March 19, 2020 | Connecticut Law Tribune
When Bankruptcy Can Save a Property From Foreclosure, Timing is EverythingThe point at which bankruptcy relief must be sought in the event of foreclosure can depend upon applicable state law, and the analysis can be tricky.
By Irve J. Goldman
11 minute read
March 11, 2013 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Bankruptcy Court Rejects Forum-Shopping PloyIt has become a reality of bankruptcy practice that most large or complex Chapter 11 cases are filed and administered in one of two so-called "magnet districts" — Delaware or the Southern District of New York (Manhattan) — irrespective of the location of the debtor's principal place of business, principal assets, creditors or employees.
By IRVE J. GOLDMAN
5 minute read
February 22, 2002 | Connecticut Law Tribune
Notice Period Set By Bankruptcy CodeWhat is the legal effect of a debtor`s failure to give a creditor notice of the bar date for filing claims in the debtor`s bankruptcy case? Unfortunately, the answer to the question is, it depends. More specifically, it depends on the chapter of the Bankruptcy Code under which the debtor is proceeding, whether the creditor who was not given formal notification of relevant filing deadlines had actual knowledge of the bankruptcy at a certain time, and the type of claim held by the creditor.
By Irve J. Goldman
4 minute read