In ruling that a securities regulatory authority's disgorgement orders (a sanction stemming from misconduct) survive a bankruptcy discharge while its administrative penalties do not, the Supreme Court ...
Bankruptcy discharge refers to the legal process that absolves a debtor from the responsibility of paying certain debts, providing them with a fresh financial start. The exact process varies depending ...
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What Is a Debt Discharge? The phrase "debt discharge" represents a pivotal point in a bankruptcy proceeding. It's the much-anticipated moment when an individual, who has declared bankruptcy, is ...