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Bankruptcy Fraud: Still a Threat to the Bankruptcy Process

Bankruptcy Fraud: Still a Threat to the Bankruptcy Process By Elise Mochizuki The recent increase in both consumer and corporate bankruptcy filings is expected to include significant bankruptcy fraud and/or abuse. With the goal of empowering stakeholders to assist the

2nd Circuit Aug 8, 2024

Denial of a Debtor’s Motion to Dismiss a Petition Isn’t Appealable, Second Circuit Says

In practical effect, the Second Circuit’s opinion means that a chapter 7 debtor may never appeal denial of a motion to dismiss a petition.

Owning a Marijuana Business Doesn’t Disqualify the Owner from Being in Chapter 7

Bankruptcy Judge Montali didn’t toss an individual out of chapter 7 just because he owned two LLCs that sold marijuana at retail.