28 U.S.C. § 157
Procedures for bankruptcy cases and proceedings: the cases that interpreted this section
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Determining core status
Section 157 treats an action against a trustee for conduct within the trustee’s statutory duties in administering the estate as a core proceeding.
In re McKenzie · filed 2013-08-08(b)(2)
Although the referral at issue in In re Heinsohn was a criminal referral, the general principle that an action brought against a Trustee acting pursuant to his statutory duties is a “core” matter is just as applicable in the instant case.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) treats a motion for stay pending appeal as a core proceeding on which a referred bankruptcy judge may enter final judgment.
In re Quade · filed 2013-08-08(b)(2)(A)
A motion for stay pending appeal arises ... under 28 U.S.C. § 157 and is specified as a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a trustee’s avoidance proceeding as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Willson v. McPhersons Partnership (In re Central Louisiana Grain Cooperative, Inc.) · filed 2013-08-08(b)(2)
The court finds that this is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) classifies this dischargeability proceeding as core and authorizes the bankruptcy court to decide the plaintiff’s summary judgment motion.
Floyd v. Hill (In re Hill) · filed 2013-08-12(b)(2)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A), (I) and (0). This court is thus authorized to hear and determine the plaintiff’s summary judgment motion.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(F) and (H) classifies preference and fraudulent transfer proceedings as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Garcia v. Garcia (In re Garcia) · filed 2013-08-08(b)(2)(F) and (H)
This matter is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(F) and (H).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(H) treats fraudulent-transfer adversary proceedings as core proceedings.
Wells v. Salmo (In re Select One, Inc.) · filed 2013-08-13(b)(2)(H)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(H), over which the Court has jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 1334(a) and 157(a).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a preference avoidance proceeding as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court can enter a final order.
Lain v. Universal Drywall LLC (In re Erickson Retirement Communities, LLC) · filed 2013-08-16(b)(2)
This is a “core” proceeding in which the bankruptcy court can render final orders, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B), (F), and (O).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 classifies proceedings to determine dischargeability of debts as core bankruptcy proceedings.
First National Bank v. Simerlein (In re Simerlein) · filed 2013-08-26(b)(2)
This is a core proceeding. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(D (2006).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(1) treats an objection to the allowance of a creditor’s claim as a core proceeding that a bankruptcy judge may decide.
Schmid v. Bank of America, N.A. · filed 2013-08-27(b)(1)
With respect to plaintiffs objection to defendant Bank of America’s claim, that is obviously a core proceeding because determining the validity of a creditor’s claim is one of the primary and necessary functions of a bankruptcy court.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(L) treats plan confirmation as a core bankruptcy proceeding; a dispute over modifying a confirmed plan can also be core.
In re Niday · filed 2013-08-27(b)(2)(L)
Matters involving confirmation of plans are explicitly included in the nonexclusive list of “core” bankruptcy proceedings by virtue of 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(L). The issue before the Court, which deals with the modification of a confirmed plan, certainly appears to be a “core” proceeding by virtue not only of subsection (b)(2)(L) but also pursuant to subsection (b)(2)(0) (“other proceedings affecting ... the adjustment of the debtor-creditor ... relationship”).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a dispute over a creditor’s secured claim as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
In re Tires N Tracks, Inc. · filed 2013-08-27(b)(2)(A), (B), and (O)
It is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A), (B), and (0).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 permits a bankruptcy court to enter final judgment in a core proceeding to determine the dischargeability of debt.
McGraw v. Collier (In re Collier) · filed 2013-09-03
This matter is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(1), and the Court has jurisdiction to enter a final judgment in the case.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a dispute over whether a bankruptcy petition was validly filed as a core proceeding that the bankruptcy court may adjudicate, even when state law is involved.
Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors v. Virginia Broadband, LLC (In re Virginia Broadband, LLC) · filed 2013-09-09(b)(2)
The issue of whether a petition was validly filed with this Court is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2). Although issues of state law are involved, the Court has the authority to adjudicate this matter as the issue before the Court stems from the bankruptcy itself.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) makes a proceeding to determine dischargeability a core proceeding that a bankruptcy court may hear and finally adjudicate.
Bank of Commerce & Trust Co. v. Schupbach (In re Schupbach) · filed 2013-09-10(b)(2)(I)
Furthermore, this Court may hear and finally adjudicate this matter because it is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) treats a proceeding over whether property is subject to a trust as a core proceeding when it affects administration of the bankruptcy estate.
Anchor Mechanical Inc. v. Steege (In re ICM, Inc.) · filed 2013-09-11(b)(2)(A)
The question to be determined in this proceeding — whether property of the debtor is subject to a trust — affects the nature and extent of property of the debtor’s bankruptcy estate, and so is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A), in that it affects the administration of the estate.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(E) treats an action to turn over property of the bankruptcy estate as a core proceeding.
Olsen v. Reuter (In re Reuter) · filed 2013-09-12(b)(2)(E)
As discussed above, it is clear that a turnover action under § 542 may be used to effectuate the turnover of property of the estate and is a cause of action as a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(E).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) classifies proceedings within its listed categories as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Scharrer v. Fundamental Long Term Care Holdings, LLC (In re Fundamental Long Term Care, Inc.) · filed 2013-09-12(b)(2)(A) & (0)
This is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) & (0).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats approval of a settlement resolving claims against the debtor as a core proceeding when it facilitates estate administration and affects liquidation of estate assets.
In re Residential Capital, LLC · filed 2013-09-13(b)(2)
Moreover, section 157 sets out a non-exhaustive list of core bankruptcy proceedings, including (i) matters concerning the administration of the estate; (ii) allowance or disal-lowance of claims against the estate and (iii) other proceedings affecting the liquidation of assets of the estate. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A),(B), and (O). Resolution of the FGIC Claims and the FGIC Trustee Claims against the Debtors clearly facilitates the administration of the estates and affects the liquidation of the assets of the estate.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats proceedings to determine the dischargeability of particular debts as core proceedings before a bankruptcy judge.
