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August 30, 2019

An action that could violate the FDCPA may not be a violation of the discharge injunction.

August 29, 2019

Even though subject matter jurisdiction persists when there is no longer an effect on the estate, the court may exercise discretion to dismiss, the Fifth Circuit says.
Even though subject matter jurisdiction persists when there is no longer an effect on the estate, the court may exercise discretion to dismiss, the Fifth Circuit says.

August 26, 2019

BAP holds that an individual in chapter 11 isn’t required to contribute new value to retain exempt property.
BAP holds that an individual in chapter 11 isn’t required to contribute new value to retain exempt property.

August 23, 2019

In calculating eligibility for chapter 13, Judge Nevins in Connecticut differs from some other bankruptcy judges in the Second Circuit.
In calculating eligibility for chapter 13, Judge Nevins in Connecticut differs from some other bankruptcy judges in the Second Circuit.

August 22, 2019

Occupancy and intent to be a permanent residence are all that’s needed for a homestead exemption, even if the house violates local ordinances.
Occupancy and intent to be a permanent residence are all that’s needed for a homestead exemption, even if the house violates local ordinances.

August 20, 2019

Someday, the Supreme Court will decide whether bankruptcy has an exemption from arbitration not available in ordinary commercial litigation.