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Small Business Bankruptcy

Believe it or not, in this era of corrupt companies going belly up, the cost of corporate bankruptcies is bottoming out. But that doesn't mean bankruptcy cases aren't lucrative for law firms, a new study says.

Bankruptcy Lawyers Can Help Individuals With Alternatives To Certain Bankruptcy Codes

IN Gov Article, Jan 26, 2005 Article About How Bankruptcy Lawyers Can Offer Certain Alternatives To

The Single Asset Real Estate Debtor Under The Bankruptcy Code

U.S. Courts, Sep 19, 2006 The Bankruptcy Code provides circumstances under which creditors of a single asset real estate debtor may obtain

District Of New Jersey, Bankruptcy Code, Chapter 13

njb.uscourts.gov, Dec 28, 2005 A creditor?s proof of claim in an amount different from that set forth in a Debtor?s Chapter 13 Plan, shall constitute an Objection to Confirmation of the

Readers’ Digest Files Chapter 11

August 26, 2009

Readers’ Digest Association Inc., is the publisher of the popular magazine with the largest paid circulation in the United States. However, it recently announced its plans to file for bankruptcy...

Terminator Producers Forced to File Bankruptcy

August 19, 2009

Three companies, which are owned by the producers of the latest Terminator film, have announced that they will file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. “Terminator Salvation,” the fourth in the Terminator...

Bankruptcies Up by 38 Percent in the Beginning of the Year

August 12, 2009

According to recently reported numbers, U.S. bankruptcy filings have gone up by 38 percent between April and June this year and last. The total number of bankruptcies filed in the...

President Obama’s Suit Maker Declares Bankruptcy

August 5, 2009

Even after President Barack Obama wore its suits for his inauguration and election night, the Chicago-based clothing maker, Hartmarx, was forced to file bankruptcy in January. The company...

Hollywood Stars Face Foreclosure, Bankruptcy

July 29, 2009

According to a recent report from ABC news, even Hollywood stars are struggling to pay their bills in these tough financial times. Those actors and actresses who peaked...

CIT Group Faces Bankruptcy

Wall Street is in an uproar today over the imminent bankruptcy of embattled U.S. lender, CIT Group. Its stock shares plummeted after talks about government bailouts ended. U.S. Treasury officials expressed concern...

Detroit Public Schools Consider Filing for Bankruptcy

July 9, 2009

Because of a massive multi-year deficit, the Detroit Public Schools are considering the...

GM Sales Drop after Bankruptcy

July 6, 2009

Today, General Motors reported that its monthly sales in June dropped by 34...

GM Reports That Customers are Remaining Loyal

June 25, 2009

After filing for bankruptcy on June 1 of this year, many expressed concern...

Eddie Bauer Files for Bankruptcy

June 18, 2009

On Wednesday, Eddie Bauer Holdings, Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy because...

Arcade Publishing Files for Bankruptcy

June 16, 2009

According to a recent report, the publishing house that was started 20 years ago...

Bankruptcy Filings at Highest Point Since Late 2005

June 10, 2009 by Matt Placek

Bankruptcy filings in the United States for the first quarter of 2009 were at their highest point since 2005.According...

Harvard Study Shows Impact of Medical Bills on Bankruptcy

June 5, 2009

President Obama is currently pushing the Congress for healthcare reform, and he recently...

GM Debt Exchange Offer Fails

May 27, 2009

GM moves closer to bankruptcy today, as its debt exchange offer was rejected by bondholders. This last ditch attempt from the automaker was a shot at avoiding the necessity to file a bankruptcy...

Ion Media Files for Bankruptcy

May 20, 2009

A television network with its roots in Tampa Bay, Florida has recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. It made the claim in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court’s Southern District of New York for more than...

Chrysler Struggles to Refund Lemon Claims

May 13, 2009

Chrysler is struggling to pay out the settlements that its customers are requesting for lemons. According to lemon laws, Chrysler has to refund the purchase price of their cars...

GM Bankruptcy Not Expected To Be a ‘Quick Rinse’

Wednesday April 22, 2009

Bill Ford, executive chairman of the Ford Motor Company recently said that he did not believe that GM’s expected bankruptcy will be quick and easy. He explained that reading about “quick rinse” bankruptcies in the news has become a...

Manhattan Restaurants Face Bankruptcy

April 16, 2009

Many of Manhattan’s upscale restaurants will be closing their doors and filing bankruptcy to keep their heads above water. Frederick’s Madison recently announced...

Latest Companies Filing for Bankruptcy Include: Joe’s Sports and Outdoor and Robbins Brothers

April 3, 2009

Because of the challenges presented by the global economic crisis, many companies are being forced to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The latest of these unfortunate businesses include the Oregon-based sporting goods store, Joe’s Sports and Outdoor, as well as...

Chrysler Seeking More Than $5 Billion from Obama Administration for Dire Financial Restructuring

March 30, 2009

Chrysler, which for years has been embattled as a failing business, is making a last ditch effort to save the company with a proposed $5 billion loan from the Obama administration...

House Democrats Pushing for More Protection from Lenders for Individuals in Bankruptcy

Staff Writer, March 24, 2009

Democratic-controlled Congress has taken measures to protect the interests of those embattled with debt, specifically those under bankruptcy protection...

U.S. Auto Bankruptcy Undesirable Says Toyota

Staff Writter, Dec 23, 2008 Even if they are competitors, Toyota sees U.S. auto bankruptcy as undesirable for all

Bankruptcy filings on the rise

Staff Writter, Jan 20, 2009 Retailers as well as consumers are facing hard economic times. It is predicted that bankruptcy filings will continue to grow in

Farmers Wife Commits Bankruptcy Fraud

Staff Writer, Dec 16, 2008 It wasn’t just an ordinary day at the farm when this farmer and his wife were charged with bankruptcy fraud.