Kelly v. J.A.W. Land & Trading LLC · filed 2013-09-17(b)(2)(I)
Because the adjudication as to the dischargeability of particular debts qualifies as a core proceeding, 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I), all of the Kellys’ claims (arising under title 11) should have been brought before the bankruptcy judge handling their bankruptcy.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) classifies custodian-charge matters and claim allowance as core proceedings in which the bankruptcy court may enter final judgment.
In re R. Brown & Sons, Inc. · filed 2013-09-18(b)(2)
This Court declares these contested matters, relating to treatment of custodian charges under § 543 and allowance of the storage companies’ claims under § 502, to be core proceedings under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) and (E) and § 157(b)(2)(B), respectively. The Court further declares it has authority to enter a final judgment in each of these core proceedings.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a proceeding concerning a trustee’s avoidance powers and the validity and priority of a lien as core, and permits the bankruptcy court to hear it under an order of reference.
Beskin v. Bank of New York Mellon (In re Perrow) · filed 2013-09-05(b)(1), (b)(2)(B), (b)(2)(K)
This matter is a core proceeding under the Bankruptcy Code because it is a proceeding to determine the Chapter 13 Trustee’s ability to use his “strong-arm” powers under Section 544 of the Bankruptcy Code and to determine the extent, priority, and validity of an alleged lien under Section 506 of the Bankruptcy Code. 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(2)(B) and (K). This Bankruptcy Court can hear this matter pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(1) and the Western District of Virginia District Court Order of Reference.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(L) treats plan confirmation as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court may enter a final order.
In re Canniff · filed 2013-09-19(b)(2)(L)
The Trustee seeks a determination from this Court that the Debtors’ Plan does not comport with the requirements of Plan Confirmation under 11 U.S.C. § 1325. This is a “core proceeding” for which the Bankruptcy Court may enter a final order pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(L).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(1) treats a motion to dismiss a bankruptcy case as a core proceeding on which the bankruptcy court may enter a final order.
In re Garajau · filed 2013-09-30(b)(1)
This matter is a core proceeding within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(1).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b) governs whether causes of action are core bankruptcy proceedings.
O'Cheskey v. Koehler (In re American Housing Foundation) · filed 2013-09-30(b)
2. The causes of action asserted herein are core proceedings under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(L) treats plan confirmation as a core proceeding.
In re Chickosky · filed 2013-10-01(b)(2)(L)
The Court has jurisdiction over this matter under 28 U.S.C. § 1334, and this is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(L).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats determinations of the dischargeability of particular debts as core proceedings in which a bankruptcy court may enter final judgment.
Morgan Keegan & Co. v. Swan (In re Swan) · filed 2013-10-02(b)(2)(I)
It is a core proceeding. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I) (core proceedings include determinations as to the discharge-ability of particular debts). This court accordingly has authority to enter final judgment in the matter. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(1).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(G) treats a motion for relief from the automatic stay as a core matter in which the bankruptcy court may enter final judgment.
Buncher Co. v. Flabeg Solar US Corp. (In re Flabeg Solar US Corp.) · filed 2013-10-02(b)(2)(G)
This is a core matter pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(G), and the Court will enter final judgment.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) classifies proceedings concerning the dischargeability of a particular debt as core proceedings.
EnTitle Insurance v. Durling (In re Durling) · filed 2013-10-03(b)(2)(I)
This proceeding concerns the dis-chargeability of a particular debt and is therefore a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)®.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(J) treats proceedings to determine whether a debtor is entitled to a discharge as core proceedings.
Smith v. Bowen (In re Bowen) · filed 2013-10-04(b)(2)(J)
The issue of whether a debtor is entitled to a discharge is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(J).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b) treats this tax refund ownership dispute as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court can enter a final order.
Giuliano v. Federal Deposit Insurance (In re Downey Financial Corp.) · filed 2013-10-08(b)
This is a “core” proceeding as that term is defined in 28 U.S.C. § 157(b). This Court has the judicial power to enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats a proceeding to determine whether a debt is excepted from discharge as a core proceeding.
Le Van-Voegler v. Myrtle (In re Myrtle) · filed 2013-10-15(b)(2)(I)
The action is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I) as it pertains to the question of whether the debt allegedly owed to the Voeglers is excepted from Mr. and Mrs. Myrtle’s discharge.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) and (B) treats the allowance of claims as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
In re Gordian Medical, Inc. · filed 2013-10-16(b)(2)(A) and (B)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) and (B).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a motion to approve a settlement agreement as a core proceeding.
In re McInerney · filed 2013-10-17(b)(2)(A) and (O)
A motion to approve a settlement agreement is a “core proceeding” under 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(2)(A) and (O).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 classifies a proceeding involving a claim objection and fraudulent transfer avoidance as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Franklin Advisors, LLC v. Sherwood Management Corp. (In re Whyco Finishing Technology, LLC) · filed 2013-10-18(b)(2)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(2)(A), (B), (H), and (O).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a proceeding to determine whether a debt is dischargeable as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Markwood Investments Ltd. v. Neves (In re Neves) · filed 2013-10-18(b)(2)(I)
The determination whether a claim is non-dischargeable is a core matter.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 allows a bankruptcy court to enter a final order on a lien-avoidance motion that is a core proceeding concerning the extent of a lien and the debtor-creditor relationship.
