December 16, 2015
Practice Point: File in Missouri before receiving an exempt public assistance benefit.
Fifth Circuit punts on case setting the standard for removal of a trustee for “cause.”
December 15, 2015
Tenth Circuit has no sympathy for a forgetful lawyer.
Florida judge closes loophole on a debtor’s duty to “perform his intention” regarding surrender.
Ninth Circuit permits chapter 20 end run on Dewsnup.
The Ninth Circuit quickly rectifies its own mistake by allowing creditors to recover counsel fees in suits to recover damages for automatic stay violations.
Third Circuit ditches an otherwise proper involuntary petition for creditors’ bad faith.
Simple mistake mushrooms into $50,000 in punitive damages for stay violation.
Creditors, rejoice! Substantial contribution is rewarded, at least in the Sixth Circuit.
District judge ignores the circuit’s policy argument to allow claims on time-barred debts.