- 11 U.S.C.
In re Alletto
Dec
09
2010
Ruling
Debtor and attorney ordered to turn over proceeds of personal injury settlement that was not submitted to bankruptcy court for approval.
Procedural posture
Debtor filed a petition under chapter 7, and a trustee was appointed to administer the debtor's bankruptcy estate. The trustee filed a motion for an order compelling the debtor to turn over money she received from an attorney who settled a personal injury claim, requiring the debtor and the attorney to turn over all documents pertaining to the debtor's claim, and requiring the attorney to disgorge his fees and expenses.
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