Toy Giant Files for Bankruptcy

Staff Writter, Dec 23, 2008 Toy Giant KB Toys reaches decision to file for bankruptcy, represents sad times for

Bankruptcy Filings Up in 2008

US Courts Gov, Sep 03, 2008 Filings involving predominantly business debts also rose substantially. They totaled 30,741, up 40 percent from the 21,960 business bankruptcies filed in the

United States Bankruptcy Courts

Press Release, Jul 26, 2006 Bankruptcy cases cannot be filed in state

2006 Bankruptcy Statistics

uscourts.gov, Jun 29, 2006 The number of bankruptcy cases filed in federal courts rose 12.8

History of Chapter 9

Federal Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 Description Of The History Of Chapter 9

Peterson Votes To Permanently Remove Family Business Tax : We Need To Protect Family Business

Federal Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 Why Do We Need To Protect Family

Mitsubishi Motors Credit Of America Has a Remote Entity Bankruptcy Option

Federal Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 From time to time MMCA finances its operations by securitizing designated pools of Leases and Leased

What Is Chapter Nine Bankruptcy

USDOJ Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 Explanation Of What Chapter 9 Bankruptcy

Globalstar SEC Filing Includes a Remote Entity Bankruptcy Option

Federal Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 Globalstar L.P. warned in its annual filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that its restructuring plan may

Ninth Circuit Reappoints Three Former California Bankruptcy Attorneys Now Judges to Northern California Bankruptcy Court

CA Gov Press Release, Jan 28, 2005 Ninth Circuit has announced the reappointment of three judges to the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of

How to Avoid Foreclosure: Washington Foreclosure Laws

Federal Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 The guidance below (and in the is applicable to homeowners with FHA Insured

Fighting To Preserve Texas Exemption Laws

TX Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 On November 10 the Senate voted to override a 160-year old Texas tradition: the right to keep one's family home when facing

Ocean Power Corporation Declares Chapter 11 Bankruptcy: Their Chicago Bankruptcy Attorney At a Loss Of Words

IL Gov Press Release, Jan 28, 2005 Ocean Power Corporation, a U.S. company with a focus on Stirling heat engines, announced on December 10th that it has filed for Chapter 11

Florida Bankruptcy Attorney Speaks About Problems With Certain Bankruptcy Laws

LOC Article, Jan 28, 2005 introducing legislation to address an inequity in our bankruptcy laws that allows wealthy individuals to wipe away all of their debts and at the same time keep their

New York debtor and creditor Laws: an overview

Federal Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 Description Of New York Creditor-Debtor

Georgia Bankruptcy Law Offices Have To Pay Close Attention TO The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005

Federal Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 Government Officials Go Over The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of

Felicia S. Turner Former Member Of A Georgia Bankruptcy Law Firm, Appointed U.S. Trustee For Georgia, Florida, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

USDOJ Gov Press Release, Jan 28, 2005 Felicia S. Turner of Dunwoody, Ga., has been appointed United States Trustee for Georgia, Florida, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands (Region

Why a Bankruptcy Lawyer Is Important In PA

Federal Gov Article, Jan 28, 2005 Explanation Of Why It Is Important To Have a Bankruptcy Lawyer In

Judge Bars Bankruptcy Filing Firms from Business; Orders Fines, Restitution

USDOJ Gov Press Release, Jan 27, 2005 A federal judge today signed a judgment permanently barring three bankruptcy filing businesses from continuing deceptive and fraudulent

U.S. Labor Department Sues President of Defunct Pennsylvania Company Over Delinquent 401(k) Contributions

Federal Gov Press Release, Jan 27, 2005 The former president of defunct NLOCI Corporation in West Chester, Pennsylvania., was sued by the U.S. Department of Labor for failure to forward employee

Information About Choosing The Right Maryland Bankruptcy Attorney

USDOJ Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 Help In Choosing The Right Bankruptcy

New Jersey Bankruptcy Laws In Depth And How They Correspond With Other Laws

NJ Gov Site, Jan 27, 2005 Description Of Certain Bankruptcy Laws In The State Of New

Massachusetts Chapter 7 Bankruptcy By The Numbers

Federal Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 Statistics Of Chapter 7 Bankrupticies In

Washington State Bankruptcy Court Laws And Why You Need A Lawyer

WA Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 A person who is unable to pay his or her debts may under certain circumstances be excused from paying these debts by filing a petition for

Boston Bankruptcy Lawyers Stance On Supreme Judicial Court Standing Commitee

MA Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 SUPREME JUDICIAL COURT STANDING COMMITTEE ON PRO

Los Angeles Bankruptcy Attorney Sentenced To Eighteen Months Imprisonment For Providing False Information In Two Bankruptcy Petitions

USDOJ Gov Press Release, Jan 27, 2005 A bankruptcy attorney who authored books on bankruptcy and claimed to be a frequent speaker on the topic was sentenced today to eighteen months

Bankruptcy and Collections Unit hits $100 million mark

WA Gov Press Release, Jan 27, 2005 The Attorney General's Bankruptcy & Collections Unit (BCU) has passed a major

How To Avoid Bankruptcy Foreclosure Scams

USDOJ Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 Explanation Of How To Avoid Bankruptcy Foreclosure

Florida Bankruptcy Act And The Florida Bankruptcy Code

FL Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 Description Of The Florida Bankruptcy Act And The Florida Bankruptcy

Proposed Revision To Bankruptcy Law Could Put New York City Retailers In Jeopardy

NY Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 Description Of New Bankruptcy Law That Has A Direct Affect On New York

Labor Department Obtains Court Order Preventing Former Texas Executive from Avoiding Debt to Plan

DOL Gov Press Release, Jan 27, 2005 The U.S. Department of Labor has obtained a court order on Nov. 24, 2003, preventing the former president of bankrupt NetForce, Inc., in San Antonio,

Russia to defy Yukos ruling Core unit's sale set for Sunday

DOL Gov Press Release, Jan 27, 2005 Oil giant Yukos appears headed for the auction block Sunday after Russia said it would defy a U.S. bankruptcy court's order halting the

Operation Silver Screen' Targets Bankruptcy Fraud

USDOJ Gov Site, Jan 27, 2005 United States Attorneys have filed criminal charges against 21 individuals in 11 different districts on a variety of federal bankruptcy fraud

Highlights Of Business Bankruptcy Reforms And Its benefits To Chapter 12 Bankruptcy

Federal Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 The Benefits Of Business Bankruptcy Reform To Chapter 12

How You As A debtor Can Attain A Discharge

Federal Gov Article, Jan 26, 2005 Explanation Of How You As A Debtor Can Recieve A

Statement of Senator Dianne Feinstein on her Decision to Vote Against Bankruptcy Reform Legislation Based on New Creditors Judgements

CA Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 Statement of Senator Dianne Feinstein on her Decision to Vote Against Bankruptcy Reform

What Is Federal Bankruptcy Exemption

COB Fed Gov Article, Jan 26, 2005 Description Of What Federal Bankruptcy Exemption

What are Federal Tax Exemptions

Federal Gov Article, Jan 26, 2005 Description Of What Federal Tax Exemptions Are And If You

Representative Adam Smith Will Support Bankruptcy Reform That Will Help Prevent Government Repossessions

Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 Ninth District Congressman Adam Smith today will vote to overhaul bankruptcy law and require debtors to repay some or all of their debt when they are financially

What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

SEC Gov Article, Jan 26, 2005 Explanation Of What Chapter Seven Bankruptcy Is And How An Attorney Can Help

Senator Tim Johnson Speaks About Enrons Bankruptcy Profile

Federal Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 Description Of Enrons Bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Reform And How It Affects Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Lawyers

Federal Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 Explanation Of How Bankruptcy Reform Affects Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

Emerging Chapter 11 Issues in Bankruptcy Administration Making Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorneys More Relevant