Ramos v. Negron (In re Ramos) · filed 2013-10-22(b)(2)
Rosado’s § 522(f) motion is a proceeding arising under title 11 in a case under title 11; and, because this proceeding is a core proceeding to determine the extent of a lien and adjust the debtor-creditor relationship, the bankruptcy court is authorized to enter a final order. See 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(K) and (0).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) and (J) classifies determinations concerning the discharge of particular debts and objections to discharge as core proceedings.
Lowry v. Croft (In re Croft) · filed 2013-10-22(b)(2)(I), (J)
This matter is a core proceeding as defined under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I) (determination of discharge of particular debts) and (J) (objections to discharge).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats an objection to a proof of claim as a core proceeding.
In re Batista-Sanechez · filed 2013-10-25(b)(2)(B)
This matter concerns an objection to a proof of claim, and is therefore a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b) allows a bankruptcy court to enter a final order in a core proceeding concerning an administrative expense claim.
In re NE Opco, Inc. · filed 2013-11-01(b)
This is a “core” proceeding as that term is defined in 28 U.S.C. § 157(b). This Court has the judicial power to enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats consideration of a motion for payment of an administrative claim as a core proceeding.
In re ID Liquidation One, LLC · filed 2013-11-05(b)(2)(A), (B), and (O)
Consideration of the Motion constitutes a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A), (B), and (O).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats proceedings arising in the claims allowance process as core proceedings.
Glassman, Edwards, Wyatt, Tuttle & Cox, P.C. v. Wade (In re Wade) · filed 2013-11-06(b)(2)(B)
Proceedings arising in the claims allowance process are by statutory definition “core proceedings” under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B). Therefore, the adjudication of the Law Firm’s removed lawsuit and concomitant claims against Mr. Wade indeed are core proceedings arising in the claims allowance process.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats an objection to discharge as a core proceeding.
Dilbay v. Demir (In re Demir) · filed 2013-11-07(b)(2)(I)
This matter is an objection to discharge, and is therefore a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a fraudulent-conveyance avoidance proceeding as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Watts v. MTC Development, LLC (In re Palisades at West Paces Imaging Center, LLC) · filed 2013-11-13(b)(2)(O)
The Court has jurisdiction of this matter pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 1334 and 157, and this is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(0).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats dischargeability determinations and matters concerning estate administration as core proceedings.
In re Garland · filed 2013-11-15(b)(2)
This is a “core proceeding” under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I) (determinations as to the dischargeability of particular debts); 28 U.S.C. 157(b)(2)(A) (matters concerning the administration of the estate).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats issues that must be resolved in the claims-allowance process as core proceedings.
Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors v. UMB Bank, N.A. (In re Residential Capital, LLC) · filed 2013-11-15(b)(2)
All of the issues in the Phase I trial are “core,” as provided in 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2). Because the JSNs (through UMB, the indenture trustee) submitted a proof of claim in this case, seeking to recover all principal, prepetition and post-petition interest and fees, and have asserted an adequate protection claim, all of the issues raised and resolved in these adversary proceedings necessarily must be resolved as part of the claims-allowance process.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(L) treats plan confirmation as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
In re Alfaro · filed 2013-11-22(b)(2)(L)
Because this matter pertains to confirmation of a plan it is within this Court’s core jurisdiction. See 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(L).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) treats a motion for substantive consolidation as a core proceeding concerning administration of the estate.
In re Petters Co. · filed 2013-11-22(b)(2)(A)
As a result, the motion at bar is a core proceeding in the cases of the subject Debtors. For the purposes of jurisdiction and the division of judicial labor within the exercise of federal bankruptcy jurisdiction, this motion is unquestionably a “matter concerning the administration of the estate,” 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a request for sanctions for violating the automatic stay as a core proceeding because it can arise only in a bankruptcy case.
In re Suburban West Properties, LLC · filed 2013-11-26(b)(2)(o)
A request for sanctions for alleged violations of the automatic stay may only arise in a case under title 11 and, therefore, is a core proceeding.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats proceedings to determine whether a particular debt is dischargeable as core proceedings.
Discover Bank v. Warren (In re Warren) · filed 2013-11-26(b)(2)(I)
This adversary proceeding is a core proceeding. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats an application for compensation from the bankruptcy estate as a core proceeding involving allowance or disallowance of a claim against the estate.
In re Miners Oil Co. · filed 2013-12-03(b)(2)(B)
... and consideration of an application for compensation to be paid from the bankruptcy estate is likewise a “core” proceeding pursuant to § 157(b)(2)(B) as it involves “allowance or disallowance of claims against the estate.”Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(L) and (N) make plan confirmations and property sale orders core proceedings; motions to enforce those orders are also core proceedings.
In re Christ Hospital · filed 2013-12-03(b)(2)(L), (N)
This matter is "core,” emanating from 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(L) and (N), now presented as a motion to enforce terms of the § 363 Sale Approval Order and the Confirmation Order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a chapter 9 debtor eligibility proceeding as a core proceeding.
In re City of Detroit · filed 2013-12-05(b)(2)
The Court concludes that it has jurisdiction over this matter under 28 U.S.C. § 1334(a), and that the matter is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a motion to dismiss a bankruptcy case as a core proceeding within a bankruptcy judge’s authority to enter final judgment.
In re Walker · filed 2013-12-09(b)(2)(A)
A motion to dismiss a bankruptcy case is unique to bankruptcy administration and arises only in a bankruptcy case. As such, such, a motion is unquestionably a core proceeding and within the bankruptcy court’s statutory and constitutional jurisdiction.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats a proceeding to determine the dischargeability of a particular debt as a core proceeding.
Country Bank v. King (In re King) · filed 2013-12-11(b)(2)(I)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I), as it involves a proceeding to determine the dischargeability of a particular debt.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
A fraudulent-transfer claim against a creditor is a core matter when resolving the creditor’s proof of claim requires deciding the transfer issue.
