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We Must Allow Judges To Use Their Independent Judgment

As two recent cases show, the ability of judges to access their independent judgment crucially enables courts to e... (more story)

Performing Stand-Up Comedy Makes Me A Better Lawyer

Whether I’m delivering a punchline on stage or a closing argument in court, balancing stand-up comedy performances... (more story)

3 Del. Bankruptcy Cases Highlight US Trustee Objections

As three recent Delaware bankruptcy cases show, debtors who seek approval of a stalking horse bid protections agre... (more story)

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Chancery Nixes Mid-Case Appeal In Sears Appraisal Suit Fix

A Delaware vice chancellor refused on Friday to certify a mid-case appeal sought by bankrupt Sears Hometown Stores and its billionaire controller after a Court of Chancery ruling that an investor should get a ... (more story)

Texaco Appeals Ch. 11 Order Keeping La. Litigation Alive

Texaco has said it is appealing a New York bankruptcy judge's decision that tens of billions in environmental litigation liabilities weren't discharged in its 37-year-old Chapter 11 reorganization.

No Suspension Pause For Ex-Alex Jones Atty, Ethics Boss Says

A former Alex Jones attorney's two-week suspension from practicing law in Connecticut should not be halted amid an impending appeal, but he should get credit for a previous weeklong suspension he served over t... (more story)

Imerys Insurers Want Italian Subsidiary's Ch. 11 Tossed

A foreign affiliate of bankrupt talc miner Imerys does not qualify for Chapter 11 protection, a group of insurance carriers have told the Delaware bankruptcy court, urging it to dismiss the subsidiary's recent... (more story)

Exactech Strikes $10M Deal With TPG In Ch. 11

Counsel for medical implant maker Exactech Friday told a Delaware bankruptcy judge it has reached a $10 million settlement of potential claims against its equity sponsor a week before it will seek approval to ... (more story)

Credit Unions Denied Class Cert. In NY Rate Cut Suit

A trio of Western New York credit unions can't get certification for a class of state court consumer debt judgment holders after a lengthy "abusive and tactical" delay in filing their certification bid in a su... (more story)

Judge Nixes Bid For InfoWars Publisher In Alex Jones Ch. 7

A Texas bankruptcy judge has rejected a new $8 million cash offer for Free Speech Systems, the publisher of InfoWars, writing he already ruled out a sale of FSS' assets in the Chapter 7 of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones.

Feds Say Crypto Lobbyist Can't Delay FTX-Tied Case

New York federal prosecutors Thursday opposed a request from attorney and crypto lobbyist Michelle Bond to extend filing deadlines for pre-trial motions in her criminal case until June, saying Bond's inability... (more story)

Houston's MMA Law Inks Ch. 11 Deal With Litigation Funder

Houston's bankrupt MMA Law Firm PLLC has struck a deal to share the proceeds of its mass tort lawsuits with litigation funders Equal Access Justice Fund LP, a key creditor, in exchange for support of its Chapter 11 plan.

Joann Fabric Can't Hire Deloitte In Ch. 11, US Trustee Argues

The U.S. Trustee's Office has urged a Delaware bankruptcy court to reject fabrics and crafts retailer Joann Inc.'s request to hire professionals from Deloitte in its Chapter 11, unless the debtor can show the ... (more story)

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Soybean Developer Benson Hill Can Tap $11M DIP In Ch. 11

A Delaware bankruptcy judge on Friday gave interim approval to a high-protein soybean developer's $11 million debtor-in-possession loan, allowing it to access $3 million as it looks to sell itself within 75 days.

Unlockd To Take Google Antitrust Battle To 9th Circ.

Defunct advertising app maker Unlockd is hoping the Ninth Circuit will revive its antitrust suit accusing Google of allowing the then-up-and-coming business to build a reliance on Google platforms and then cut... (more story)

Danimer Approved For Initial Ch. 11 Loan As It Seeks Buyer

Plastic alternative maker Danimer Scientific received interim approval Friday for $1 million in Chapter 11 financing, telling a Delaware bankruptcy judge that it is trying to find a buyer for its manufacturing facilities.

NH Power Plant Co. Files New Ch. 11 Plan 1 Year Later

The operator of a New Hampshire power plant fueled by scrap wood has asked for court approval to solicit creditor votes for a new version of its Chapter 11 plan, which opts for restructuring the company rather... (more story)

UpHealth Extends Ch. 11 Voting Deadline For The Fifth Time

Bankrupt medical technology company UpHealth has extended the voting deadline for its confirmed Chapter 11 reorganization plan and disclosure statement to next week, marking the fifth extension since the origi... (more story)

NY Nursing Home Gets Ch. 11 Sale OK, Averting Closure

Nursing home operator Cold Springs told a New York bankruptcy judge Thursday the buyer of its 588-bed facility has quelled a dispute with a healthcare workers' union, clearing the way for a Chapter 11 sale.

Travel App Mondee Wants Case Converted To Ch. 7

Travel app company Mondee Holdings Inc. asked a Delaware bankruptcy judge late Wednesday to convert its Chapter 11 case to a liquidation under Chapter 7, saying after it closes on a sale of its assets to exist... (more story)

NJ Event Venue Faces Ch. 11 Dismissal Over Insurance Issues

The Office of the U.S. Trustee urged a New Jersey federal judge to throw out or convert to a Chapter 7 liquidation the bankruptcy case of event venue The Chariot, saying the debtor's insurance for its $42 mill... (more story)

Soybean Co. Benson Hill Hits Ch. 11 With Plans To Sell

Benson Hill Inc., a company that develops a high-protein soybean, filed for Chapter 11 protection in Delaware bankruptcy court Thursday with $110.7 million in debt and plans to sell its assets through the case.

Denver Environmental Lawyer Rejoins V&E From Kirkland

Vinson & Elkins LLP has announced the return of a Denver environmental lawyer from Kirkland & Ellis LLP.