USDOJ Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 Why Are Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorneys Becoming More And More

How Chapter 11 Works And Why A Lawyer Is Important

USCOURTS Gov Article, Jan 26, 2005 Explanation Of How Chapter 11 Works And How A Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Lawyer Is

Background of the U.S. Trustee Program

USDOJ Gov Article, Jan 24, 2005 Explanation of The United States Trustee

Local Bankruptcy Rule 212: Bankruptcy Trustee Successor

USCOURTS Gov Article, Jan 24, 2005 Specific Law Pertaining To Bankruptcy

How To Calculate Your Bankruptcy Trustee Fees

ISC Gov Article, Jan 24, 2005 Explanation Of How To Calculate Your Bankruptcy Trustee

Digan: Emerald Casino Proposal Seeks To Ensure Integrity In Illinois Gaming Industry; $20.6 Million Forfeiture Is Double Largest Punishment Ever Imposed In Nation Related To Gaming

IL Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 Description Of The Largest Casino Bankruptcy Ever

About the United States Trustee Program & Bankruptcy Codes

USDOJ Article, Jan 24, 2005 United States Bankruptcy Code and Bankruptcy Act

What Is The 523 Bankruptcy Code

Federal Gov Article, Jan 24, 2005 Description of The 523 Bankruptcy

Alternatives to Chapter 7 bankruptcy liquidation

CTB USCOURTS Gov Article, Jan 24, 2005 List Of Possible Alternatives To Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Government Offices & Phone Numbers For New York Bankruptcy, Nassau County Bankruptcy, Queens County Bankruptcy, Long Island Bankruptcy News Update

Nassau County NY Gov, Jun 30, 2004 New York Bankruptcy Lawyer, Nassau County Bankruptcy Lawyer , Queens County Bankruptcy Lawyer, Long Island Bankruptcy Lawyer

Chapter 7, 11, 12, 13 Bankruptcy Statistic in Maryland

U.S. Department of Justice, Jul 16, 2004 Chapter 7,11,12,13 Bankruptcy Statistics in

Effectiveness and Accountability:Twin Goals of Bankruptcy Reform

USDOJ Article, Jan 24, 2005 Explanation of Facts Incorporated Into The Bankruptcy Reform

Bankruptcy:What happens when a public company files for protection under the federal bankruptcy laws?

Federal Government Article, Jan 24, 2005 Explanation of How The Federal Government Goes About Their Bankruptcy

Possible Loss of Staten Island Bus Matrons Due to Bankruptcy

house.gov, Jan 15, 2003 Possible Loss of Staten Island Bus Matrons Due to

Lawsuits Archdiocese

Boston Clergy Accused of Abusing Almost 800 People, Report Says.

Bankruptcy Statement Regarding Recent Market Events and Lehman Brothers

SEC, Sep 15, 2008 The decision by Lehman Brothers Holdings Inc. to file for protection under Chapter 11 of the bankruptcy laws is expected to lead to the winding down of Lehman Brothers

Dana Corporation Agrees to Allow $24M Bankruptcy Claim for Cleanup Costs at Superfund Site

EPA, Jun 23, 2008 Dana filed petitions under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in May 2006. Under terms of this week's settlement, Dana will withdraw its previous legal

Notice Regarding Debtor Audits

DOJ, Aug 12, 2008 The USTP is preparing to resume its designation of cases, although random audits will now be conducted in 1 out of 1,000 cases as opposed to 1:250 cases filed in a

Bankruptcy Filings Up in March - Released in June

U.S. Courts, Jun 02, 2008 The 901,927 bankruptcy cases filed represent a 30 percent increase over the 695,575 cases filed in the 12-month

Skybus Airlines Files for Bankruptcy and Refunds to Customers

State of Virginia, Jun 16, 2008 The company filed for bankruptcy on April 7, 2008, leaving some customers wondering what their options

How to Manage Your Mortgage if Your Lender Closes of Files for Bankruptcy

FTC, May 12, 2008 When a mortgage company closes or files for bankruptcy, its customers may be left wondering about the impact on their own

St. Luke Baptist Federal Credit Union Closes - Liquidation

NCUA, May 19, 2008 At the time of liquidation, the credit union served 162 members and had assets of approximately

Bankruptcy Filings Rebound in Calendar Year 2007

U.S. Courts, Apr 15, 2008 Bankruptcy filings in the federal courts rose 38 percent in calendar year 2007, according to data released today by the Administrative Office of the U.S.

Delinquencies and Foreclosures Increase in Latest MBA National Delinquency Survey

MBA, Apr 21, 2008 The increase in foreclosure starts was due to increases for both prime and subprime

Former Frederick Woman Pleads Guilty to Bankruptcy Fraud

FBI, Apr 28, 2008 Filed at Least Six Bankruptcy Cases in Six Years Using Different Identity

Debt Reduction Companies Settle with FTC

FTC, Mar 11, 2008 Two debt reduction companies and their principals have agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges alleging that they violated

Ziff Davis Media Reaches Agreement to Restructure Senior Secured Debt

Ziff Davis Media Release, Apr 07, 2008 Ziff Davis and certain of its affiliates elected to file Chapter 11 petitions in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New

Court Enters Final Order in FTC Action Against Florida Debt Collectors

FTC, Feb 07, 2008 A federal court has entered a final order against a Florida debt collection agency, its

Attorney General Conway Files Agreement That Helps Thousands of Decker College Students

Kentucky Gov, Feb 20, 2008 Attorney General Jack Conway today announced that he and the bankruptcy trustee for Decker

Corporate Executives Exploit Bankruptcy Laws to Reap Huge Benefits at Employee Expense

Congresswoman Linda T. S?nchez, Jan 10, 2008 Subcommittee Chairwoman Linda S?nchez called the hearing to examine the effect of corporations rewarding executives while slashing jobs and employee health and

Bankruptcy Filings Down for Fiscal Year 2007, Up for Quarter

uscourts.gov, Jan 24, 2008 Bankruptcy cases filed in federal courts totaled 801,269 for the 12-month period ending September 30, 2007, down 28 percent when compared to the 1,112,542

New FTC Publication Advises Consumers What to Do if Mortgage Lender Closes or Files for Bankruptcy

Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Dec 19, 2007 Facts for Consumers publication issued by the FTC advises consumers what to do if their mortgage company or mortgage servicing company closes or files for

W.R. Grace to Pay Toward Cleanup of Hazardous Waste Sites

U.S. Department of Justice, Dec 19, 2007 Bankruptcy is not a safe haven to avoid environmental

Bankruptcy Court Grants Attorney General Darrell McGraw’s Motion to Allow Action to Enforce Police and Regulatory Powers Against Iams Funeral Home

