Consumer Bankruptcy

Husky Breeds a New Species of Loss of Discharge Not Benefitting All Creditors

Debt not resulting from ‘actual fraud’ is nondischargeable if fraud is grounds for veil piercing, Tenth Circuit B.A.P. holds.
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Finality Governed by Resolution of All Issues in an Adversary Proceeding

Unusual facts permit no exception to rigid rules on appellate jurisdiction.
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Courts Divided on Contempt Sanctions as Automatically Nondischargeable

Showing intentional violation of court order isn’t enough for nondischargeability.

Chapter 13 Remains a Haven from Paying Support Even after BAPCPA Amendment

Try garnishment, not contempt, to collect support from a chapter 13 debtor.

Bankruptcy Court Sometimes Lacks Jurisdiction over Tax Disputes, Judge Rules

‘Related to’ jurisdiction arises only if unsecured creditors are affected, judge holds.

California Judge Adopts Minority View on Automatic Termination of the Stay

District judge follows Ninth Circuit BAP on stay termination for serial filers.

Chapter 13 Confirmation Bars Garnishment to Pay Child Support

BAPCPA didn’t end all restraints on the collection of child support, Eleventh Circuit holds.
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