Companies across various industries are facing a potentially precarious future due to mounting litigation linked to the use and proliferation of ‘forever chemicals’. Lurking risks to their bottom lines from these lawsuits could be significant, with predicted liabilities stretching into the trillions of dollars. The industry’s concern centers around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known…
Facing financial adversity, pharmacy chain Rite Aid has recently notified the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of its consideration to file for bankruptcy. As of the past Sunday, the company has proceeded to officially file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, marking a significant development in the corporate legal sphere. This information was released to…
The Boy Scouts of America’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy case, spanning for over three and a half years, has come to a resolution. A Delaware bankruptcy judge has sealed the verdict with a final approval of $224 million in professional fees and expenses. This substantial amount includes a hefty sum of $71 million directed towards the…
Following a significant $18.8 million talc verdict this year in a lawsuit against Johnson & Johnson, asbestos attorney Clay Thompson is preparing to seek a trial against multinational manufacturer Georgia-Pacific. Thompson is a lawyer from the New York-based firm Maune Raichle Hartley French & Mudd and is representing Richard Dale in this suit. Dale, a…
As autumn rolls in, the United States Supreme Court, often abbreviated to “SCOTUS”, begins its new term with a significant issue on its docket. The point of contention revolves around the permissibility of non-consensual third-party releases within plans of reorganization, an issue which will undoubtedly influence both chapter 11 law and the wider mass tort…
Rite Aid, a well-known retail pharmacy chain, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in New Jersey recently, according to their official communication. To recuperate and survive in this competitive retail pharmacy landscape, a transformation in Rite Aid’s business model is necessary. Specifically, it may need to emulate successful strategies employed by its competitors, such as…
In a remarkable turn of events in the pharmaceutical industry, lawyers representing Rite Aid, the Pennsylvania-based pharmacy titan currently under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, have instituted legal actions against its drug supplier, McKesson Corp. The proceedings seek to enforce continued provision of medicine to Rite Aid’s extensive network of 2,100 stores scattered across 17 states….
Attorneys from Paul Hastings LLP have submitted a request for additional fees and costs of nearly $3.9 million for their supervision of the Chapter 11 bankruptcy process for Ho Wan Kwok over the summer months. This comes on the back of a substantial $12 million fee request made formerly, with the firm affirming that it…
As first reported by Bloomberg Law, Michael Caruso, a noted name in the field of bankruptcy and creditors’ rights, has recently joined Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney. He will be a part of the bankruptcy and creditors’ rights practice group as a shareholder at their New Jersey office. Before joining Buchanan, Caruso has showcased his proficiency…
Rite Aid Corporation, one of America’s largest pharmacy chains, has taken steps to address its considerable financial challenges by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. As reported in JD Supra, the filing was made in the District of New Jersey bankruptcy court on October 15, 2023. The New York Times has attributed the company’s declining…
In a significant development in United States bankruptcy legislature, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California made the decision to reject a motion designed to put an end to the Chapter 11 Bankruptcy case for The Hacienda Company, LLC. What makes this case particularly noteworthy is the fact that the company has…
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge David R. Jones, presiding in the Southern District of Texas, announced on Friday, October 13, 2023, that he will abstain from hearing any complex Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, for the time being. This decision came to light amidst an ongoing probe into allegations concerning Jones’ purported romantic relationship with a lawyer who…
Legal software company iDocket.com, a provider of government case management and court record search services, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in a Texas federal court. The filing reveals a minimum of $10 million in debt, encompassing a $5 million disputed claim made by Florida-based software business IncluIT. Though primarily recognized for its role in…
The issue of bankruptcy has become a legal hotspot as prominent organizations, such as the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU), have filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. As per recent reports, this move is taken to stave off the continuous litigation with the Oregon affiliate of the International Container Terminal Services Inc (ICTSI). Public…
On June 6, 2023, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas confirmed the chapter 11 bankruptcy plan for bedding manufacturer Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC, and its affiliates, collectively known as “Serta”. The court’s decision is noteworthy as it not only approved but defended a controversial “uptier,” or “position enhancement,” transaction that transpired…
AGG’s Restructuring Roundup newsletter for September 2023 provides a comprehensive digest of key updates on legal matters impacting commercial litigation and bankruptcy. This monthly compilation features both published articles and news, along with original input from AGG’s acclaimed team of Bankruptcy, Creditors’ Rights, & Financial Restructuring attorneys (Arnall Golden Gregory LLP). The newsletter presents a…
Trade creditors and landlords working with Rite Aid, the third-largest U.S. drugstore chain, are bracing for a potential Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. Both NBC News and The Wall Street Journal have reported on the impending decision, which would significantly impact Rite Aid’s nationwide presence. As it stands, the filing could result in the shuttering of…
In a significant development in the legal profession, John Roesser, a former partner at multiple Biglaw firms, recently pleaded guilty to the charge of making false statements and submitting faked records during his bankruptcy proceedings. Roesser was a partner at five major firms between 2010 and 2018, making stops at Seyfarth Shaw, Winston & Strawn,…
In an ongoing story on one of the latest bankruptcy law issues, the US Supreme Court will address the contentious subject of non-consensual third-party releases in bankruptcy cases, according to the information from JD Supra. Earlier this year, the Southern District of New York, referred to as the District Court, nullified the confirmation given by…
In an noteworthy ruling on August 24, 2023, The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit upheld a decision from the District Court concluding that syndicated loans are not to be regarded as securities. This decision was part of a securities fraud case sparked by a Chapter 11 bankruptcy trustee, who sought to…
Following a series of postponements, Celsius Network, LLC alongside some of its affiliates serving as debtors and debtors in possession, popularly referred to as the “Debtors” or “Company” or “Celsius”, filed a disclosure statement on June 27th. The disclosure is primarily intended to inform creditors and additional interested parties with regard to the intended ‘Joint…
In a tense battle of financial and legal proportions, the last of the partners at the once flourishing Virginia-based law firm, LeClairRyan, are facing an opaque tax threat. A mere four years ago, the then top executive was extolling tax benefits tied to an audacious plan, designed to reduce a mounting debt, ensure key lawyers…
Acclaimed ATM maker Diebold Nixdorf, which is currently navigating bankruptcy proceedings, recently announced that its chief legal officer, Jonathan Leiken, is stepping down as the company prepares to emerge from bankruptcy protection later this month. This development comes amidst a pivotal period for Diebold Nixdorf, a company renowned for their technological solutions in the banking…