On September 18, 2020, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1885 ("AB 1885"), which significantly increases the creditor homestead exemption for personal residences in California. read more

With narrow exceptions, when a bankruptcy petition is filed, an "automatic stay" comes into effect which prevents the commencement or continuation of any litigation or proceeding against the debtor or property of the bankruptcy estate. read more

In this Bankruptcy Byte, Monique Jewett-Brewster and Jay Ross discuss current activity and realities in bankruptcy cases. read more

Monique Jewett-Brewster explains the process for voting on a Chapter 11 plan and classification of claims and interests for voting. read more

Steve Kottmeier explains several ways in which creditors actually may want/be helped by a bankruptcy filing. read more