By Amanda Bronstad | January 22, 2024
In a Jan. 10 letter, U.S. Bankruptcy Chief Judge Michael Kaplan of the District of New Jersey asked the Federal Committee on Rules of Practice and Procedure to change a rule that prohibits bankruptcy judges from appointing special masters.
The American Lawyer | Analysis
By Dan Roe | January 10, 2024
Dechert has hiked its rates for a top partner by 20%, while McDermott is charging top partners out at $2,590 hourly, according to recent bankruptcy court filings.
By Jimmy Hoover | January 9, 2024
The Supreme Court's 2022 constitutional decision is in search of a 2024 remedy.
Connecticut Law Tribune | News
By Emily Cousins | December 12, 2023
"There was no ambiguity as to their interpretation of the law," John Sodipo said. "This sets the precedent and gives cases similar a path to follow. They're saying the rule of law has got to be respected."
By Jimmy Hoover | December 4, 2023
High court members note opioid victims' broad support for the deal despite the federal government's objection.
Connecticut Law Tribune | News
By Emily Cousins | October 23, 2023
"The size of the judgment reflects how reprehensible the conduct was," Nicholas Koffroth said, "but is unlikely to represent what is going to be the ultimate recovery."
By Ellen Bardash | October 4, 2023
U.S. District Court Judge Richard G. Andrews said that a SCOTUS case involving Purdue Pharma could impact some releases, a stay would impose uncertainty and damage to many claimants.
Connecticut Law Tribune | News
By Emily Cousins | July 19, 2023
"It's giving debtors the ability to basically protect their homes," Jenna N. Sternberg said. "This long-awaited, increased homestead protection will allow a safe haven for many Connecticut residents looking for the fresh start that bankruptcy is meant to provide."
National Law Journal | Commentary
By Alan B. Morrison | June 5, 2023
Second Circuit ruling in the Purdue Pharmacy bankruptcy appeal raises the basic question of whether such releases are permitted at all, taking into account the court's conclusion that some limits are essential, although not found anywhere in the Bankruptcy Code.
By Jane Wester | May 30, 2023
"Five and a half billion dollars—purportedly the largest contribution in history for such releases—is a significant sum," U.S. Circuit Judge Eunice Lee wrote.
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