West Virginia Attorney General, Nov 26, 2007 The lawsuit was filed after three audits discovered numerous violations of the Preneed

AG Warning: Beware of Bankruptcy & Mortgage Rescue Debt Scams

New Mexico Attorney General, Dec 05, 2007 Attorney General King says people facing foreclosures and seeking bankruptcy relief are being victimized by unscrupulous

Special Web Section Unveiled for Homeowners Who Lose Homes; Foreclosure Tax Relief Available to Many

Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Oct 30, 2007 The section includes information to help borrowers determine whether any of the foreclosure related relief provisions apply to

Specter Speaks on Mortgage Crisis

U.S. Senator, Nov 15, 2007 U.S. Senator Arlen Specter spoke on the Senate Floor regarding the mortgage

Corporate Bankruptcy

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Oct 15, 2007 Federal bankruptcy laws govern how companies go out of business or recover from crippling

Federal Court Permanently Bars Las Vegas Man From Promoting “Asset Protection” Scheme

U.S. Department of Justice, Oct 23, 2007 Business Allegedly Helped Customers Evade

June 2007 Filings Drop When Compared to 2006

U.S. Courts, Oct 02, 2007 Bankruptcy filings in the federal courts continued a slow upward

When You File Bankruptcy

U.S. Department of Justice, Oct 09, 2007 If you reaffirm a debt and then fail to pay it, you owe the debt the same as though there was no

June 2007 Filings Drop But Slow Upward Crawl Seen in Filings

The US Courts, Sep 14, 2007 Bankruptcy filings were strongly impacted by the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of

Transcripts of Federal Court Proceedings Nationwide To Be Available Online

U.S. Courts, Sep 24, 2007 The Judicial Conference of the United States today voted to make transcripts of federal district and bankruptcy court proceedings available

Massachusetts Trucking Company Files for Bankruptcy

Staff Writer, Aug 23, 2007 According to the lawsuit, employees' contributions were not transferred to the plans nor did they come from the company's general

Commissioner Urges Californians to Protect Vacation Investments

California Department of Insurance, Sep 07, 2007 Californians are using their hard-earned money to take their families on

Bankruptcy Filings Drop 61 Percent in 12 Month Period

US Courts, Jul 20, 2007 The majority of bankruptcy filings are filings involving predominantly non business

New Judge Appointed To Bankruptcy Appellate Panel

United States Court, Aug 03, 2007 She also has an extensive list of achievements as a lecturer, panelist and moderator for a number of local and national educational forums. Judge Markell has served on

United States Bankruptcy Court For The Eastern District Of Kentucky Standing Order

KYEB, Jun 07, 2007 Effective June 1, 2007, Local Rule E.D. Ky. LBR 9014-1 is hereby amended to read as

Debt Reaffirmation

Georgia.gov, Jun 19, 2007 After filing the bankruptcy petition, you may want to repay a particular debt, such as an automobile to transport you to your place of employment, or you may be asked

Clerk Notices and Guidance Regarding Iowa Bankruptcy

State of Iowa, Jun 07, 2007 It also provides individuals who may be considering bankruptcy with a basic explanation of the different chapters under which a bankruptcy case may be filed and to

United States Bankruptcy Court District Of Minnesota

MNB, Jun 07, 2007 the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (the ?Act?) was enacted into

Bankruptcy Case In Kansas

State of Kansas, Jun 07, 2007 Debtor forthrightly admits that she commenced this case more than 180 days after obtaining the credit counseling. Furthermore, she does not argue that she is

In The United States Bankruptcy Court For The District of Utah: Updates

Utah State Government, Jun 06, 2007 Several amendments to the Federal Rules of Appellate, Bankruptcy, Civil Procedure

Unclaimed Funds Policy In Idaho Regarding Local Bankruptcy Rules

State of Idaho, Jun 07, 2007 Evidence of or any change of ownership must be shown. If applicable, furnish proof of any sale of the company, stating new and prior owner. A copy of the terms of any

Corporate Executives Exploit Bankruptcy Laws to Reap Huge Benefits at Employee Expense

House.gov, Jun 01, 2007 At a hearing in the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and Administrative Law, a working single mother joined bankruptcy and employment

Bankruptcy Court Case In West Virginia

West Virginia State Government, Jun 06, 2007 Consistent with that Order, the Foundation and Mr. Stone argue that a preliminary injunction should be issued by the court to prevent sale proceeds being paid to Ms.

Recent Changes to Bankruptcy Law Hurting Consumers, Say Experts

State Government, May 25, 2007 laws passed in 2005 has wound up hurting honest

Corporate Bankruptcy What Every Investor Should Know

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, May 23, 2007 If the company's liabilities are greater than its assets, your stock may be

New Bankruptcy Law Requires Credit Counseling Before Filing

Federal Trade Commission, Apr 30, 2007 Bankruptcy law requires credit counseling before

FDIC and Capital Area Asset Builders Launch "DC Saves" Campaign in the Nation's Capital

Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, May 01, 2007 The campaign seeks to reach all District

Chapter 12 of the Bankruptcy Code

Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Wisconsin, May 15, 2007 Between 20 to 35 days after the petition is filed, the chapter 12 trustee will hold

Increase In Number of Bankruptcies Accompanied By Increase In Bankruptcy Fraud.

Internal Revenue Service / U.S. Dept. of the Treasury, Apr 09, 2007 Bankruptcy Fraud Criminal

Automatic Adjustment of Certain Dollar Amounts in the Bankruptcy Code.

U.S. District Court - Southern District of California, Apr 16, 2007 Changes in the Bankruptcy

FTC Stops ‘Reduce Debt Now’ Scheme

Federal Trade Commission, Mar 28, 2007 False Promises Led Many Consumers Deeper Into

Fiscal Year 2006 Bankruptcy Caseloads Remain At High Levels

The Federal Judiciary, Apr 02, 2007 In 2006 filings in the US courts of appeals fell overall but filings in the US district courts rose slightly more than 1

St. Louis, Missouri Couple Pleads Guilty to Bankruptcy Fraud

Federal Bureau Of Investigation, Mar 14, 2007 These charges carry a penalty range of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine on each

Four Area People Indicted on Mortgage Fraud Charges

Federal Government, Mar 21, 2007 St. Louis, Missouri: Bennie Clark, Michael Jackson, Robert Casey and Donna Brown were indicted for their involvement in a mortgage

Bankruptcy Chapter 7

Library of Congress, Feb 28, 2007 If you earn more than the median income in your state, the state applies a means test to determine whether you are eligible to file for bankruptcy under Chapter

In Arizona, Adoption of Amended Local Bankruptcy Procedure

U.S. District Bankruptcy Court, Mar 07, 2007 The amended local rules shall be construed to be consistent with such Federal Bankruptcy Rules to promote speedy and inexpensive

