This program explores various labor-related issues arising in large chapter 11 cases, specifically as they related to proceedings involving coal producers. Panelists will focus on topics such as workforce implications of bankruptcy, rejection of collective bargaining agreements, payment of benefits to retirees, the Coal Act, the Black Lung Act, and the role of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation. The discussion will offer perspectives from recent coal cases and practical suggestions for analyzing labor-related questions in the current chapter 11 environment.

June 2, 2016

RATE

This webinar is FREE to attend - CLE may be added for $25.

SPEAKERS

Cullen D. Speckhart
Wolcott Rivers Gates
Virginia Beach, Va

Sharon L. Levine
Saul Ewing LLP
Newark, NJ

Gregory F. Pesce
Kirkland & Ellis LLP
Chicago