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Bujak's estranged wife wants separate bankruptcy

09/14/11

"Former Canyon County Prosecutor John Bujak's estranged wife wants to separate her bankruptcy estate from his, the latest twist in the downfall of the southwestern Idaho Republican's political and personal fortunes." Read more here.

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Comeuppance for Harsh Discovery Order?

09/13/11

From: Bankruptcy law discussion list [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Camp, Bryan Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 11:07 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Comeuppance for Harsh Discovery Order? Hi all, If y'all recall a recent Order posted on this list from US...

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ANNUAL SUPREME COURT REVIEW

09/12/11

Federal Bar Association - Los Angeles Chapter September 28, 2011 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Registration: 11:30 Featuring UCI Law School Dean Erwin Chemerinsky. Also Featuring Annual Judge Barry Russell Scholarship Awards. Location: The Biltmore Hotel, 506 S. Grand...

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New Jersey Devils Close To Bankruptcy, According To Report

09/12/11

"The New Jersey Devils have found themselves in financial hot water, according to a report in the New York Post. They're in default on a loan and could be declared bankrupt. Via the Post: 'The attendance-challenged, heavily indebted team missed...

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NewPage, Cerberus-Owned Papermaker, Files for Bankruptcy

09/07/11

"NewPage Corp., the largest North American maker of coated papers, filed for bankruptcy six years after being bought by Cerberus Capital Management LP. NewPage had $3.4 billion in assets and $4.2 billion in debt as of June 30, according to...

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Civility in litigation

09/06/11

From: Ayer, John Sender: Bankruptcy law discussion list To: [email protected] ReplyTo: Ayer, John Subject: FW: Civility in litigation. Sent: Sep 6, 2011 1:42 PM Students of civility in litigation may want to consider a fascinating blog post by Keith Humphreys,...

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To Dodgers, Bankruptcy Incurs Cost by the Hour

09/05/11

"On July 6, Bruce Bennett analyzed a letter from a Los Angeles Dodgers fan about the team’s stunning bankruptcy filing. For his time — one-tenth of a legal hour, or six minutes — Bennett earned $97.50, exactly what he billed...

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Master P Sued, No Money, Mo' Problems

09/05/11

"A bunch of people who worked for Master P on his 2003 movie "Uncle P" claim the former rap mogul wasn't bout it, bout it when it came to pay day -- and now they want their cash ... more...

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Owner of Waikiki Edition hotel files Ch. 11 bankruptcy

09/02/11

"The owner of The Waikiki Edition Hotel filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Wednesday as executives from Bethesda-based Marriott International Inc. waited to take back management of the hotel. M Waikiki LLC said the filing would allow the company, which...

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Solyndra Shuts Down, Files for Bankruptcy

09/01/11

"An alternative energy company in Alameda County that was paid a visit last year by President Obama is closing up shop. Solyndra is shutting down its Fremont operation and is planning to file for bankruptcy, according to a statement from...

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