Tronox Inc. v. Kerr McGee Corp. (In re Tronox Inc.) · filed 2013-12-12(b)(2)(H)
By contrast, where it is “not possible ... to rule on [the creditor’s] proof of claim without first resolving the fraudulent-transfer issue,” the estate’s claim against the creditor is a core matter.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats objections to claims and requests to determine the validity of liens as core proceedings.
B-Bar Tavern Inc. v. Prairie Mountain Bank (In re B-Bar Tavern Inc.) · filed 2013-12-18(b)(2)(B) and (K)
Debtor’s Objection to PMB’s claim and request to avoid PMB’s lien are core proceedings under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B) and (K).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a dispute over a municipality’s eligibility for chapter 9 as a core proceeding.
In re City of Detroit · filed 2013-12-20(b)(2)
The Court concludes that it has jurisdiction over this matter under 28 U.S.C. § 1334(a), and that the matter is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats determinations of the estate’s interest in property and orders approving property sales as core proceedings.
Soulé v. Gragg (In re Harrison) · filed 2013-12-30(b)(2)(A), (N)
A determination of the extent and nature of the estate’s interest in property and orders approving the sale of property are core proceedings as defined by 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A, N).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) classifies determinations about the dischargeability of debts as core proceedings.
In re Ryan · filed 2013-12-30(b)(2)(I)
This is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a proceeding to determine what constitutes property of a bankruptcy estate as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court may enter a final judgment.
Bayer Business & Technology Services v. AGR Premier Consulting, Inc. · filed 2014-01-09(b)(1)
This is a case centered around the question of “what constitutes property of the bankruptcy estate,” and is therefore a core proceeding.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) classifies this proceeding as core, and a change in ownership of the claims does not change that status.
Cadle Company v. James Moore, III · filed 2014-01-09(b)(2)
Second, because the proceeding at issue is “core” under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2) and not merely “related to” a title 11 case, it is not eligible for mandatory abstention under § 1334(c)(2). ... And the change in the claims’ ownership has no bearing on the proceeding’s “core” status: Before the sale, the trustee asserted claims on behalf of a creditor, and after the sale, Cadle, the original creditor, asserted the same claims.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats actions concerning the dischargeability of particular debts as core proceedings.
Rice v. Morse (In re Morse) · filed 2014-01-10(b)(2)
The Plaintiffs’ action regarding the dischargeability of particular debts is a core proceeding.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(E) treats matters concerning turnover of estate property as core proceedings in which the bankruptcy court may enter final orders and judgments.
In re Velez · filed 2014-01-13(b)(2)(E)
The determination of matters concerning the turnover of estate property are deemed to be core proceedings over which this Court has the jurisdictional authority to enter final orders and judgments. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(E).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
A proceeding that is core under § 157(b)(2) remains core when the trustee sells the claims back to the original creditor.
Cadle Company v. James Moore, III · filed 2014-01-20(b)(2)
Second, because the proceeding at issue is “core” under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2) and not merely “related to” a title 11 case, it is not eligible for mandatory abstention under § 1334(c)(2). ... And the change in the claims’ ownership has no bearing on the proceeding’s “core” status: Before the sale, the trustee asserted claims on behalf of a creditor, and after the sale, Cadle, the original creditor, asserted the same claims.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats a proceeding to determine the dischargeability of student-loan debt as a core proceeding.
Ablavsky v. United States Department of Education (In re Ablavsky) · filed 2014-01-23(b)(2)(I)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a motion concerning the conduct of a person assisting with bankruptcy filings as a core proceeding.
Robbins v. Jennings (In re Brown) · filed 2014-01-24(b)(2)
The Court further concludes that determination of the Motion constitutes a “core” bankruptcy proceeding within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2) because any court has the inherent authority to regulate the conduct of cases filed in such court and the activities of those representing a party in such ease as an attorney or otherwise assisting a party in a quasi-legal capacity, particularly with respect to pleadings filed in that court.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) generally treats fee applications and administrative expense matters as core bankruptcy proceedings.
In re Age Refining, Inc. · filed 2014-01-29(b)(2)(A), (B), (O)
Fee applications and administrative expenses are generally core matters within a bankruptcy court’s jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(2)(A), (B), (O) and 1334.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats proceedings concerning estate administration, exemptions, and turnover of estate property as core proceedings.
In re Reeves · filed 2014-01-29(b)(2)
This particular dispute is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) because it affects the administration of this Chapter 7 estate. Further, it is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(2)(B) and (E) because it is a contested matter to determine the allowance or disallowance of exemptions from property of the estate and the remedy sought is an order to turn over property of the estate.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) treats a dispute over whether property should be turned over to the bankruptcy estate as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court may enter final judgment.
Boruch v. Estate of Pergolski (In re Boruch) · filed 2014-01-31(b)(2)(A)
The present matter is essentially a dispute over whether property should be turned over to the estate. As such, it is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A). The Court has both the jurisdiction and the constitutional authority to enter final judgment on the matter.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b) permits a bankruptcy court to enter a final order in a core proceeding concerning the allowance of a claim.
In re Shree Mahalaxmi, Inc. · filed 2014-02-05(b)(2)(A), (B)
This matter is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(2)(A) and (B), in which the Court may enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) treats determining whether an entity is a partnership as a core proceeding when that determination is necessary to decide whether property belongs to the bankruptcy estate.
Bank of England v. Rice (In Re Webb) · filed 2014-02-06(b)(2)(A)
The question of whether the Webbs' entity was a partnership was a core proceeding necessary to determine if the rice was part of the bankruptcy estate.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) identifies categories of core bankruptcy proceedings.
