Insolvency Service “reframes” view of creditor – IPs can apply their discretion (UK)

The Insolvency Service have held a long-established view that creditors are classed as such at the point of entry into an insolvency process. This view was brought into question and challenged in the cases of Pindar and Toogood where in essence the

Judicial Mediator: Do You Want A Judge From Your Home District Or From Afar?

By: Donald L Swanson Hypothetical: Your client in a complex Chapter 11 case has a dispute on a core issue with another party. The disputing parties decide that mediation might help resolve their dispute, and they can choose, under local rules

Judicial Mediator: Do You Want A Judge From Your Home District Or From Afar?

By: Donald L Swanson Hypothetical: Your client in a complex Chapter 11 case has a dispute on a core issue with another party. The disputing parties decide that mediation might help resolve their dispute, and they can choose, under local rules

June 2025 Ponzi Scheme Roundup

By Kathy Bazoian Phelps Below is a summary of Ponzi scheme activity reported for June 2025. There were at least 8 new Ponzi schemes revealed this month, 5 guilty pleas, and prison sentences of 44 years. The average age of the fraudsters was about 49

What to Know About the Receivership Process

Eleven Weeks After Discharge

It’s Three Months Since Your Discharge? How are you doing? Did it work out the way you expected? I claim that after bankruptcy you will sleep better, you’ll be happier, your credit score will go up. Had that turned out like I said? I’d like to hear