9th Circuit May 2, 2025

Ninth Circuit BAP Limits Bartenwerfer on Vicarious Liability for Nondischargeability

Quick Take The Ninth Circuit BAP explains why Bartenwerfer didn’t open the door to vicarious liability for all forms of nondischargeability in Section 523(a).

‘Notice’ in Rule 3002(c)(7) Means Notice of the Bar Date, Not Notice of the Case

Quick Take Bankruptcy Judge Scott Grossman adopted the analysis by Bankruptcy Judge Brian Walsh in concluding that creditors are entitled to notice of the claims bar date, not just notice of the filing.