Bankruptcy Blogs

The Daily Docket: Washington Mutual Appeals Bankruptcy Decision

10/13/11

Washington Mutual Inc., still reeling from a bankruptcy judge’s second rejection of its $7 billion creditor-payment plan, is appealing a ruling that paves the way for its shareholders to pursue insider-trading claims against prominent distressed-debt investors. Read the Daily Bankruptcy Review story here.

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Don't Let Banking Industry Capture the CFPB

10/12/11

Putting a commission in charge of the bureau would at best produce partisan gridlock, and risks handing the young agency over to financial institutions.

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So Where Are Those Post-Durbin Price Reductions for Consumers?

10/12/11

Recall that retailers told Congress that if these "swipe fees" were reduced, they would pass the savings along to consumers. Yet, there's no evidence that the merchant community is following through on its promise.

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Pricing Lattes Is a Lot Easier than Pricing Debit

10/12/11

When banks attempt to mark up the transaction involving a dollar, the fee for the service is stark. It stands out in a manner that makes it both obvious and occasionally controversial.

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Inspirada Creditors Clash Over Law Firm

10/12/11
Bloomberg News

“Should I stay or should I go now?”

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Take Control of Your Landlord/Tenant Dispute

10/12/11

If you are facing legal proceedings involving a landlord/tenant dispute, then you need an attorney. The Suffolk County District Court’s website says it best, and it’s best to take this warning to heart: Proceedings to recover real property require specific legal knowledge. This court strongly recommends that you retain an attorney. If you wish to [...]

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Really?

10/12/11

Harrisburg filed its chapter 9 petition via fax?

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Discharging Debts In Bankruptcy

10/12/11

As a Fort Worth bankruptcy attorney I have found that many of my clients have misconceptions about which types of debts can be discharged in bankruptcy. I feel every consumer should be educated about which types of debts can be discharged before deciding to file for bankruptcy. Secured vs. Unsecured Debts I have found that [...]

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The Daily Docket: Trump Bids $170 Million For Doral

10/12/11

Donald Trump’s real estate company has signed an agreement to pay $170 million for the Doral Golf Resort and Spa out of bankruptcy. Read The Wall Street Journal story here.

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