With narrow exceptions, when a bankruptcy petition is filed, an "automatic stay" comes into effect which prevents the commencement or continuation of any litigation or proceeding against the debtor or property of the bankruptcy estate. read more
In our latest Bankruptcy Byte, Andrew Ditlevsen explains the how, why and what if concerning proof of claims and claim litigation read more
In this Bankruptcy Byte, Monique Jewett-Brewster and Jay Ross discuss current activity and realities in bankruptcy cases. read more
Monique Jewett-Brewster explains the process for voting on a Chapter 11 plan and classification of claims and interests for voting. read more
Contractors may have more protection from non-payment than they realize. California Civil Code Sections 8830-8848, known as the Stop Work Notice law, can be an effective tool to help a general contractor respond to an owner's failure to pay for work performed and to limit the contractor's resulting exposure to subcontractor claims. read more