Henderson v. Legal Helpers Debt Resolution, L.L.C. (In re Huffman) · filed 2014-02-06(b)(2)
This matter is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A), (E), (H) and (O).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats an objection to exemption claims as a core proceeding in which a bankruptcy court may enter a final order.
In re McLean · filed 2014-02-07(b)(2)(B)
The chapter 13 trustee’s objection to the debtors’ exemption claims is a proceeding arising under title 11 in a case under title 11; and, because it is a core proceeding, this bankruptcy court may enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats this proceeding to approve a bankruptcy settlement as core, allowing the bankruptcy court to enter a final order.
In re Caubble · filed 2014-02-21(b)(2)
The proceeding before the Court is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2), and this Court has jurisdiction to enter a final Order in this case.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats disputes over ownership of a potential estate asset and the validity and priority of a lien on it as core proceedings.
Johnson v. Woodlands Development, LLC (In re Johnson) · filed 2014-02-24(b)(2)
Significantly, the cross claim for several reasons is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2). First, it puts at issue the ownership of a potential asset of the JPG estate. Second, the validity and priority of Regions’ lien on the Insurance Proceeds is a core matter.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Proceedings to interpret or implement a confirmed reorganization plan are core bankruptcy proceedings in which the bankruptcy court may enter final judgment.
Barrow v. D.A.N. Joint Venture Properties of North Carolina, LLC · filed 2014-03-04(b)(2)
As discussed above, the bankruptcy court had subject-matter jurisdiction over the adversary proceeding because it was a core proceeding. The bankruptcy court, therefore, could issue a final judgment.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) classifies objections to a debtor’s homestead exemption as core proceedings.
In re Arends · filed 2014-03-04(b)(2)(B)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a proceeding as core when it arises only in bankruptcy or involves a right created by federal bankruptcy law.
Williams v. Wells Fargo Bank, National Ass'n · filed 2014-03-06
Core proceedings under 28 U.S.C. § 157 are those which arise only in bankruptcy or involve a right created by federal bankruptcy law. ... Neither of these circumstances are present in the case at bar.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats proceedings to determine dischargeability as core bankruptcy proceedings.
American Asset Finance, LLC v. Feldman (In re Feldman) · filed 2014-03-06(b)(2)(I)
Because this matter involves a request to determine dischargeability, it is within this Court's "core” jurisdiction.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) classifies adversary proceedings to determine the dischargeability of a debt as core proceedings.
Jones v. Dawson (In re Dawson) · filed 2014-03-07(b)(2)(I)
This adversary proceeding is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 gives bankruptcy courts authority to enter final orders in core nondischargeability proceedings.
Wisconsin v. Davis (In re Davis) · filed 2014-03-10(b)(2)
As a nondis-chargeability determination, this is a core proceeding over which the Court has authority to enter a final order pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(P.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) and (M) classify proceedings concerning estate administration and the use of estate property as core proceedings.
In re Copenhaver, Inc. · filed 2014-03-11(b)(2)(A),(M)
The issues before the Court relate to the administration of the estate and the use of property of the estate and, therefore, constitute core proceedings. See 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A),(M).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(E) and (G) classifies turnover and automatic stay relief matters as core proceedings.
In re Reisbeck · filed 2014-02-13(b)(2)(E) and (G)
Debtor’s motion for turnover and the IRS’s motion to lift the stay are core proceedings under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(E) and (G).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(H) treats fraudulent transfer proceedings as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Estate of Jackson v. General Electric Capital Corp. (In re Fundamental Long Term Care, Inc.) · filed 2014-03-14(b)(2)(H)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(H).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b) treats consideration of a motion to produce documents under 11 U.S.C. § 521 as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
In re Tomer · filed 2014-03-14(b)
The Court further concludes that consideration of a motion to produce documents under 11 U.S.C. § 521 is a “core” bankruptcy proceeding within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. § 157(b).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(1) permits a bankruptcy court to enter final judgment on a core ownership dispute that must be resolved to adjudicate claims in a bankruptcy case.
In re Mutual Benefits Offshore Fund, Ltd. · filed 2014-03-19(b)(1)
Under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b), Bankruptcy Courts have the authority to hear and enter final orders with respect to “core” matters. ... Thus, the ownership issue clearly “arises under” or “arises in” a case under Chapter 11. As a result, the Bankruptcy Court had both the jurisdiction and the authority to hear and enter final judgment on the ownership issue.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a dispute over the validity of a loan affecting the debtor-creditor relationship as a core proceeding the bankruptcy court may decide.
First American Title Insurance v. Stevenson (In re Stevenson) · filed 2014-03-20(b)(2)
The Bankruptcy Court did not err, much less dearly err, in holding that the issues raised in this case go to the “validity, extent, or priority of liens,” § 157(b)(2)(E), and implicate potential “adjustments] of the debtor-creditor ... relationship,” § 157(b)(2)(0).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) covers a proceeding to enforce a chapter 11 plan injunction as a core proceeding when it concerns estate administration or affects asset liquidation or debtor-creditor relations.
In re Saint Vincents Catholic Medical Centers · filed 2014-03-21(b)(2)(A), (b)(2)(O)
This is a “core” proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) (matters concerning the administration of the estate) and (O) (other proceedings affecting the liquidation of the assets of the estate or the adjustment of the debtor-creditor or the equity security holder relationship).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats proceedings concerning the allowance of claims and the validity, extent, or priority of liens as core proceedings.
Jacobs v. Kraken Investment Ltd. (In re Salander-O'Reilly Galleries, LLC) · filed 2014-03-21(b)(2)(B), (K)
This is a “core” proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B) (allowance or disallowance of claims against the estate) and (K) (determinations as to the validity, extent, or priority of liens).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(1) permits a bankruptcy judge to enter final judgment on debtor eligibility because it is a core proceeding arising under the Bankruptcy Code.
