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January 6, 2016

Judge imposes disinterestedness requirement not included in the statute.
Circuit split grows on the conflict between the Bankruptcy Code and the FDCPA.
Bankruptcy failed to insulate the Wyly brothers from an SEC asset freeze.
Specific intent to benefit the lender not required before surcharging collateral.

January 5, 2016

Posner singlehandedly turns Chicago into a more desirable forum for large chapter 11s.
Donald Trump represents hope for coal miners, but not for reasons you might think, judge says.
Bad policy choice in chapter 13 is an issue for Congress, not the courts, judge says.

December 22, 2015

Creditors bat 500 this fall when trying to compel arbitration in the Southern District of New York.

December 16, 2015

Delaware became less hospitable for debtors following the Third Circuit’s opinion on stays pending appeal.
A claim objection can’t be swept under the rug by approving a settlement