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Spotlight on Shareholder Proposals: Written Consents

A fairly recent development in governance proposals has been the surge in proposals seeking the ability of shareholders to act by written consent, in lieu of a meeting. The proposal has gained substantial momentum in a short period, averaging 48.4%

Fruehauf Opinion Illustrates that Despite a Preference to Allow Amendment of Pleadings, Courts Won't Always Allow Amendment

Summary In a 23 page decision signed July 15, 2011, Judge Walsh of the Delaware Bankruptcy Court denied a motion to allow a plaintiff to file an amended complaint, holding that the amended complaint was too deficient to survive a motion to dismiss

Landry’s To Run, Possibly Buy, Beso

European Pressphoto Agency Eva Longoria Landry’s Restaurants Inc. is continuing to bet on the potential of distressed restaurants, this time making a play to scoop up actress Eva Longoria’s Las Vegas restaurant Beso from bankruptcy. Beso LLC, the

Los Angeles Dodgers Filed Chapter 11 Bankruptcy – In Delaware?

And my own hometown Detroit company, General Motors, filed Chapter 11 in – New York City. Texas based Enron filed in – Delaware. Delaware and New York are the courts of choice for big corporations filing Chapter 11. Why? Well, is is something of a

Spotlight on Shareholder Proposals: Written Consents

A fairly recent development in governance proposals has been the surge in proposals seeking the ability of shareholders to act by written consent, in lieu of a meeting. The proposal has gained substantial momentum in a short period, averaging 48.4%

Spotlight on Shareholder Proposals: Written Consents

A fairly recent development in governance proposals has been the surge in proposals seeking the ability of shareholders to act by written consent, in lieu of a meeting. The proposal has gained substantial momentum in a short period, averaging 48.4%

Seven Mortgage Fraudsters In NJ Face Legal Trouble

Seven fraudulent mortgage modification services are facing cease and desist orders from the state of New Jersey, according to reports from NJ.com. The legal action comes from the state’s Department of Consumer Affairs and includes steep civil

Health Care Industry Facing Crisis? Reduction in Medicare Fees May Be the Catalyst

The federal government’s efforts to contain ever-rising healthcare costs sometimes seems like a broken record, but a recent article in the Wall Street Journal about Medicare reimbursement rates for services of skilled nursing care gave us an

The Daily Docket: For Restructuring Pros, ‘Debtmageddon’ Par for the Course

For restructuring professionals accustomed to downgrades and deadlines, “debtmageddon” was just another day at the office. Read the Daily Bankruptcy Review story here. Bondholders of Waste2Energy Holdings Inc. are trying to force the South Carolina

Kredyt na mieszkanie porownanie

Jeśli zamierzamy wziąć kredyt, zwłaszcza hipoteczny, szukamy takich ofert, które jak najbardziej będą dostosowane do naszych potrzeb. Dlatego t… Jeśli zamierzamy wziąć kredyt, zwłaszcza hipoteczny, szukamy takich ofert, które jak najbardziej będą

Waste2Energy Holdings Bankruptcy Update: Petitioning Creditors Ask Court to Remove Management & Appoint a Trustee

How Much Has Attendance at L.A. Dodgers Home Games Fallen This Year? By Multiple Measures, Attendance is at the Lowest Level in Over a Decade

Companies Hoard Cash as Confidence Ebbs

Dow Soars 430 Points

Debt "Super Committee" Debate Heats Up

Expect a CFPB Compromise

The two most notable differences between the CFPB and other regulatory bodies are the unusual and unprecedented funding mechanism provided and extent of the powers authorized for the director.

Is a certificate of deposit right for you?

Still wondering if a CD is right for you? Answer these three questions to help you decide.

How to protect your credit during divorce

The pains of divorce can spread to your credit if debts aren't handled properly.

7 investing tips to manage a bear or bull

To survive upticks and downturns, follow this guide to long-term returns and peace of mind.

Banks disagree on 'unpaid' check

A bank says a deposited check has been paid, yet it's returned for nonsufficient funds.