Category Archives: Bankruptcy Courts

There Are Consequences In Failing To Compromise In Bankruptcy

Make no mistake about it.  If you have a disputed claim hanging over your head, sometimes bankruptcy can put you in the driver’s seat.  If you are not the debtor and a defendant in some action filed in bankruptcy, maybe you should think twice about not compromising or settling your case.  Litigation is unpredictable.  Just […]

Where Are Bankruptcy Cases Filed?

There are 94 federal judicial districts in this America, and in almost all districts, bankruptcy cases are filed in the bankruptcy court. Almost all districts of separately appointed federal judges that just handle bankruptcy filing and related matters. Bankruptcy cases cannot be filed in state court. Why are there separate […]