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Chronister, In re--Homen v. Thomas

Ruling
Summary judgment denied where facts did not clearly establish that alleged fraudulent transfers were intended as a gift to the debtor. (Bankr. E.D. Okla.)
Issue(s)
Fraudulent Transfers and Obligations.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on January 22, 2025 , LexisNexis #0325-093

Van Horn, In re--Oklahoma Heritage Bank v. Van Horn

Ruling
Plaintiff's complaint contained sufficient factual allegations to support nondischargeability of debts. (Bankr. E.D. Okla.)
Issue(s)
Exceptions to Discharge; Types of Debt Excepted.

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Commercial opinion summary, case decided on January 22, 2025 , LexisNexis #0325-083

Swarthmore Grp., Inc., In re--Dershaw v. Nevels

Ruling
Court found that the complaint adequately pleaded debtor's breach of fiduciary duties by approving allegedly inflated share purchase agreement. (Bankr. E.D. Pa.)
Issue(s)
Preferences.

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Commercial opinion summary, case decided on January 15, 2025 , LexisNexis #0325-090

Stream TV Networks, Inc., In re

Ruling
Chapter 11 trustee determined that a sale of the debtors' assets was in the best interests of creditors given the debtors' circumstances. (Bankr. E.D. Pa.)
Issue(s)
Use, Sale, or Lease of Property.

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Commercial opinion summary, case decided on January 08, 2025 , LexisNexis #0325-033

Simon, In re

Ruling
Court dismissed debtor's Chapter 7 case for substantial abuse, finding sufficient disposable income to repay debts after reducing excessive expenses, and bad faith due to serial filings and noncompliance with prior plans. (Bankr. M.D. Pa.)
Issue(s)
Dismissal of a Case or Conversion to a Case Under Chapter 11 or 13; Substantial Abuse; Considerations When Presumption Does Not Apply; Totality of Circumstances.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on January 03, 2025 , LexisNexis #0325-044

Denton, In re--Denton v. United States, IRS

Ruling
Sovereign immunity for claims against governmental units regarding violations of the automatic stay waived. (Bankr. E.D. Okla.)
Issue(s)
Waiver of Sovereign Immunity; Abrogation.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on December 30, 2024 , LexisNexis #0325-027

Majestic Hills, LLC, In re--Fuchs v. Westfields Ins. Co.

Ruling
Debtor's motion to approve settlement was granted as it fell within the range of reasonableness due to substantial obstacles to litigating, including the need to modify existing state. (Bankr. W.D. Pa.)
Issue(s)
Compromise and Arbitration.

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Commercial opinion summary, case decided on December 26, 2024 , LexisNexis #0325-050

Black Diamond Energy of Del., Inc., In re--Black Diamond Energy of Del., Inc. v. Wyo. Oil & Gas Conservation Comm’n

Ruling
Fine for debtor oil and gas well operator’s failure to comply with reporting and payment operations was liquidated damages for a past wrong and not excepted from the automatic stay. (Bankr. W.D. Pa.)
Issue(s)
Automatic Stay; Exceptions; Governmental Unit's Enforcement of Police or Regulatory Power.

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Commercial opinion summary, case decided on November 27, 2024 , LexisNexis #0225-003

Guardian Elder Care at Johnstown, LLC, In re--Erie Acquisition, LLC v. Guardian Elder Care at Jonestown, LLC

Ruling
Motion for immediate payment of postpetition rent denied given the residential nature of the debtor’s skilled nursing and personal care facilities. (Bankr. W.D. Pa.)
Issue(s)
Executory Contracts and Unexpired Leases; Time for Assumption or Rejection; Trustee to Perform Debtor's Obligations Until Assumption or Rejection.

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Commercial opinion summary, case decided on November 14, 2024 , LexisNexis #0225-006

Barrett, In re

Ruling
Debtor's case transferred to district where he admitted to living for at least 180 days prior to petition date. (Bankr. E.D. Okla.)
Issue(s)
Venue of Cases Under Title 11.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on November 04, 2024 , LexisNexis #0125-072