Rochelle's Daily Wire

ABI Exclusive

December 16, 2015

Eleventh Circuit protects an innocent supplier from a “gotcha” fraudulent transfer suit.
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.”
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
A landlord playing hardball gets hit in the head with his own pitch.

December 15, 2015

The Ninth Circuit quickly rectifies its own mistake by allowing creditors to recover counsel fees in suits to recover damages for automatic stay violations.
Ninth Circuit permits chapter 20 end run on Dewsnup.
Third Circuit ditches an otherwise proper involuntary petition for creditors’ bad faith.
Creditors, rejoice! Substantial contribution is rewarded, at least in the Sixth Circuit.