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Martin, In re--Asbach v. Kealy

Ruling
Attorneys and petition preparers were penalized for nationwide scheme to file bare bones petitions for vulnerable homeowners for financial gain. (Bankr. W.D. La.)
Issue(s)
Penalty for Persons Who Negligently or Fraudulently Prepare Bankruptcy Petitions.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on August 28, 2025 , LexisNexis #1125-026

Lakeland Planting Co., In re

Ruling
Sanctions were warranted where holder of title for a vehicle failed to comply with a turnoverorder and provide the title to the Chapter 12 trustee. (Bankr. W.D. La.)
Issue(s)
Power of Court.

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Commercial opinion summary, case decided on April 02, 2024 , LexisNexis #0624-002

Gafford, In re

Ruling
Counsel was to receive compensation for fees associated with representing the debtor in a workers compensation proceeding as the contract allowed for counsel to recover 20 percent of the benefits. (Bankr. W.D. La.)
Issue(s)
Debtor’s Transactions with Attorneys.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on June 25, 2020 , LexisNexis #0820-028

Beauboeuf, In re

Ruling
Motion to prepay plan payments was granted as the motion made no changes to the plan andtherefore was not a modification. (Bankr. W.D. La.)
Issue(s)
Modification of Plan After Confirmation.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on March 10, 2020 , LexisNexis #0420-072