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The Wall Street Journal has reported that recent bankruptcies nationwide in the Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) segment of the long-term care marketplace have resulted in residents losing their buy-in deposit....more
On February 19, 2020, Congress enacted the Small Business Reorganization Act (“SBRA”) to, among other things, streamline the chapter 11 bankruptcy process for a small business by creating subchapter V of the Bankruptcy Code....more
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U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Craig A. Gargotta rejected a debtor’s attempt to use “CARES Act” funds, which it did not actually qualify for, to pay creditors in its chapter 11 case. BR Healthcare Solutions (the “Debtor”)...more
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As we enter year two of the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of new Chapter 11 cases being commenced has slowed to a trickle. But the cycle will turn again. There are always companies that lose a major customer, fail to adapt to...more
The beginning of 2021 saw a decline in business bankruptcy filings, in contrast to the coronavirus-related surge in filings witnessed in 2020. Will this trend continue? Or will bankruptcy filings pick up as more businesses...more
Bankruptcy courts have had an increase in activity since the COVID-19 pandemic struck, especially for small businesses facing financial challenges. The Small Business Reorganization Act (SBRA), which was passed in August 2019...more
On March 2, 2021, stationery and gift retailer Paper Source filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy, stating in court filings that effects of the COVID-19 pandemic damaged its finances and operations. Paper Source stated that in...more
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Top 10 Questions About Subchapter V Reorganization - Reorganization under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code offers powers and benefits that are simply not available in out-of-court restructurings. Chapter 11...more
On March 27, 2021, President Biden signed the “COVID-19 Bankruptcy Relief Extension Act of 2021” to extend the expiration dates of certain bankruptcy provisions of the CARES Act to March 27, 2022. The original version of the...more
Congress passed new, temporary bankruptcy relief measures late last year that impact certain commercial landlords and tenants. Among other things, the new legislation, which was signed into law on Dec. 27, 2020: 1) extends...more
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On February 25, 2021, Senators Durbin and Grassley introduced bipartisan legislation to extend the expiration dates of certain bankruptcy provisions of the CARES Act and the Consolidated Appropriations Act to March 27, 2022. ...more
Commercial chapter 11 filings in the US increased significantly in 2020, but government stimulus measures and widespread availability of fresh capital resulted in fewer corporate restructurings than many anticipated—that...more
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused massive disruption across the globe, resulting in a significant uptick in U.S. restructuring activity. According to AACER, a database of U.S. bankruptcy statistics, an estimated 7,128 business...more
On December 27, 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 became law. In addition to funding the government and providing coronavirus relief, the Act contains several intriguing amendments to the Bankruptcy Code. The...more
With the COVID-19 pandemic stretching on into another year, businesses continue to experience adverse effects. Bankruptcy filings, especially among retailers, were higher than average in 2020, and it is likely that more...more
In the best of times, a chapter 11 reorganization is an uncertain and stressful process for all involved. When the disruptive effects of COVID-19 are added to the mix, and many businesses face significant economic...more
For a limited time only, the “Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021” (CAA) signed into law on December 27, 2020 amends Bankruptcy Code Section 547 to shield certain deferred supplier and rent payments from avoidance as...more
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The turbulent COVID-19 economy has put a spotlight on the complex and often delicate insolvency process on both sides of the border. Listen to partners Linc Rogers, Kelly Bourassa and Sébastien Guy on our latest podcast as...more
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