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

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SEC Proposal Clarifies No Change to “Beneficial Ownership” Rules for Swaps

The SEC just issued a proposal to clarify that there will be no changes to the “beneficial ownership” rules for security-based swaps. The concern was that language in the Dodd-Frank Act implied that if the SEC failed to enact new beneficial ownership

SEC Proposal Clarifies No Change to “Beneficial Ownership” Rules for Swaps

The SEC just issued a proposal to clarify that there will be no changes to the “beneficial ownership” rules for security-based swaps. The concern was that language in the Dodd-Frank Act implied that if the SEC failed to enact new beneficial ownership

What Should I Do If a Bill Collector Uses Abusive Tactics?

Here’s what you should do if a bill collector crosses the line in Colorado. In order to deal with debt collectors, it pays to learn what they can and cannot do. Although most bill collectors are careful to follow the law when contacting you, some are

SEC Proposal Clarifies No Change to “Beneficial Ownership” Rules for Swaps

The SEC just issued a proposal to clarify that there will be no changes to the “beneficial ownership” rules for security-based swaps. The concern was that language in the Dodd-Frank Act implied that if the SEC failed to enact new beneficial ownership

SEC Proposal Clarifies No Change to “Beneficial Ownership” Rules for Swaps

The SEC just issued a proposal to clarify that there will be no changes to the “beneficial ownership” rules for security-based swaps. The concern was that language in the Dodd-Frank Act implied that if the SEC failed to enact new beneficial ownership

Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act – What It Means For You

Thanks to Steve Beck, Esq. for his excellent commentary on our recent blog post: Short Sales and Deeds in Lieu of Foreclosure (on March 12th). In response to the article, Mr. Beck wrote: “[T]he Mortgage Forgiveness Debt Relief Act of 2007 was

Did You Know? | Creditors have affirmative duty to release garnishments following bankruptcy filing.

In the "Did You Know?" section of the Michigan Bankruptcy Blog, we feature opinions that are not newly issued but that may be helpful for Michigan bankruptcy practitioners. When a person files bankruptcy, most collection actions are automatically

Lies in Bankruptcy Court Bring Harsh Consequences

If you are contemplating filing for bankruptcy protection, the most important thing you must remember is to be completely honest in all you dealings with the bankruptcy court. As with any legal proceeding, lies and falsehoods will bring about harsh

Will Bankruptcy Affect My Credit?

Thanks to those who participated in this week’s Legal Q&A Forum! Our winner is Linda T. from Denver, who asks: “Will Bankruptcy Affect My Credit?” If you’d like your question to be featured in our Weekly Legal Q&A Forum, email us at: Info

Navigating the Difficult Waters of Offers of Judgment in Bankruptcy

Offers of Judgment can be a handy device for shifting the risk of paying court costs in litigation. However, as a pair of recent opinions from Judge Leif Clark demonstrate, they can be tricky to pull off successfully . Eastman v. Baker Recovery