Fifth Circuit Stretches Equitable Notions to Bend Plain Language
A nonprecedential opinion applies Fifth Circuit authority to achieve a result that’s equitable for the debtor and creditors, and maybe also for a personal injury defendant.
Fifth Circuit Hints that Debtors May Retain Property for Recreation and Entertainment
Per curiam opinion shows that chapter 13 plans aren’t required to be punitive.
Wages Garnished Before Bankruptcy Are Voidable Preferences, Circuit Rules
Test case on preferences deepens a circuit split and lays the groundwork for certiorari.