Mass Torts

Debt for Selling a Gun Used in a Mass Killing Was Dischargeable

Congress might want to consider closing a dischargeability loophole when it comes to injuries indirectly resulting from commission of a felony.

Benchnotes April 2023

Benchnotes By Bradley D. Pack, Aaron M. Kaufman and Christina Sanfelippo Third Circuit Holds that “Financial Distress” Is Requisite Component of Good Faith in Filing a Petition In a move colloquially known as the “Texas Two-Step,” a highly profitable but litigation

10 Lessons from 40 Years of Service

10 Lessons from 40 Years of Service By Clifford J. White III 1 I had the privilege of leading the U.S. Trustee Program (USTP), known as the “watchdog” of the bankruptcy system, for 17 years. In March 2022, I retired after more than 40 years in public service, almost all

Payments Under the NFL’s Brain Injury Settlement Are Held Exempt on Appeal

Former NFL players with neurological impairment can file bankruptcy and exempt payments under league’s concussion settlement.