Judge Court
Middle District of Florida
Sanction for Discharge Violation: $450 in Actual Damages and $10,000 for Attorneys’ Fees
When there’s ‘no fair ground of doubt’ about a discharge violation, the creditor should settle or make an offer of settlement to avoid larger damages after trial.
Like the Second Circuit, Florida Judge Bars Arbitrating a Class Suit for Discharge Violations
Supreme Court’s subsequent Epic decision casts doubt on opinions overriding arbitration agreements in the bankruptcy context.
Life Insurance Proceeds Beyond 180 Days Are Estate Property in Chapter 13
Courts split on inclusion of life insurance proceeds in a chapter 13 estate.