consumer Cases
February 13, 2017
Ninth Circuit BAP is a better venue for individuals converting from ‘11’ to ‘7.’
February 13, 2017
If a chapter 13 plan was mistakenly five years, no cause is required to shorten it to three years.
February 10, 2017
Voluntary five-year commitment period sticks the debtor with its burdens, judge holds.
February 9, 2017
Although not required to file claims, secured creditors must comply with the deadline if they do.
February 9, 2017
‘Fiduciary duty’ is more narrowly defined in Section 523(a)(4) than in corporate law.
January 31, 2017
Despite gaining more than through chapter 7, purchasing at foreclosure is no preference.
January 31, 2017
Strict adherence to Michigan law required for ownership of an automobile.
January 30, 2017
Congress must address unfairness to veterans, Judge Susan Kelley says.
January 27, 2017
Amendments in 2005 didn’t result in a cakewalk for a trustee aiming to reduce a homestead exemption.
January 26, 2017
District judge hopes novel theories of equity will permit forced vesting.