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March 22, 2016

Court in the Ninth Circuit takes more flexible approach to revoking confirmation.
Some justices ask why Puerto Rico can’t legislate to keep the lights on.

March 21, 2016

Dissenter would have used a $1 case to rule on an issue of first impression.
Exemptions are not always fixed on the date of filing.

March 18, 2016

Willfulness is not required by the FDCPA when pleading an automatic stay violation.
No debt, and thus no preference, arises until after the midnight deadline.

March 17, 2016

The right paper trail helps avoid liability for profiting from a Ponzi scheme.
Abuse of discretion automatically results if a judgment harms a defrauded creditor.

March 16, 2016

Chicago judge splits with Collier and Ninth Circuit BAP on wages following conversion.
Ability to pay is one factor in imposing sanctions for misconduct.