Ambridge Woman Forged Bankruptcy Judge's Signature

US Department of Justice, Feb 14, 2007 The law provides for a total sentence of 5 years in prison, a fine of $250,000, or

Texas Woman Admits to Forging Bankruptcy Judge's Signature on Loan Documents

Department of Justice, Feb 21, 2007 Texas woman faces five years and $250,000 fine for bankruptcy

Man Sentenced on Bankruptcy Fraud

US Department of Justice, Jan 31, 2007 Sentenced to six months imprisonment, three years of supervised release, $190,000 restitution, and 60 hours of community

Local Woman Indicted on Fraud Charges and Forging the Signature of a U.S. Bankruptcy Judge

US Department of Justice, Feb 07, 2007 Shaw forged the signature of Chief United States Bankruptcy Judge Barry Schermer on a bankruptcy

Sacramento Woman Sentenced for Bankruptcy Fraud Scheme

US Department of Justice, Jan 17, 2007 The defendant pleaded guilty to bankruptcy fraud and making a false statement in a bankruptcy case on October 10,

Husband and Wife Plead Guilty to Charges of Failing to Disclose Assets in a Bankruptcy Proceeding

US Department of Justice, Jan 24, 2007 These charges carry a penalty range of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine on each

Bloomington Man Sentenced for Bankruptcy Fraud

US Department of Justice, Jan 04, 2007 Sentenced to 12 months and one day

Haas Sisters Indicted for Government Benefits and Bankruptcy Fraud

US Department of Justice, Jan 10, 2007 Indictment charges both women with one count of conspiracy to wilfully and knowingly convert to their own use, without authority, over $1,000 in government

Audits of Bankruptcy Papers by Independent Accountants

US Department of Justice, Dec 20, 2006 The audits are to determine the accuracy, veracity, and completeness of petitions, schedules, and other information required to be filed or provided in a bankruptcy

Dora Woman Indicted for Allegations of Bankruptcy Fraud

US Department of Justice, Dec 27, 2006 Charged with two counts of making false oaths or accounts and one count of

Western District Of Wisconsin Chapter 12 Plan

U.S. Courts, Nov 27, 2006 Priority claims are those granted special status by the bankruptcy

Palm Beach Businessman Charged With Bankruptcy Fraud

FBI, Dec 05, 2006 Man chanrged with bankruptcy fraud, in violation of 18 U.S.C. Sections 152(1) and

Prison Sentence for Perjury in a Bankruptcy Case

FBI, Dec 12, 2006 Man Sentenced to ten months in prison for

U.S. Labor Department Asks Bankruptcy Court To Release 401k Contributions

Department of Labor, Nov 13, 2006 Department of Labor has petitioned the federal bankruptcy court in Springfield to release 401k plan contributions withheld from the paychecks of

In Nevada, Court of Appeals Appoints New Bankruptcy Judge for District

U.S. Court of Appeals, Nov 20, 2006 Attorney Mike K. Nakagawa to fill a new judgeship on the U.S Bankruptcy Court for the District of

Audits Of Bankruptcy Papers

U.S. Department of Justice, Oct 30, 2006 At least one out of every 250 individual chapter 7 and chapter 13 cases filed in a judicial district will be randomly selected for

Tithing Allowed During Bankruptcy, Court Decision Wrong

United State Senator, Nov 06, 2006 The Senators said in a letter to Attorney General Alberto Gonzales that the decision inaccurately interprets how tithes are to be treated under the bankruptcy

Bankruptcy Settlement Will Advance Cleanup of Raymark Site

EPA, Oct 17, 2006 The bankruptcy proceeds will be added to an interest-bearing special account dedicated to the ongoing cleanup of the

Success Fee Request In Enron Corp. Bankruptcy Case

U.S. Department of Justice, Oct 23, 2006 Agreement with Stephen Forbes Cooper LLC (SFC) to reduce by $12.5 million the success fee SFC requested for its work in the Chapter 11

Man Is Sentenced For False Oath In Bankruptcy Case

Department of Justice, Oct 10, 2006 Sexton filed a petition for relief under Chapter 7 of the United States Bankruptcy

U.S. Labor Department Sues Owner Of Bankrupt Wescosville Company

U.S. Department of Labor, Oct 03, 2006 The U.S. Department of Labor has filed an adversary complaint in federal bankruptcy court against the owner of now defunct G&M Land Development

Credit Counseling And Debtor Education

Federal Trade Commission, Sep 26, 2006 People who plan to file for bankruptcy protection must get credit counseling from a

U.S. Bankruptcy Court Approves SGI's Disclosure Statement

Press Release, Sep 05, 2006 Company to continue on its path toward emerging from chapter 11 by the end of

Medical Costs Contribute To Fewer Than One In Five Bankruptcies

Press Release, Sep 12, 2006 Data from a much-cited 2005 study show that medical expenses contribute to less than 20 percent of all

In Florida, Lee Ann Bennett Appointed Clerk Of Bankruptcy Court

U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Aug 22, 2006 The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida is one of the busiest bankruptcy courts in the

Los Angeles Foreclosures Level Off In July

Press Release, Aug 29, 2006 Foreclosure filings in the Los Angeles metro area leveled off in July, increasing just 1 percent after a 23 percent spike the month

Former Illinois Lottery Winner Sentenced For Lying To Bankruptcy Court

Press Release, Aug 07, 2006 Woman was sentenced for making a false statement while under oath in a bankruptcy proceeding in central

Refund And Bankruptcy Claims Against New Fitness For Women

Press Release, Aug 15, 2006 As potential creditors in the bankruptcy, former members of the New Fitness Brambleton Avenue location are entitled to protect their

In Connecticut, Bankruptcy Settlement Will Advance Cleanup Of Raymark Site

Press Release, Jul 25, 2006 Bankruptcy proceeds will be added to an interest-bearing special account dedicated to the ongoing cleanup of the

Bankruptcy Court Confirms Plan Of Liquidation Of Able Laboratories, Inc.

