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First Brands: Lessons Learned From Denied Confirmation (Video)
Jeffrey Cohen and Brittany M. Clark examine the First Brands Chapter 11 bankruptcy case, focusing on why the court denied confirmation of a proposed joint liquidating plan. The discussion explores critical issues including the plan's dependence on uncertain litigation recoveries, unresolved administrative claims, and the absence of mechanisms to adjust course once confirmation became final.
United States Insolvency
LS
Lowenstein Sandler
Article
You Can’t Un-Ring the Bell (or the Assignment): Bankruptcy Court Dismisses Chapter 11 Cases in Favor of a Pending ABC Proceeding
A bankruptcy court dismissed Chapter 11 cases filed by two law firms ten months after they entered an assignment for the benefit of creditors, finding the bankruptcy filing was made in bad faith to frustrate ongoing recovery efforts. The decision establishes critical precedent on when debtors can pivot from state assignment proceedings to federal bankruptcy and the limits of contractual termination rights once an assignment is underway.
United States Insolvency
AP
Arnold & Porter
Article
Where’s My MOIC? Zero Naught Zero
Independent special committee investigations are gaining prominence in bankruptcy and restructuring as stakeholders demand greater transparency and accountability. Organizations are leveraging AI and data analytics to transform business intelligence into actionable decision intelligence, while navigating complex regulatory landscapes from stablecoin certification to third-party distribution risks.
United States Technology
AC
Ankura Consulting Group LLC
Article
Bowflex Keeps The Weight Of Successor Liability From Landing On The Purchaser
A New Jersey District Court decision demonstrates how carefully drafted sale orders and proper notice procedures in bankruptcy asset sales can effectively shield buyers from legacy product liability claims. The case examines the critical interplay between asset purchase agreements, court-approved sale orders, and constitutional notice requirements in determining whether pre-closing liabilities follow purchased assets or remain with the seller.
United States Insolvency
PR
Proskauer Rose LLP
Article
The Long Litigation Nears An End: Omnicare, CVS, And DOJ Reach A $440 Million Deal
A federal bankruptcy court has approved the disclosure and voting process for Omnicare's Chapter 11 plan, which includes a proposed settlement resolving nearly $1 billion in False Claims Act liability stemming from allegations of dispensing drugs without valid prescriptions. The settlement would see CVS Health Corporation and Omnicare pay at least $440 million to the Department of Justice, marking a significant reduction from the original judgment while highlighting ongoing enforcement priorities in healthc
United States Criminal
AP
Arnold & Porter
Article
Deals In Difficult Markets
In the United States, restructuring and distressed transaction activity continue to be shaped by elevated interest rates, refinancing pressure, persistent inflation, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. Although corporate credit conditions improved somewhat during 2025, many companies remain burdened by debt incurred during the low-rate environment and are facing increasingly complex refinancing challenges as maturities approach.
United States Insolvency
IG
IR Global
Article
Key Signs A Company May Need Professional Help
Companies facing financial distress often miss early warning signs that could mean the difference between recovery and insolvency. From maxed-out credit lines and covenant breaches to deteriorating fundamentals and reporting red flags, recognizing these indicators early allows businesses to engage turnaround advisors who bring critical experience and perspective to navigate challenges before they become crises.
United States Insolvency
GGI Global Alliance
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