Jay L Westbrook’s faculty profile
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Aussiedlerbote June 21, 2024
Despite a court ruling, Alex Jones’ Infowars persists, yet remains at risk of termination
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ABC News February 22, 2021
NRA is ‘out of ammo’ as it faces a legal mess of its own making, many experts say
Professor Jay Westbrook is quoted in an article about the NRA's decision to file for bankruptcy protection and their plans to reincorporate in Texas.