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Bankruptcy Developments: (1) Supreme Court Gets Active in Bankruptcy Law, and (2) Chapter 11 Reform is Under Way

Posted on by Neil E. McCullagh in Creditors' Rights, Bankruptcy and Insolvency

This article discusses one of the issues the Supreme Court is considering: whether a debtor can strip a lien off of real estate in a Chapter 7 case.

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Security Interests in Farm Products

Posted on by Timothy G. Moore in Creditors' Rights, Bankruptcy and Insolvency

The article provides a broad overview of some issues facing lenders in perfecting and enforcing security interests in farm products.

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SCC Alert: Businesses Beware

Posted on by Stephen G. Reardon

VA businesses should be aware that forms sent by an entity calling itself "Virginia Council for Corporations" is the subject of an alert from the SCC.

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New Incentives to be Vigilant in Complying with HIPAA

Posted on by Stephen G. Reardon in Healthcare Law for Providers

A recent ruling by the Connecticut Supreme Court provides additional incentives for providers and business associates to comply with HIPAA.

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VA Supreme Court Declares General Contractor Not a Necessary Party to Lien Enforcement Suit

Posted on by William R. Mauck, Jr. in Construction

A new decision from the Supreme Court of Virginia involving mechanic's liens may take some by surprise.

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Claims Deadline Set in Southern Title Receivership

Posted on by Jennifer J. West in Creditors' Rights, Bankruptcy and Insolvency

A deadline of January 28, 2015 has been set for filing claims related to title insurance policies issued by Southern Title Insurance Corporation

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Avoiding Dealer Taint for Real Estate

Posted on in Commercial Real Estate, Tax

Legitimate reasons compel a real estate holder to isolate his properties in separate LLCs.

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