Jay L Westbrook in the Media

Bloomberg October 9, 2024

J and J’s Court-Shopping Strategy Pits New Jersey Home Against Texas

Professor Jay Westbrook comments on Johnson & Johnson’s strategy in response to recent legal action against the company.

The American Lawyer July 11, 2024

Et Tu, EDVA? Why Big Law Is Dodging a Once-Favorable Bankruptcy Venue

Professor Jay Westbrook provides insight on the issue of forum shopping in bankruptcy cases, commenting on the financial implications that large cases potentially can have.

The Guardian June 27, 2024

Far-right site Gateway Pundit to answer claims of ‘bankruptcy abuse’ in hearing

Professor Jay Westbrook comments on the complex details of a case accusing company Gateway Pundit of abusing the bankruptcy process.

Aussiedlerbote June 21, 2024

Despite a court ruling, Alex Jones’ Infowars persists, yet remains at risk of termination

Professor Jay Westbrook comments on the future of Alex Jones' Infowars and its parent company, Free Speech Systems, after the court granted him permission to liquidate his personal assets to pay off the victims of the Sandy Hook tragedy.

CNN June 14, 2024

Judge rejects bankruptcy plan for Alex Jones’ Infowars but allows him to liquidate his personal assets

In an article about Alex Jones' bankruptcy and liquidation case, Professor Jay Westbrook comments on the possibility that Infowars could be sold by the court-appointed trustee to pay some of the damages owed to the families of Sandy Hook victims.

WBUR June 3, 2024

What do Steward Health Care and Alex Jones have in common? A bankruptcy judge

Professor Jay Westbrook comments on a recent increase in bankruptcy cases in Houston and what it means for local judges.

S&P Global March 25, 2024

Supply chain snags cited as bankruptcy filings pile up

Professor Jay Westbrook notes that bankruptcies are likely to increase if interest rates remain high, magnifying the effects of existing supply chain issues.

Bloomberg Law October 20, 2023

Booming Texas Bankruptcy Venue in Doubt After Judge Resigns

Professor Jay Westbrook explains why Southern District of Texas court was attractive to corporations facing bankruptcy and comments on the potential impact of Judge David R. Jones' sudden resignation could have on bankruptcy filings.

Katie Couric Media December 13, 2022

Will Alex Jones Actually Pay the Sandy Hook Victims Any Money?

Professor Jay Westbrook is quoted on bankruptcy law in an article about Alex Jones filing for bankruptcy as a means to avoid or delay payment to Sandy Hook Elementary parents.  

INSOL Talks June 15, 2022

INSOL Talks: Jay L. Westbrook

In a podcast interview, Professor Jay Westbrook talks about his career in law scholarship and professorship, with a focus in his specialties of insolvency and bankruptcy law.

Bloomberg Law May 3, 2022

Strings Attached to Bankruptcy Loans Persist, Irking Creditors

In an article about the increase in debtor-in-possession loans by bankruptcy lenders,  Professor Jay Westbrook is quoted about the positive and negative effect that bankruptcy laws can have.

The Hill August 31, 2021

Now is the time for bankruptcy venue reform

Professor Jay Westbrook co-authored an article regarding Chapter 11 Bankruptcy loopholes.