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Recent Decision on Derivative Standing by a Creditors’ Committee to Challenge a Lender’s Liens

PBWT

In many chapter 11 cases, creditors’ committees can play a vital role in maximizing the recoveries of unsecured creditors. But the powers of creditors’ committees are circumscribed by both the Bankruptcy Code and case law. ’" Id. at *4 (citing In re Baltimore , 432 F.3d 3d 96, 100 (2d Cir.

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How Businesses Use Corporate Debt Restructuring for Liquidity

Debt RR

Some major retailers filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2019, including Beauty Brands, Innovative Mattress Solutions, Things Remembered, Z Gallerie, Kona Grill, Perkins & Marie Callender’s, Sugarfina, Forever 21, and Barneys New York. Secured Creditors. Unsecured Creditors. Noteholders. Management.