Press Release, Aug 01, 2006 The Company filed a proposed plan of reorganization and disclosure statement with the bankruptcy court, which plan was later amended to be a plan of

Bankruptcy Filing Statistics 2006

uscourts.gov, Jun 12, 2006 Bankruptcy Filings Rose in March 2006 12-Month Period Quarterly Filings Lowest Since

Advertisements Promising Debt Relief May Be Offering Bankruptcy

FTC Alert, Jul 18, 2006 You?ll find out later that such phrases often involve filing for bankruptcy

Enron Bankruptcy Stipulated Agreement

usdoj.gov, May 12, 2006 Reduce by $12.5 million the success fee SFC requested for its work in the Chapter 11 case of Enron

U.S. Trustee Duties Under The New Bankruptcy Law 2005

usdoj.gov, May 26, 2006 Supervise the administration of the following cases filed under the Federal Bankruptcy

The New Bankruptcy Law 2005

usdoj.gov, May 01, 2006 Opens a new era in the history of bankruptcy law and practice, was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Bush on April 20,

Florida Notice Of Fee Increase For Bankruptcy Cases

flsb.uscourts.gov, Apr 14, 2006 Pursuant To The Deficit Reduction Act Of

Debtor Under The New 2006 Bankruptcy Law

irs.gov, Feb 21, 2006 In order to have their plan confirmed, Chapter 13 debtors must also file all tax returns with the IRS for the four-year period before the bankruptcy

Bankruptcy In Virginia Adopting Additional Revisions Rules

vaeb.uscourts.gov, Mar 08, 2006 Effective October 17, 2005, and pursuant to 28 U.S.C. section 2071, Rule 83 of the Federal Rules of Civil

United States Bankruptcy Court District Of Massachusetts

mab.uscourts.gov, Mar 30, 2006 Pleadings are filed chronologically, from bottom to top in the right-hand section of the folder, so that the original pleading that initiated the bankruptcy or

Huffy Corporation Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

epa.gov, Jan 26, 2006 Settlement Agreement covering the United States Environmental Protection Agency?s claims in the Huffy Corporation Huffy Chapter 11

Court Fees For Bankruptcy In South Carilona

scb.uscourts.gov, Feb 07, 2006 Payment of Fees to the Clerk, all fees paid to the clerk shall be in the form of

Dealing With Pennsylvania Businesses In Bankruptcy

attorneygeneral.gov, Jan 11, 2006 If you find out that the merchant you are dealing with is experiencing financial problems or has filed for bankruptcy after you have paid in advance for goods or

In New York, Chapter 7, Bankruptcy

nynb.uscourts.gov, Dec 05, 2005 Debtor requests damages in the amount of 10,000 per day of

In Florida, Tampa Attorneys Indicted For Bankruptcy Fraud

usdoj.gov, Dec 12, 2005 Indictment alleges that the Almenguals filed a joint voluntary bankruptcy petition under Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code in February

California Bankrutcy Court Approve It As Part Law

cpuc.ca.gov, Nov 09, 2005 In California, the Land Conservation Commitment Stipulation in Exhibit 181 is approved and

Delta Air Lines Files for Chapter 11

news.delta.com, Nov 18, 2005 Company Arranging $2.05 Billion In Post-Petition

Order Dismissing Motion To Withdraw Reference

maine.gov, Oct 13, 2005 Factors affecting a discretionary withdrawal pursuant

In New Jersey Bankruptcy District Courts, Great American Insurance Companies Seeks a Declaratory Judgment Determining That The bankruptcy Estate Of The Chapter 7 Debtor

New Jersey Courts, Nov 08, 2005 Count 7, asserting a breach of fiduciary duty, is dismissed because (a)

U.S. District Court In San Diego California On 12 Counts Of Bankruptcy Fraud

usdoj.gov, Sep 22, 2005 U.S. District Court In San Diego On 12 Counts Of Bankruptcy

The Debtor Filed For Chapter 13 And A Voluntary Petition

New York US Court, Sep 27, 2005 Only honest debtors enjoy the privilege of the Bankruptcy

A Federal Jury In Houston, Texas Has Convicted A Former Houston Law Office Manager Bankruptcy Fraud Scheme

usdoj.gov, Sep 19, 2005 A Federal Jury In Houston, Texas Has Convicted A Former Houston Law Office Manager Bankruptcy Fraud

Oakland Today Also Indicted on Four Counts of Bankruptcy Fraud

usdoj.gov, Sep 14, 2005 Oakland Today Also Indicted on Four Counts of Bankruptcy

Delta Air Lines Receives Court Approval Bankruptcy Protection Chapter 11 Reorganization

deltapressrelease, Sep 15, 2005 Delta Air Lines Receives Court Approval Bankruptcy Protection Chapter 11

Los Angeles Bankruptcy Lawyer Pleads Guilty To Providing False Information In Two Bankruptcy Petitions

usdoj.gov, Sep 07, 2005 Los Angeles Bankruptcy Lawyer Pleads Guilty To Providing False Information In Two Bankruptcy

Chicago Police Officer Has Been Indicted For Making False Declarations In Bankruptcy

usdoj.gov, Sep 12, 2005 Chicago Police Officer Has Been Indicted For Making False Declarations In

United States Bankruptcy Judges Highly Important Judicial Powers And Responsibilities

uscourts.gov, Aug 29, 2005 The Bankruptcy Amendments and Federal Judgeship Act of

Promising Debt Relief May Be Offering Bankruptcy

.ftc.gov, Sep 06, 2005 Debt got you down? You?re not alone. Consumer debt is at an alltime

Labor Department Sues Trustee Of Illinois Profit Sharing Plan For Failure to Forward Employee Contributions

dol.gov, Aug 15, 2005 Nyborg From Discharging Debts Owed The Plan As A Result Of His Own Personal Chapter 11

The Eastern District Of New York Announces The Creation Of A Mediation Program

nyeb.uscourts.gov, Aug 23, 2005 Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New

The Mere Fact That A Matter Is Assigned To Mediation Will Not Stop The Litigation Process

nyeb.uscourts.gov, Aug 23, 2005 The Mere Fact That A Matter Is Assigned To Mediation Will Not Stop The Litigation

FDIC Chairman Donald E. Powell Welcomes New Board Members

fdic.gov, Aug 02, 2005 FDIC Chairman Donald E. Powell issued the following statement after the Senate voted to confirm the President?s

Federal Bankruptcy Laws Govern How Companies Go Out Of Business Or Recover From Crippling Debt

Enter Source, Aug 08, 2005 Federal Bankruptcy Laws Govern How Companies Go Out Of Business Or Recover From Crippling

Labor Department Sues Trustee Of Illinois Profit Sharing Plan For Failure to Forward Employee Contributions

dol.gov, Jul 27, 2005 U.S. Department of Labor filed two lawsuits against the trustee of the profit sharing plan of Birger Nyborg and Co., Ltd. of

Atkins Nutritionals Files for Bankruptcy Protection in New York

nysb.uscourts.gov, Aug 01, 2005 Atkins Nutritionals Files for Bankruptcy Protection in New

It's Time To Replace Myths About Bankruptcy With Some Financial Facts Here Is Some Of The Questionable

Enter Source, Jul 18, 2005 It's Time To Replace Myths About Bankruptcy With Some Financial Facts Here Is Some Of The

Bankruptcy Tide Rising Again Across Ohio

yahoo.com, Jul 25, 2005 Ohio is on pace to again break its dubious record of annual bankruptcy filings, largely a reflection that economic gains enjoyed elsewhere around

