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First Circuit reverses, upholding the validity of bondholders’ security interests in $2.9 billion of collateral.

‘Old’ GM lenders lose again while attempting to avoid the consequences of a $1.5 billion mistake.

Sometimes, a third party’s action can harm the debtor, but a creditor can still prosecute an independent claim against the third party.

The Supreme Court is invited to resolve a circuit split and decide whether inaction can violate the automatic stay.

Withdrawing a proof of claim will not divest the bankruptcy court of jurisdiction to try an avoidance action without a jury, Judge Bernstein says.

Newly appointed circuit judge uses ancient English law to illuminate the Bankruptcy Code.

Second Circuit interprets PACA to preclude setting off debts and credits from the sale of perishable agricultural commodities.

If the FDCPA applies to judicial foreclosure, should it also apply to nonjudicial foreclosure? The Supreme Court will decide.

The appeals court barred the secured lenders from renegotiating a carveout when a chapter 11 reorganization failed.

‘Adamant’ dissenter argues that condemnation claims arising from eminent domain are excepted from discharge under the Takings Clause.