Administrative Expense Claims

An Allowance of Compensation Is Not a Money Judgment, Judge Teel Holds

Decision shows why fee awards are difficult to collect after dismissal.

Goods Delivered Directly to a Debtor’s Customers Never Qualify for 503(b)(9)

Judge Shannon writes an important decision for the era of ecommerce.

Receipt under Section 503(b)(9) Occurs on Physical Possession, Third Circuit Holds

Third Circuit aids suppliers because ‘receipt’ can occur after ‘delivery.’
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Cryptic Disclosure of Fee Sharing Is Inadequate, Judge Houser Holds

Terms of fee sharing must be disclosed in the retention application, not just in an exhibit.

Is a Successor Trustee Shortchanged in Apportioning Commissions?

Judges exercise considerable discretion in apportioning commissions among two trustees.

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