ABI Blog Exchange

2016-02-23
Simply put, compassionate allowances are expedited decisions on applications for SSA disability benefits.

Read More from: Bonds & Botes, P.C.

2016-02-23
It is time for institutions to act independently of the Federal Reserve and raise their loan interest rates to improve returns.

Read More from: BankThink

2016-02-23
The use of third-party releases in Chapter 11 has become more permissible in recent years, and, because it is such a potent tool, the exact contours and limits of these releases have been hotly debated.

Read More from: Plan Proponent

2016-02-22
The past several years have not been kind to commodities exploration companies.  The price of gold dropped to $1,051/oz.

Read More from: Squire Patton Boggs

2016-02-22
It’s been a rough couple of weeks for the rap / hip hop community.

Read More from: Bonds & Botes, P.C.

2016-02-22
For all the technology banks have to help them deliver personalized service, the overall customer experience remains a challenge.

Read More from: BankThink

2016-02-22
Jonathan Levine has joined Morrison & Foerster as a partner with the business restructuring and insolvency group.

Read More from: WSJ.com: Bankruptcy Beat

2016-02-22
Addressing latent claims in bankruptcy cases has always been a challenge, and debtors are often left with uncertainty as to whether such claims have been discharged.  Although the legal standard for what constitutes a “claim” under the Bankruptcy Cod
2016-02-22
With the stakes so high for compliance officers, their rights and responsibilities should be clearly defined, including a safe harbor for those who play by the rules.

Read More from: BankThink

2016-02-22
Potential clients often wonder if they have to file with their spouse or if they can file on their own.  The short answer is that you can file on your own, but the court will still want to

Read More from: Bonds & Botes, P.C.

2016-02-22
Industry pundits have been predicting the demise of the branch since the dawn of online account access 20 years ago, but digital services haven't replaced branches. They have just increased the contact banks have with their customers.

Read More from: BankThink

2016-02-22
Louisiana Wood Pellets Inc. and German Pellets Louisiana LLC, the U.S.

Read More from: WSJ.com: Bankruptcy Beat

2016-02-21
With the Academy Awards just a week away, one Texas judge has demonstrated his love of film in an opinion chock full of movie references.    The opinion is also a helpful guide to recovery of attorneys' fees under 11 U.S.C. Sec.