Sub V Task Force Report In A Nutshell: Part 1—Background

Interspousal claims defy the Chapter 7 discharge

Even when the contentions against a debtor-spouse sound in fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, or intentional tort, the claims of the debtor’s spouse survive a Chapter 7 discharge. Without the necessity of a timely adversary proceeding So held the 9th Cir. BAP in Cohen Building on the unpublished Adam BAP case, the BAP found that […]

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What is the Sheriff’s Sale Process in New Jersey?

In New Jersey, after a mortgage lender has obtained a final foreclosure judgment, they can schedule a Sheriff’s Sale of the property. It is important to know that the Sheriff’s Sale won’t happen immediately because there is a specific process that must be followed.

Sneak Attack On Consumer Rights

Tax code changes effective in 2018 inflicted a crippling blow to consumers who must sue to enforce their rights.  And few have yet noticed. The tax deduction for miscellaneous itemized deductions under IRC Section 212 is gone. So now, consumers who prevail under statutes that award attorneys fees to the successful plaintiff are denied a […]

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Parties Beware—Noncompliance with Delaware ABC Statute Can Lead to Serious Consequences (US)

Study: Offering And Advocating For A Solution Is A Poor Mediator Strategy

(UK) What practical changes can IPs expect from the proposed amendments to FCA guidance?

Weekly News – April 26

Valuing Your Clothes and Furniture on Your Bankruptcy Papers

“You mean to tell me you don’t have any underwear!”

When I was much younger, I practiced bankruptcy law in Baltimore City. Judge Kiser, the bankruptcy judge, made people inventory their underwear.  

Valuing Your Clothes and Furniture on Your Bankruptcy Papers

“You mean to tell me you don’t have any underwear!”

When I was much younger, I practiced bankruptcy law in Baltimore City. Judge Kiser, the bankruptcy judge, made people inventory their underwear.