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Trustee evaded a release by suing on an actual creditor’s claim under Section 544(b).
Novel theory fails to persuade Boston judge to discharge taxes from late-filed returns.
Puerto Rico judge rejects constitutional attack on portions of PROMESA.
Bad result for a broker may have been avoided by raising other issues in the First Circuit.
‘Plain meaning’ permits discharge of some tax penalties.
Chapter 13 debtor lawyers are paid when cases dismiss rather than convert.
First Circuit becomes first appeals court to allow more time for a claim following dismissal.
District Court trims Puerto Rico’s tax revenue by ruling in favor of Wal-Mart.
Courts continue disregarding Section 704(a)(11) as grounds for jurisdiction.
Minor dispute as to amount bars using a claim for filing an involuntary petition.