Director Mecham Testified That This Changed Abruptly In Fiscal Year 2004

uscourts.gov, Jun 27, 2005 Director Mecham Testified That This Changed Abruptly In Fiscal Year

Most Debtors Who File Bankruptcy, And Many Of Their Creditors, Know Very Little About The Bankruptcy Process

txnb.uscourts.gov, Jul 06, 2005 Most Debtors Who File Bankruptcy, And Many Of Their Creditors, Know Very Little About The Bankruptcy

Memorandum United States Bankruptcy Courts

tnwb.uscourts.gov, Jun 06, 2005 Clarification of Effective Date of Statutory Fee Increases and Reallocation of Fees for Bankruptcy Cases to October 17,

New Bankruptcy Act Impacts Derivatives Industry

emediawire releases, Jun 14, 2005 Recent changes to U.S. bankruptcy and insolvency laws provide creditor protection from court stays and avoidance measures as to a broader

Authorized Federal and State Wiretaps Rose 19 Percent in 2004

us courts gov, May 16, 2005 That is an increase of 26 percent in the number of federally approved wiretaps, compared to 2003, and a 13 percent

Miller Calls on Bankruptcy Court to Reject Pension Deal for United Airlines

house.gov, May 31, 2005 Miller Calls on Bankruptcy Court to Reject Pension Deal for United

The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 the Act was signed

Commercil Law League of America, May 13, 2005 Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of

Bankruptcy Litigants That Would Have Forced the Immediate Resumption of Litigation

PR News wire press release, May 13, 2005 Composite Technology Defeats Two Emergency Motions Filed by Pre-Bankruptcy

President Signs Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention, Consumer Protection Act

White House Gov, Apr 20, 2005 Debtors seeking to erase all debts will now have to wait eight years from their last bankruptcy before they can file

United States Courts For The Ninth Circuit 2- Bankruptcy Judgeship Opportunities Central District Of California Los Angeles

US Courts for the Ninth Circuit, Apr 26, 2005 United States Courts For The Ninth Circuit 2- Bankruptcy Judgeship Opportunities Central District Of California Los

House Approves Bankruptcy Reform Legislation Bipartisan Bill Heads to President Bush for His Signature

judiciary.house.gov, May 13, 2005 House Approves Bankruptcy Reform Legislation Bipartisan Bill Heads to President Bush for His

Congress Passes New Bankruptcy Reform Bill

thomas.loc.gov, Apr 14, 2005 Congress Passes New Bankruptcy Reform

S.256 Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (Engrossed as Agreed to or Passed by Senate) Sec. 301. Technical amendments.

thomas.loc.gov, Apr 14, 2005 S.256 Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (Engrossed as Agreed to or Passed by Senate) Sec. 301. Technical

Bankruptcy Court Approves Schlotzsky's Auction and Sale Plan Company Continues to Receive Inquiries From Potential Investors

mw/relea, Mar 28, 2005 AUSTIN, TX Inc. today announced that Judge Leif M. Clark with the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of

Torch Offshore Receives Bid for Acquisition of Fleet and Will Establish Bidding and Auction Procedures

businesswire, Apr 08, 2005 Torch Offshore Receives Bid for Acquisition of Fleet and Will Establish Bidding and Auction

Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Files For Chapter 11 Reorganization To Address Financial And Operational Challenges

winndixie.com, Mar 18, 2005 Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WIN) announced today that, in order to address the financial and operational challenges that have hampered its performance, the Company

Bankruptcy Overview Offering Protection From Further Action By Creditors Whose Debts Are `Provable In Bankruptcy

itsa.gov, Mar 10, 2005 Bankruptcy Overview Offering Protection From Further Action By Creditors Whose Debts Are `Provable In

I-trax Announces Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results Full Year EBITDA of $3.9 million on Revenue of $99.8 million Record 177 Sites Under Management

business wire, Feb 28, 2005 This release provides financial results for these periods on both an actual and pro forma basis, reflecting the March 19, 2004 merger between I-trax and CHD Meridian

DM Holdings Inc. Issues Notice of Revision for Consolidated Business Results for the Fiscal Year 2004

yahoo prnews, Mar 01, 2005 For the full-year period, the company now forecasts consolidated revenue of JPY91.9 billion, ordinary profit of JPY1.4 billion and net income of JPY1.05 billion,

United States Bankruptcy Courts

uscourts, Mar 02, 2005 Bankruptcy cases cannot be filed in state court. Each of the 94 federal judicial districts handles bankruptcy

Winn Dixie Receives Court Approval Of First Day Motions

yahoo pres, Feb 24, 2005 Court Authorizes Continued Payment Of Employee Wages And Benefits, Payment To Vendors For Post-Petition Goods And Services, And Other Actions To Allow The Company's

Yukos Oil Company Comments on Ruling of U.S. Bankruptcy Court

biz yahoo, Feb 25, 2005 Commenting on the ruling issued today by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Southern District of Texas, Houston Division, YUKOS Oil Company issued the following

Asbestos Settlement Is Final And Non-Appealable, Kbr Exits Bankruptcy

halliburton press release, Feb 21, 2005

Winn-Dixie Files for Bankruptcy

cfo press, Feb 22, 2005 Grocery chain seeks Chapter 11 protection to rework its operations. In other bankruptcy news, Spiegel plans to resurface and reorganize itself around the Eddie Bauer

Tower has high hopes entering bankruptcy

FREE PRESS BUSINESS WRITER, Feb 15, 2005 The chief executive of the latest mammoth auto-parts supplier in metro Detroit to fall into bankruptcy says her firm should be able to avoid the massive layoffs,

Krispy Kreme shares at new low on bankruptcy fears

press release, Feb 17, 2005 Shares of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc. slid more than 14 per cent to an all-time low on Thursday as investors fretted that the once high-flying doughnut chain may be

Starting Over With Bankruptcy

Myrtle Beach online, Jan 30, 2005 Enter

Oglebay Norton Emerges From Chapter 11 Bankruptcies

Oglebay Norton press release, Feb 01, 2005 We set four goals when we began this process: restructure our debt and achieve a sustainable capital structure, create the most value for

PERSONAL BANKRUPTCY FILERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF IDENTIFICATION

Federal Gov Press Release, Jan 26, 2005 Description Of New Debtor

Two Prominate New York Law Firms Merge To Form A Large Bankruptcy Firm

PUEBLO Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 Description Of The Two Law Firms That Merged In New York To Form One Of The Largest Bankruptcy Law Firms In New York

Bankruptcies put on assembly line: Dallas Bankruptcy Attorneys Play An Important Role Within The City

Federal Gov Article, Jan 27, 2005 The number of bankruptcy filings nationwide doubled from 1990 to 2002 and has remained firmly above 1.5 million a year since

Statement of Congressman Dennis Kucinich on Victory in Bankruptcy Court for Cleveland Bankruptcy Attorney On Behalf Of Cleveland Steelworkers

