February 26, 2024
The Fifth Circuit used Section 363(m) to avoid ruling on equitable mootness following consummation of a chapter 11 plan.
June 12, 2020
Court cannot impose a nonstatutory provision on a chapter 13 ‘full payment’ plan that restricts the debtor’s right to modify a confirmed plan.
October 25, 2019
Fifth Circuit bars nationwide class actions to enforce the discharge injunction. However, the appeals court ruled that private student loans are dischargeable.
January 30, 2018
In the Fifth Circuit, chapter 7 trustees lock in higher compensation.
February 16, 2017
Community property homestead rights are lost if only one spouse files bankruptcy.