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Rochellel's Daily Wire

October 11, 2018

Functionally Illiterate, Disabled Debtor Succeeds in Discharging Student Loans

Why must the system require a trial to discharge student loans by a debtor in hopeless circumstances?

6th Circuit, Ohio, Ohio Northern District

February 09, 2017

Claim Deadline Also Applies to Secured Creditors in Chapter 13, Judge Holds

Although not required to file claims, secured creditors must comply with the deadline if they do.

6th Circuit, Ohio, Ohio Northern District

October 11, 2016

‘Core’ Jurisdiction Exists over Claim Allowance Even in ‘No Asset’ Cases

Bankruptcy court can make a final order disallowing an unfiled claim under state law.

6th Circuit, Ohio, Ohio Northern District

July 15, 2016

Improperly Taking $297.72 Results in $250,000 in Punitive Damages for Stay Violation

Creditor’s unrepentant attitude escalates punitive damages from $33,700 to $250,000.

6th Circuit, Ohio, Ohio Northern District