Federal Gov Press Release, Jan 28, 2005 News On Statement of Congressman Dennis Kucinich on Victory in Bankruptcy Court for Cleveland Bankruptcy Attorney On Behalf Of Cleveland

The Honorable Jed Rakoff Approves Settlement of SEC'S Claim for a Civil Penalty Against Worldcom

SEC, Nov 04, 2004 The Securities and Exchange Commission announced today that the United States District Court Judge Jed Rakoff issued an Opinion and Order approving the SEC's settlement

The Decision by Baty Development Group LLC to file for Bankruptcy Dec. 30 was Made to Stop pending Foreclosure Proceedings by US Bank

Nashville Business Journal, Jan 16, 2005 The developer of The Row at 31st condominiums has filed for bankruptcy protection, putting the brakes on its founder's future development

North Carolina Bankruptcy Court Permanatly Bars Telemarketing Firm “National Audit Defense Network” From Selling Tax Scams And Preparing Tax Returns

USDOJ Press Release, Jan 24, 2005 Information About a North Carolina Bankruptcy Court Barring The Telemarketing

Largest Bankruptcy Court In US Selected To Recieve Ninth Circuit Award

Fed Gov Press Release, Jan 24, 2005 The coordinator of the largest bankruptcy court mediation program in the nation has been selected to receive the Ninth Circuit

SEC Charges Scott D. Sullivan, WorldCom’s Former Chief Financial Officer, with Engaging in Multi-Billion Dollar Financial Fraud

SEC, Nov 01, 2004 Sullivan Consents to Anti-Fraud Injunction, Permanent Bar from Serving as an Officer and Director of a Public Company, and Permanent Suspension from Practicing as an

Grassley Introduces Extension Of Chapter 12 Bankruptcy For Farmers

senate, Nov 04, 2004 Grassley Introduces Extension of Chapter 12 Bankruptcy for

Three Indicted For Bankruptcy Fraud, Impeding The Fdic's Operations

FDIC, Nov 01, 2004 The three men were charged with conspiracy, corruptly impeding the functions of the FDIC and bankruptcy

Customers of Enron-related REPs Protected Safeguards Approved for 13,500 non-residential Customers

State of TX, Nov 01, 2004 This action will allow EES customers to keep the existing contract terms with a qualified provider who buys the contracts from EES or to opt out of their contracts with

FTC Announces Settlement With Bankrupt Website, Toysmart.com, Regarding Alleged Privacy Policy Violations

FTC, Nov 01, 2004 Agreement Enforces Privacy Promises, Prohibits Sale of Customer Lists Except Under Very Restricted Circumstances; Company Also Faces First Charge of Violation of the

Senate Passes Schumer Amendment To Bankruptcy Bill To Crack Down On Predatory Loans

Senate, Nov 01, 2004 The US Senate unanimously accepted an amendment to the Bankruptcy Reform Act of

Representative Adam Smith Will Support Bankruptcy Reform

house, Nov 01, 2004 Ninth District Congressman Adam Smith today will vote to overhaul bankruptcy law and require debtors to repay some or all of their debt when they are financially

SEC Files Supplement to Proposed Worldcom Penalty Settlement; Proposal Subject to District and Bankruptcy Court Review and Approval

sec.gov, Nov 01, 2004 The Securities and Exchange Commission today filed documents modifying the proposed settlement of its claim for a civil penalty in its civil action against WorldCom

Personal Bankruptcy Filings Doubled In Last Decade As Consumer Debt Reached Record Levels

ABI, Oct 06, 2004 There was one bankruptcy filed for every 73 U.S. households during calendar year

U.S. Trustee Program Launches Bankruptcy Civil Enforcement Initiative

DOJ, Oct 13, 2004 U.S. Trustee Program Launches Bankruptcy Civil Enforcement

Missing Money

DOJ, Jun 10, 2004 Government agencies are holding over $30

Civil Enforcement Coordinators Appointed For U.S. Trustee Program

DOJ, Oct 06, 2004 Civil Enforcement Coordinators Appointed For U.S. Trustee

Bankruptcy Filings Continue to Increase, Records Broken for Total Filings and Non-Business Filings 2003

Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, May 15, 2003 Bankruptcy Filings Continue to Increase, Records Broken for Total Filings and Non-Business Filings

WorldCom MCI Bondholders Bankruptcy Judge, Reorganization

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The Florida Bankruptcy Reform Act

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Bankruptcy Automatic Stay

When you file for bankruptcy, something called the automatic stay immediately stops any lawsuit filed against you and virtually all actions against your property by a creditor, collection agency or government entity.

Worldcom Bankruptcy News

The federal government and bankruptcy law have not punished WorldCom enough, organized labor and rivals of the bankrupt telecommunications company told Congress on Tuesday.

What Is A Bankruptcy Profile

This Life AdviceSM pamphlet about Bankruptcy was produced by the MetLifeConsumer Education Center and reviewed by the American BankruptcyInstitute and the Executive Office for United States Trustees, U.S.Department of Justice.

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley Press Release on Bankruptcy Reform Acts

This afternoon, the Subcommittee on Administrative Oversight and the Courts will examine provisions of S. 1914, the "Business Bankruptcy Reform Act," which I introduced earlier this year.

Federal Bankruptcy Court

Spiegel Inc., the parent company of Redmond retailer Eddie Bauer, received federal bankruptcy court approval last week to pay more than $26.4 million in bonuses to its top 225 employees.

You Just Want to Stop Harassment by Creditors

If your only concern is that creditors are harassing you, bankruptcy is not necessarily the best way to stop the abuse.

Burger King Bankruptcy & Creditors

Following major management changes within the corporate structure and declining national and local sales, 28 Burger Kings in Kansas and Nebraska have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Negotiating With Your Creditor

If you have some income, or you have assets you're willing to sell, you may be a lot better off negotiating with your creditors than filing for bankruptcy.

Enron Scandel Lawsuit

Enron scandel did not pay $105 million in bonuses on the eve of its bankruptcy to retain workers, as it has claimed, but to let a select few cash in before a court padlocked the till, according to lawyers suing for the return of the money.

What Is Chapter 13 Bankruptcy, And Why Do I Need A Chapter Thirteen Bankruptcy Attorney

An individual with a regular income whose debts do not exceed certain amounts (which are adjusted every three years, and effective 4/1/04 are set at the maximum of $307,675 in unsecured debts and $922,975 in secured debts), are eligible to file a chapter 13.

Federal Bankruptcy Exemptions

Wall Street Firms are Famous for Profiting in Good Times and Bad. Federal Bankruptcy Exemptions : But their efforts to persuade Congress to let them earn fees advising the same companies in bankruptcy that they counseled in better days has met with opposition from their chief regulator, the Securities and Exchange Commission.