In re Arkuszewski · filed 2014-03-24(b)(1)
Under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(1), a bankruptcy judge to whom a case has been referred may enter final judgment on “core proceedings arising under” the Bankruptcy Code. Eligibility to be a debt- or in a bankruptcy case arises under the Code and so is a matter as to which a bankruptcy judge may enter final judgment.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(H) treats proceedings to determine, avoid, or recover fraudulent conveyances as core proceedings.
Rajala v. Martin (In re Convenience Xpress, Inc.) · filed 2014-03-24(b)(2)(H)
An adversary proceeding to determine, avoid, or recover fraudulent conveyances is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(H) over which this Court may exercise subject matter jurisdiction.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(O) does not make claims core proceedings when the trustee has abandoned them, the bankruptcy case is closed, and any recovery will benefit only the debtor.
Travers v. Bank of America, N.A. (In re Travers) · filed 2014-03-25(b)(2)(O)
As a result of the Trustee’s abandonment of the claims in this adversary proceeding and the closing of the Chapter 7 case, any potential impact or monetary recovery that may result will inure solely to the Plaintiff’s benefit. Hence, it is clear that the claims asserted in the adversary proceeding are well outside the purview of 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(O).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats an objection to a debtor’s claimed exemption as a core proceeding that a bankruptcy judge may finally decide.
In re West · filed 2014-03-26(b)(2)(B)
An objection to a debtor’s claim of exemption is a core proceeding.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats alleged automatic stay violations and transfer avoidance claims as core proceedings.
Meeks v. Nalley (In re Nalley) · filed 2014-03-26(b)(2)
Furthermore, allegations involving 11 U.S.C. § 362(a) and transfer avoidance claims under 11 U.S.C. § 549 are core proceedings pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(G), (H), and (O).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(H) treats fraudulent transfer proceedings as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Freeland v. CPA Warehouse (In re Livemercial Aviation Holding, LLC) · filed 2014-03-26(b)(2)(H)
The matters asserted by this adversary proceeding are core proceedings pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(H).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats estate administration and turnover proceedings as core proceedings in which the bankruptcy court may enter a final order.
In re Castillo · filed 2014-03-27(b)(2)(A), (b)(2)(E)
This matter is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) and (E) in which the Court may enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats a proceeding to determine whether a debt is dischargeable as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Cumis Insurance Society, Inc. v. Sammons (In re Sammons) · filed 2014-03-27(b)(2)(I)
This matter is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(H) treats proceedings to avoid fraudulent transfers as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Sitka Enterprises, Inc. v. Miranda (In re Gonzales) · filed 2014-03-31(b)(2)(H)
Further, the matter at hand in the bankruptcy proceeding constitutes a potential fraudulent transfer as it is an obvious core matter under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(1)(2)(A), (E), (F), (H).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(J) treats objections to discharge as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Jenkins v. Ward (In re Jenkins) · filed 2014-03-31(b)(2)(J)
This matter relates to an objection to discharge and is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(J).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats proceedings to determine the dischargeability of a debt as core proceedings.
Martin v. Internal Revenue Service (In re Martin) · filed 2014-03-31(b)(2)(I)
This is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) classifies this adversary proceeding as core, allowing the bankruptcy court to enter a final order.
Rushton v. Tennessee Valley Authority (In re C.W. Mining Co.) · filed 2014-03-31(b)(2)
This is a core proceeding within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A), (E), (F) & (0), and this Court may enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats an action to determine property of a debtor’s bankruptcy estate as a core proceeding.
Sexton v. Department of Treasury (In re Sexton) · filed 2014-04-01(b)(2)(B)
Under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B), an ... action to determine the property of the debtor’s bankruptcy estate is a core proceeding.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
A proceeding to modify a Chapter 13 plan is a core proceeding under § 157.
In re Swain · filed 2014-04-01(b)(2)
A proceeding regarding the modification of a chapter 13 plan is a core proceeding. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A), and (0).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats this proceeding to determine dischargeability of a judgment debt as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Brown v. Ausley (In re Ausley) · filed 2014-03-18(b)(2)(I) and (J)
This matter is a core proceeding, 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I) and (J), and this Memorandum Opinion shall serve as the Court’s findings of fact and conclusions of law.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(F) and (H) classifies the claims addressed by the trustee’s motion as core bankruptcy matters.
Canney v. Fisher & Strattner, LLC (In re Turner & Cook, Inc.) · filed 2014-03-14(b)(2)(F) and (H)
The Court declares the claims addressed by the instant summary judgment motion to be core matters under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(F) and (H), over which this Court has constitutional authority to enter a final judgment.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(H) classifies fraudulent transfer avoidance claims as core proceedings.
Mason v. RJK Investors (In re Klarchek) · filed 2014-04-03(b)(2)(H)
Claims to avoid fraudulent transfers are core proceedings under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(H) and proceedings in which this court has constitutional authority to enter final orders.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a proceeding over a Chapter 7 debtor’s attorney fee as a core proceeding.
In re Michel · filed 2014-04-08(b)(2)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(0).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats motions concerning the automatic stay as core proceedings within a bankruptcy court’s authority.
Mason v. Costello (In re Klarchek) · filed 2014-04-10(b)(2)(A), (G)
As such, any motion seeking relief from, or redress regarding, the automatic stay, by definition arises under the Bankruptcy Code and is therefore a core proceeding within this court’s statutory and constitutional authority.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a motion to transfer venue in a bankruptcy case as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court may enter a final order.
