Bankruptcy Case Summaries

Q: Injunction Junction – What’s Your Function? A: Terminating Bankruptcies

05/09/16

On May 6, 2016, we had the occasion to observe a hearing on a motion to dismiss filed in Skybridge Spectrum Foundation’s bankruptcy case, Case No. 16-10626 (CSS).

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BIND Therapeutics, Inc. Files for Chapter 11 Protection

05/02/16

On May 1, 2016, BIND Therapeutics, Inc., and affiliated companies (“Debtors” or “BIND”) voluntarily filed for bankruptcy protection under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code.

The filing comes days after the Cambridge, Mass., company received a notice of default from lender Hercules Technology III LP, which demanded immediate payment of the $14.5 million the lender says it is owed under the loan.  The Company is backed by Koch Industry Inc.’s David Koch.

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Pacific Sunwear Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Delaware – Commercial Landlords Beware

04/11/16

On April 7, 2016, Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. (aka PacSun, aka Pacific Sunwear) filed for chapter 11 protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.

Through the bankruptcy, Pacific Sunwear is seeking bankruptcy protection in order to get rid of two thirds of its debt and restore its balance sheet, according to CEO Gary Schoenfeld in a statement. Pacific Sunwear is also looking to reduce the cost of running its stores, either by negotiating with landlords or getting out of leases.

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Renewable Energy Solar Company Abengoa Files for Bankruptcy

04/05/16

The Spanish renewable energy solar company giant, Abengoa SA and its American affiliates, have filed for bankruptcy protection before the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.  The Spanish energy company continues talks with its banks and bondholders to agree on its plan to restructure billions of dollars in debt.

Background

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Sports Authority Files for Bankruptcy – Formation & 341 Meetings Scheduled

03/08/16

On March 2, 2016, each of the seven debtors which collectively comprise Sports Authority filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code. The cases are jointly administered under Case No. 16-10527 before the Honorable Mary F.

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Hancock Fabrics, Inc. Files for Bankruptcy

02/03/16

On February 2, 2016, Hancock Fabrics, Inc. and 6 affiliates filed for relief under chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code.  The cases are jointly administered under Case Number 16-10296 and presided over by Judge Shannon.  The first day hearing was held on February 3, 2016.  The second day hearing is scheduled for February 22, 2016 at 1:00 p.m.

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New Gulf Resources – 341 and Formation Meetings Scheduled

01/04/16

On December 17, 2015, New Gulf Resources, LLC and 3 affiliated debtors (collectively, the “Debtors”) each filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.  The cases are jointly administered under Case No. 15-12566 and are pending before the Honorable Brendan Linehan Shannon. The first day hearing was held on December 18, 2015.  The “second day” hearing is scheduled for January 19, 2016 at 12:00 p.m.

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