Category Archives: Chapter 11
The Importance of Business Valuations in Chapter 11 Bankruptcies
When a business seeks debt reorganization under Chapter 11, assessments must be made of the assets, debts, claims and general worth of the company. These valuations are difficult in normal times. The recession caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has added greater complexity. With the upheaval in financial markets, it is all the more critical to […]
Using Cramdowns to Advantage in Subchapter V Bankruptcy
Subchapter V is a simplified form of Chapter 11 bankruptcy that was created to make the reorganization process more accessible to small businesses. One advantage of Subchapter V is the reduction of a company’s debts through use of a procedure known as a cramdown. Subchapter V bankruptcy has become especially important during the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Chapter 11 Relief Is Well-Suited to Times of Economic Crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic has been financially devastating to individuals and businesses alike. The purpose of Chapter 11 bankruptcy is to give companies in financial crisis the ability to continue operating while restructuring their debt payments over time. In short, it gives a business the pause it needs to catch its breath and start working to […]
Should Small Business Owners Choose Chapter 11 or 13 Bankruptcy?
In California, many small businesses are facing increased financial difficulties due to tough economic conditions. For companies facing decreasing profits and large amounts of debt, bankruptcy might be the only option. Under current bankruptcy laws, there are two options for debtors who wish to remain in business — restructuring debt in Chapter 11 or building […]
In Bankruptcy, GT Advanced Attempts to Expose Apple’s Disclosure Requirements
GT Advanced Technologies, the company that was to supply Apple with scratch-resistant sapphire, is attempting to expose some of the details of its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. Originally, the company wanted to seal certain documents or file them in redacted forms. The information GT Advanced now seeks to release would allegedly describe the partnership with […]
