Ninth Circuit Demands Amended Schedules to Avoid Judicial Estoppel
Dissenter argues that suing in bankruptcy court was sufficient disclosure to avoid judicial estoppel.
Eighth Circuit Broadly Interprets the FDCPA to Protect Consumers
The Eighth Circuit bars clever litigation tactics designed to evade the FDCPA on suits to collect time-barred claims.
Criminal Restitutions Are Not Recoverable as Preferences, Judge Agresti Says
Restitution payment does not qualify for the new value preference defense.
No Contempt on Discharge Violation of Nondischargeable Debt, Circuit Says
Eighth Circuit says orders reducing nondischargeable claims may not be binding on the creditor.