In re Acor · filed 2014-04-10(b)(2)(A)
This proceeding arises in a case referred to this Court by the Standing Order of Reference, Misc. Order No. 84-80 in the United States District Court for the Western District of Tennessee, Western and Eastern Divisions, and is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A). This Court has jurisdiction over core proceedings pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(1) and 1334 and, thus, may enter a final order in this matter.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(J) treats objections to a debtor’s discharge as core proceedings.
Becker v. McInerney (In re McInerney) · filed 2014-04-11(b)(2)(J)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(J).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats proceedings to determine the dischargeability of debts as core proceedings.
Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development v. Sanderson (In re Sanderson) · filed 2014-04-11(b)(2)(I)
Proceedings to determine the dischargeability of debts are core proceedings. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I). As such, this Court has both the jurisdiction and the authority to enter a final judgment in this matter.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Motions to transfer venue in bankruptcy cases are core proceedings under § 157(b).
In re Barrington Spring House, LLC · filed 2014-04-11(b)
The matters before the court are core proceedings pursuant to 28 U.S.C. Section 157(b).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(J) treats objections to discharge as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Sigmon v. Belk (In re Belk) · filed 2014-04-14(b)(2)(J)
This action is a “core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(J).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats objections to proofs of claim as core proceedings.
In re Pajian · filed 2014-04-15(b)(2)(B)
This matter concerns an objection to a proof of claim and is therefore a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) treats an application for payment of administrative expenses as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court may enter a final judgment.
In re Living Hope Southeast, LLC · filed 2014-04-15(b)(2)(A)
The proceeding before the Court is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A). The Court has jurisdiction to enter a final judgment in the case.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats determinations of the dischargeability of particular debts as core proceedings.
Reiss v. McQuillin (In re McQuillin) · filed 2014-04-15(b)(2)(I)
It is a core proceeding. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I) (core proceedings include determinations of the discharge-ability of particular debts).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(J) classifies proceedings to determine whether a debtor should be denied a discharge as core proceedings.
United States Trustee v. Govani (In re Govani) · filed 2014-04-17(b)(2)(J)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(J).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) classifies proceedings to determine whether a debt is dischargeable as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Jennings v. Bodrick (In re Bodrick) · filed 2014-04-18(b)(2)(I)
This is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(K) treats proceedings to determine lien priority as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Schley v. Peoples Bank (In re Schley) · filed 2014-04-18(b)(2)(K)
These are core proceedings under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(K).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats a contested involuntary bankruptcy petition as a core proceeding that a bankruptcy judge may hear and finally decide.
In re 35th & Morgan Development Corp. · filed 2014-04-30(b)(2)
This matter is a contested involuntary bankruptcy petition, and is therefore a core proceeding.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) treats a motion to abandon estate property as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court may enter a final order.
In re Rich · filed 2014-05-02(b)(2)(A)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) and the Court may enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) and (J) treats debt dischargeability determinations and objections to discharge as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Hart v. Southern Heritage Bank (In Re Hart) · filed 2014-04-28(b)(2)(I)-(J)
First, in contrast to Stern, where “Vickie’s claim [was] in no way derived from or dependent upon bankruptcy law,” 131 S. Ct. at 2618, the Bank’s claim against Hart arises specifically in bankruptcy. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I)-(J) (including “determinations as to the dischargeability of particular debts” and “objections to discharges” in the list of core proceedings arising under title 11).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) classifies this proceeding as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Keogh v. Fleming Manufacturing Co. (In re Keogh) · filed 2014-04-30(b)(2)(A), (I), (J)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A), (I) and (J) (2012).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(F) and (H) classifies proceedings to recover preferences and avoid fraudulent transfers as core proceedings.
Samson v. Western Capital Partners LLC (In re Blixseth) · filed 2014-04-11(b)(2)(F) and (H)
The Trustee’s complaint to recover preferences and avoid fraudulent transfers are core proceedings under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(F) & (H).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157 treats demands for turnover and determinations of secured claim status as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Hantman v. Isdaner & Co. (In re Hantman) · filed 2014-04-02(b)(2)(E), (K)
Because this matter involves a demand for turnover and request to determine the extent of secured status of a claim, it is within this ... Court’s “core” jurisdiction.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a bankruptcy court’s interpretation of its own confirmation order and related reorganization plan as a core matter.
In re FFS Data, Inc. · filed 2014-05-08(b)(2)
As the Court is asked to interpret its own confirmation order and the related plan of reorganization, this is a core matter under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b) permits a bankruptcy judge to enter final judgment on a motion to reject a collective bargaining agreement under 11 U.S.C. § 1113 because the motion is a core proceeding.
In re Chicago Construction Specialties, Inc. · filed 2014-05-08(b)(2)
A motion to reject collective bargaining agreements pursuant to section 1113 of the Bankruptcy Code arises in a case under title 11. As such, such a motion is a core proceeding and within the bankruptcy court’s statutory and constitutional jurisdiction.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) treats determinations regarding dischargeability of a debt as core proceedings.
Trost v. Zachary N. (In re Zachary N.) · filed 2014-05-12(b)(2)(I)
This adversary proceeding is a statutory core proceeding. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I) (determinations regarding dischargeability of a debt).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) does not treat state law claims against a noncreditor who has filed no claim against the estate as core proceedings.
Barker v. Fox Den Acres, Inc. (In re Barker) · filed 2014-05-20(b)(2)
However, Debtor’s causes of action against CMH are state law causes of action that do not arise under a provision of the Bankruptcy Code, CMH is not a current creditor of Debtor, and CMH has not submitted a claim against the estate. Accordingly, Debtor’s causes of action against CMH are not core. See 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) does not treat a trustee’s state-law fraudulent transfer claims against nondebtors as core proceedings merely because recovery could benefit the bankruptcy estate.
