Bankruptcy Case Commentaries

Establishing Fraudulent Transfer Liability in Ponzi Schemes: Insights from In re Michael J. Randy

Date: Nov 9, 1995

Establishing Fraudulent Transfer Liability in Ponzi Schemes: Insights from In re Michael J. Randy Introduction The case of In re Michael J. Randy, Debtor et al. (189 B.R. 425, 1995) serves as a...

Procedural Compliance and the Interpretation of Bankruptcy Code §§727(a)(5) and 523(a)(2) in In re Regina L. Bryson

Date: Oct 20, 1995

Procedural Compliance and the Interpretation of Bankruptcy Code §§727(a)(5) and 523(a)(2) in In re Regina L. Bryson Introduction In the landmark case of In re Regina L. Bryson, Debtor v. Banner Oil...

Interpretation and Application of Bankruptcy Reform Act's Section 523(a)(15) in In re Lawrence M. Hill: New Precedents Established

Date: Aug 4, 1995

Interpretation and Application of Bankruptcy Reform Act's Section 523(a)(15) in In re Lawrence M. Hill: New Precedents Established Introduction The case of In re Lawrence M. Hill and Judith L. Hill,...

Concurrent Jurisdiction Over Nondischargeability Actions in Bankruptcy: Analysis of In re James Loren Franklin

Date: Apr 1, 1995

Concurrent Jurisdiction Over Nondischargeability Actions in Bankruptcy: Analysis of In re James Loren Franklin Introduction The case of In re James Loren Franklin addresses complex issues surrounding...

Strict Documentation Standards for §365(j) Secured Claims Affirmed: Ashfords v. Consolidated Pioneer Mortgage

Date: Feb 28, 1995

Strict Documentation Standards for §365(j) Secured Claims Affirmed: Ashfords v. Consolidated Pioneer Mortgage Introduction In the landmark case of In re Consolidated Pioneer Mortgage, appellants Burk...

Strict Disclosure and Conflict of Interest in Bankruptcy: A Comprehensive Analysis of In re The Leslie Fay Companies, Inc.

Date: Dec 17, 1994

Strict Disclosure and Conflict of Interest in Bankruptcy: A Comprehensive Analysis of In re The Leslie Fay Companies, Inc. Introduction The case In re The Leslie Fay Companies, Inc., et al., Debtors,...

Clarifying Prima Facie Requirements for Relief from Automatic Stay: Elmira Litho Case

Date: Nov 29, 1994

Clarifying Prima Facie Requirements for Relief from Automatic Stay: Elmira Litho Case Introduction The case of In re Elmira Litho, Inc., et al., Debtors, reported at 174 B.R. 892, delves into the...

Discharge Denial under Bankruptcy Code §727(a): In re Chaim Y. Gannon

Date: Oct 20, 1994

Discharge Denial under Bankruptcy Code §727(a): In re Chaim Y. Gannon Introduction The case In re Chaim Y. Gannon, Debtor (Tzvi NOF v. Chaim Y. Gannon, 173 B.R. 313) adjudicated in the United States...

Enhancing Discharge Protections: In re Bodenstein Case Analysis

Date: Jun 15, 1994

Enhancing Discharge Protections: In re Bodenstein Case Analysis Introduction The case of In re Arie Bodenstein and Marlene Bodenstein, Debtors versus First American Bank of New York (FABNY) offers a...

Confirmation of Reorganization Plan Enforcing Subordination Agreements and Settlements in Bankruptcy: In re Best Products Co., Inc.

Date: May 26, 1994

Confirmation of Reorganization Plan Enforcing Subordination Agreements and Settlements in Bankruptcy: In re Best Products Co., Inc. Introduction In the case of In re Best Products Co., Inc., et al.,...

Fraudulent Transfers and False Statements in Bankruptcy Discharge Denial: In re Thomas P. Maletta

Date: Oct 5, 1993

Fraudulent Transfers and False Statements in Bankruptcy Discharge Denial: In re Thomas P. Maletta Introduction The case of In re Thomas P. Maletta, decided on October 4, 1993, by the United States...

Strict Enforcement of the Absolute Priority Rule and Proper Claim Classification in Bankruptcy Proceedings: A Commentary on In re SM 104 Limited

Date: Sep 16, 1993

Strict Enforcement of the Absolute Priority Rule and Proper Claim Classification in Bankruptcy Proceedings: A Commentary on In re SM 104 Limited Introduction The case of In re SM 104 Limited, a...

Allowance of Tardily Filed Claims in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Cases

Date: Sep 25, 1992

Allowance of Tardily Filed Claims in Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Cases Introduction The case In re Gary Hausladen and Kristi Hausladen, Debtors et al., reported in 146 B.R. 557, addresses the contentious...

Competency of Exemption Claims and Lien Avoidance Under 11 U.S.C. § 522(f): In re Jeannie M. Mohring

Date: Jul 1, 1992

Competency of Exemption Claims and Lien Avoidance Under 11 U.S.C. § 522(f): In re Jeannie M. Mohring Introduction The case of In re Jeannie M. Mohring, adjudicated by the United States Bankruptcy...

Discharge Denial in Bankruptcy: In re William MARTIN, Sr.

Date: May 19, 1992

Discharge Denial in Bankruptcy: In re William MARTIN, Sr. Introduction The case In re William MARTIN, Sr., Debtor. BAY STATE MILLING COMPANY, et al., v. William MARTIN, Sr., Defendant (141 B.R. 986)...

Enforceability of Subordination Agreements in Dual Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Cases: Insights from Sumitomo Trust Banking Co., Ltd. v. Holly's, Inc.

Date: Apr 29, 1992

Enforceability of Subordination Agreements in Dual Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Cases: Insights from Sumitomo Trust Banking Co., Ltd. v. Holly's, Inc. Introduction In the landmark case of Sumitomo Trust...

Functional Approach to Executory Contracts Established in In re Drexel Burnham Lambert Group, Inc.

Date: Feb 27, 1992

Functional Approach to Executory Contracts Established in In re Drexel Burnham Lambert Group, Inc. Introduction The case of In re the Drexel Burnham Lambert Group, Inc., Debtor versus Saul S. Cohen,...

Disapproval of Excessive Legal Fees in Bankruptcy Proceedings: In re Saturley Case Commentary

Date: Sep 7, 1991

Disapproval of Excessive Legal Fees in Bankruptcy Proceedings: In re Saturley Case Commentary 1. Introduction The case In re Howard C. Saturley and Geraldine F. Saturley, Debtors (131 B.R. 509)...

Enforcement of Automatic Stay Under §362: Limitations on Lien Assignments and Unauthorized Transfers in Bankruptcy Proceedings

Date: Feb 22, 1991

Enforcement of Automatic Stay Under §362: Limitations on Lien Assignments and Unauthorized Transfers in Bankruptcy Proceedings Introduction The case In re BNT Terminals, Inc., Debtor, adjudicated in...

Denial of Bankruptcy Discharge for Fraudulent Misstatements: In re Moti Sapru

Date: Feb 16, 1991

Denial of Bankruptcy Discharge for Fraudulent Misstatements: In re Moti Sapru Introduction The case of In re Moti Sapru, Debtor. Bank of India, Plaintiff, v. Moti Sapru, Defendant is a landmark...

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