No “Related To” Jurisdiction for a Chapter 7 Debtor’s Postpetition Malpractice Claims
A chapter 7 debtor’s postpetition legal malpractice claims are not estate property, BAP says.
Granting or Denying a Homestead Exemption Remains a Final Order in the Ninth Circuit
Bullard did not undermine the automatic appealability of orders granting or denying homestead exemptions.
Pursuing an Untimely Appeal Is Frivolous and Warrants Sanctions in the Fifth Circuit
Losing its patience with late-filed appeals, the Fifth Circuit is close to making significant sanctions automatic.
Bankruptcy Courts Cannot Impose Punitive Contempt Sanctions, District Judge Says
Circuits split on power of bankruptcy courts to impose punitive or criminal contempt sanctions.
Even ‘False’ Debts Are Discharged
Student loan lender’s argument was ‘preposterous,’ judge says.
Interlocutory Orders Compelling Arbitration May Be Appealed with Permission
Shallow constitutional foundation of the bankruptcy court justifies allowing interlocutory appeals, district judge says.
Bankruptcy Court Can Rule on Personal Injury Claim with Creditor’s Implied Consent
Supreme Court held that Section 157(b)(5) is not jurisdictional, Delaware district judge says.