Anderson v. Patel (In re Diplomat Construction, Inc.) · filed 2014-05-21(b)(2)
Further, the claims do not fall under any of the named types of core proceedings listed in 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) classifies proceedings to determine whether a debt is dischargeable as core proceedings.
Mexico Construction & Paving v. Thompson (In re Thompson) · filed 2014-05-22(b)(2)(I)
This is a “core proceeding” pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) treats a motion to dismiss a bankruptcy case as a core proceeding.
In re NNN 123 North Wacker, LLC · filed 2014-05-27(b)(2)(A)
This matter concerns the dismissal of a bankruptcy case, and is therefore a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(H) treats a proceeding to set aside a fraudulent conveyance as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Campbell v. Hanckel (In re Hanckel) · filed 2014-05-28(b)(2)(H)
This adversary proceeding is a core proceeding. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(H).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(A) permits a bankruptcy court to enter a final order in a core proceeding concerning a debtor’s discharge.
In re Heinzle · filed 2014-05-30(b)(2)(A)
This matter is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) in which the Court may enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a debtor’s motion to reject a contract and related claims as core bankruptcy proceedings.
Kentucky Employees Retirement System v. Seven Counties Services, Inc. (In re Seven Counties Services, Inc.) · filed 2014-05-30(b)(2)
The matters before the Court, Counts I-III of KERS Complaint and Debtor’s Amended Motion to Reject are “core” proceedings and within this Court’s jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2), 11 U.S.C. § 365 and 28 U.S.C. § 959(b).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(G) treats consideration of a motion for relief from the automatic stay as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
In re Ulrey · filed 2014-06-02(b)(2)(G)
The Court further concludes that consideration of a motion for relief from stay is a “core” bankruptcy proceeding within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(G).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
A motion to convert a Chapter 11 case to Chapter 7 is a core proceeding under § 157(b)(2).
In re Costa Bonita Beach Resort, Inc. · filed 2014-06-02(b)(2)
This is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(1) and 157(b)(2).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(F) classifies a preference avoidance action as a core bankruptcy matter.
Gugino v. Credit Acceptance Corp. (In re Conklin) · filed 2014-06-06(b)(2)(F)
The Court concludes that it has jurisdiction over this action under 28 U.S.C. § 1334(b), and that it is a “core” matter under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(F).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(I) places requests to determine whether a debt is dischargeable within a bankruptcy court’s core jurisdiction.
Stasen ex rel. Mentor Special Situation Fund v. Sager (In re Sager) · filed 2014-06-06(b)(2)(I)
As this matter involves a request for a decía-ration of non-dischargeability of a debt, it is within this Court’s core jurisdiction. See 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats allowance or disallowance of claims against the estate as a core proceeding.
In re Metex Mfg. Corp. · filed 2014-06-13(b)(2)(B)
This is a “core proceeding” under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B) (allowance or disallowance of claims against the estate).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a proceeding to determine whether a debt is dischargeable as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
United States v. Hall (In re Hall) · filed 2014-05-30(b)(2)(I) and (O)
This matter is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(2)(I) and (O).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B), (F), and (H) identifies claim allowance and avoidance proceedings as core bankruptcy matters.
Litzler v. Cooper (In re Margaux Texas Ventures, Inc.) · filed 2014-05-22(b)(2)(B), (F), and (H)
The claims at issue in the Complaint are statutory “core” matters, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B), (F), and (H).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(K) classifies a proceeding to determine the extent of a lien as a core bankruptcy proceeding.
Lopez v. Credit Union One (In re Lopez) · filed 2014-06-16(b)(2)(K)
This adversary proceeding arises under §§ 506(a)(1) and 1322(b)(2) of the bankruptcy code, and is therefore core under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(K).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(B) treats the allowance or disallowance of claims against a bankruptcy estate as a core proceeding.
In re World Imports, Ltd. · filed 2014-06-18(b)(2)(B)
As this matter involves allowance or disal-lowance of claims against the estate it is within this court’s core jurisdiction. See 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(B).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats a proceeding to determine property of the bankruptcy estate as a core proceeding in which the bankruptcy court may enter a final order.
Jubber v. Hiawatha Coal Proceeds (In re C.W. Mining Co. ) · filed 2014-06-20(b)(2)
This is a proceeding to determine property of the estate under 11 U.S.C. § 541 and is a core proceeding within the meaning of 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2), and this Court may enter a final order.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(O) treats a dispute over enforcing a discharge order as a core proceeding when it affects the relationship between debtors and a creditor.
In re Ritchey · filed 2014-06-24(b)(2)(O)
This particular dispute is also a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(O) because it is a matter that affects the relationship between the Debtors and a creditor — i.e., Ductwork.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats estate administration and the allowance or disallowance of exemptions as core proceedings.
In re Hale · filed 2014-06-27(b)(2)
The matters before the court are core proceedings. 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(A) (administration of estate) and (B) (allowance or disallowance of exemptions).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) permits a bankruptcy court to hear and determine a motion to dismiss a Chapter 7 case for abuse as a core proceeding.
In re Hamilton · filed 2014-07-02(b)(2)
This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2) which this Court may hear and determine.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2) treats postpetition transfer and fraudulent conveyance actions as core proceedings, a factor supporting refusal to enforce contractual forum selection clauses.
Kismet Acquisition, LLC v. Icenhower (In Re Icenhower) · filed 2014-07-03(b)(2)
Here, both actions are core proceedings and are not inextricably intertwined with non-core proceedings.Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
Section 157(b)(2)(H) treats an adversary proceeding to avoid fraudulent transfers as a core proceeding.
Hopkins v. Crystal 2G Ranch, Inc. (In re Crystal) · filed 2014-07-03(b)(2)(H)
It is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(H).Read the full opinion on CourtListener →
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