Ninth Circuit: Bankruptcy Petition Without Corporate Authority Not Jurisdictional

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a bankruptcy petition filed without proper corporate authority is not a jurisdictional defect. This decision clarifies the requirements for filing bankruptcy and impacts how courts handle such cases. The ruling addresses appeals related to bankruptcy proceedings involving Parks Diversified, L.P.

Ninth Circuit: Bankruptcy Court Jurisdiction Upheld Despite Lack of Corporate Authority

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld bankruptcy court jurisdiction in a case involving Parks Diversified, L.P., despite questions regarding corporate authority. The ruling clarifies jurisdictional boundaries in complex bankruptcy proceedings.

Parks Diversified, L.P. v. Forsythe - Bankruptcy Jurisdiction Appeal

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in the bankruptcy case of In re: Parks Diversified, L.P. v. Forsythe. The appeal concerns issues of bankruptcy jurisdiction, corporate authority, and judicial efficiency. The court's decision addresses the scope of bankruptcy court powers and the procedural handling of complex corporate bankruptcies.

Ninth Circuit: Bankruptcy Court Retains Jurisdiction Despite Unauthorized Petition

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that a bankruptcy court retained jurisdiction over a case despite the filing of an unauthorized petition. This decision clarifies jurisdictional boundaries in bankruptcy proceedings involving complex corporate structures and multiple related entities.

Ninth Circuit Opinion: Bankruptcy Jurisdiction and Corporate Authority

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion regarding subject-matter jurisdiction and corporate authority in a bankruptcy case involving Parks Diversified, L.P. The court addressed multiple appeals related to the dismissal of certain claims and the scope of corporate authority in bankruptcy proceedings.

Pinilla Perez v. Bondi - Noncitizen Removal Proceedings Deadline

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals granted a petition challenging the Board of Immigration Appeals' denial of a motion to reopen removal proceedings. The court found the BIA provided insufficient reasons for denying equitable tolling of the 90-day deadline for filing such motions.

US v. Cardenas - Court of Appeals Opinion

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the conviction of Jey James Roldan Cardenas for conspiracy to import cocaine. The court found that the district court erred in excluding evidence relevant to Cardenas's state of mind, potentially impacting his defense.

Lanesborough 2000 LLC v. Nextres LLC - Court Opinion

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals decided Lanesborough 2000 LLC v. Nextres LLC, affirming in part and vacating in part a district court's judgment on an arbitration award. The court found the contractual waiver of the right to appeal ambiguous and remanded the case for further proceedings regarding an injunction of a state-court action.

Broadcast Music v. North American Concert Promoters - Antitrust Licensing Fees

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court's decision regarding music licensing fees set by Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) for the North American Concert Promoters Association (NACPA). The court found the district court imposed unreasonable rates and an expanded definition of gross revenues, remanding the case for further proceedings.

Care One LLC v. NLRB - Court Opinion on Unfair Labor Practice Proceedings

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's denial of a preliminary injunction sought by Care One LLC and its affiliates. The healthcare facilities sought to halt NLRB proceedings, arguing the ALJ was unlawfully appointed and protected from removal. The court found the plaintiffs could not demonstrate irreparable harm.