Rule 9019: Compromise and Arbitration

Rule 2004 Examination in Bankruptcy

To Seal or Not To Seal: Access To Commercially Sensitive Information In Bankruptcy Proceedings

The Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act of 1930 (“PACA”), as amended, 7 U.S.C. §§ 499(a)et seq. provides federal statutory protection to certain qualifying sellers of perishable agricultural products. Congress amended PACA in 1984 to establish a statutory trust for the benefit of all unpaid suppliers or sellers of perishable agricultural commodities or products.  PACA defines perishable agricultural commodities as “fresh fruit and fresh vegetables of every kind and character,” whether or not frozen or packed in ice, and cherries in brine. 7 USC § 499(b).

KRS Summary on Fraudulent Transfers

A fraudulent transfer (fraudulent conveyance) is an attempt to avoid debt by transferring money to another person or company. It is often an issue in debtor/creditor relations, particularly in bankruptcy when referring to insolvent debtors.

Retention of Counsel in Chapter 11 Proceedings