‘Cert’ Petition Wants Discharge Violations to Be Arbitrated
Petitioner contends the Second Circuit was wrong to bar arbitration in view of the Supreme Court’s decision in Epic Systems.
Bankruptcy Courts May Issue ‘Consent Directives,’ Ninth Circuit BAP Says
BAP equates discovery powers of bankruptcy courts with district courts and federal agencies.
Portions of Rule 4004 Violate the Rules Enabling Act, Bankruptcy Judge Klein Says
Objection is not required to bar a discharge to an individual who received a chapter 7 discharge within eight years.
BAP Upholds $119,000 in Contempt Sanctions; Tells Lender to Modify Its Forms
Lender cannot hide behind a disclaimer to avoid sanctions for violating the discharge injunction, Ninth Circuit BAP holds.
Bankruptcy Courts Cannot Impose Punitive Contempt Sanctions, District Judge Says
Circuits split on power of bankruptcy courts to impose punitive or criminal contempt sanctions.