Sixth Circuit Staunches the Spread of Equitable Mootness to Chapter 7
Two judges on the Sixth Circuit cast doubt on the validity of the doctrine of equitable mootness, even in chapter 11 reorganizations.
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‘Results Obtained’ Can Justify Cutting Fees by 50%, Sixth Circuit Says
In fee allowances, considering ‘results obtained’ survived the 1994 amendments to Section 330(a).
Entire Garnishment Is a Preference, Even What the Creditor’s Lawyer Keeps
The appeals court sticks to basics and rejects several clever arguments to beat a preference.