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Receivership in the Cannabis Sector: Michigan’s Alternative to Bankruptcy

Despite achieving unprecedented growth, with sales reaching new highs in 2023, many Michigan cannabis businesses find themselves navigating a precarious path to profitability. This dichotomy between  

January 2024: Recent Developments in the Realm of Bankruptcy and Restructuring

In an effort to keep you apprised of what’s happening in the realm of bankruptcy and restructuring, here are six legal and statutory developments from the month of January, 2024. 1. Commercial  

Redefining Liability: How the Fleming v. Bayou Steel Case Impacts Private Equity Sponsor Responsibilities Under the WARN Act

In the recent legal case Fleming v. Bayou Steel BD Holdings II L.L.C., the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit made a pivotal decision regarding the liability of private equity  

Amanda Vintevoghel-Backer Named to “Michigan Super Lawyers” in 2023

The Dragich Law Firm, located in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, is pleased to announce that Amanda Vintevoghel-Backer has been recognized by Michigan Super Lawyers in 2023. Amanda received her  

Delaware Bankruptcy Court Rules that Preference Plaintiffs Must Satisfy Due Diligence Requirement When Bringing a Preference Lawsuit

In 2019, a due diligence requirement was added to the Bankruptcy Code's preference avoidance provision. There is often outcry by preference action defendants that demands are made and lawsuits are  

We’re Hiring a Mid-Level Corporate Restructuring Associate

The Dragich Law Firm is seeking a mid-level corporate restructuring associate with 2-5 years experience, ideally with some commercial litigation experience. Our firm provides multifaceted services  

David Dragich Article on Bankruptcy versus Wind-Down Published by CFO.com

More companies are experiencing distress. Chapter 11 bankruptcy filings rose 105% in May compared to the previous year, according to data from Epiq’s Bankruptcy Analytics platform. When a company  

Federal Receiverships: A Guide to the Process

A federal receivership is a legal process in which a neutral third-party, called a receiver, is appointed by a federal court to take control of a business or individual's assets. A federal  

January, 2023: Recent Legal and Statutory Developments in Bankruptcy and Restructuring

In an effort to keep you apprised of what’s happening in the realm of bankruptcy and restructuring, here are four significant legal and statutory developments from the month of January, 2023. 1.  

Recent Legal and Statutory Developments in Bankruptcy and Restructuring

In an effort to keep you apprised of what’s happening in the realm of bankruptcy and restructuring, here are five significant legal and statutory developments from the last month. 1. Chapter 11