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Great Debates

Resolved: A “workaround” contract provision is enforceable after Baker Botts v. ASARCO. Resolved: If a mortgage includes a security interest in a mortgage escrow account, the mortgage loan can be modified under § 1322. Resolved: Section 1129(a) requires an impaired accepting class for each debtor.
59 minutes 37 seconds

Great Debates

Consumer Debate Resolved: An out-of-statute proof of claim violates the FDCPA. Business Debate Resolved: Assets can be sold free and clear of liens in state court receiverships. Judges Debate Resolved: Third-party releases should not be allowed in chapter 11 plans.
1 hour 12 minutes 38 seconds

A Comparison of Individual Chapter 11s to Chapter 13: There Is a Decided Difference

While they share many similarities, individual chapter 11 cases are markedly different from chapter 13 cases. This session will highlight the differences between these two types of cases and the potential pitfalls that exist for the uninformed practitioner.