ABI-Live: Labor Issues in Coal Cases

This program explores various labor-related issues arising in large chapter 11 cases, specifically as they related to proceedings involving coal producers. Panelists will focus on topics such as workforce implications of bankruptcy, rejection of collective bargaining agreements, payment of benefits to retirees, the Coal Act, the Black Lung Act, and the role of the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation. The discussion will offer perspectives from recent coal cases and practical suggestions for analyzing labor-related questions in the current chapter 11 environment. If you require CLE credit please contact ABI at (703) 739-0800