New California Court of Appeal decision may affect administration of foreclosure-avoidance actions *

USA - April 16 2013
California's Legislature responded to the residential foreclosure crisis by, among other things, enacting new statutes aimed at clarifying the rights…

Co-authors: Tim C. Hsu.

Recent Ninth Circuit decision emphasizes importance of remaining vigilant – and current – in connection with consumer finance regulation compliance *

USA - September 17 2012
In the wake of the mortgage crisis, loan servicers are receiving increasing numbers of borrower inquiries made pursuant to a variety of federal statutes, including the Truth in Lending Act ("TILA") and the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act ("RESPA").

Co-authors: Rachel M. Sanders.

Who is going to pay for this? California Court of Appeal highlights receiver compensation issues *

USA - July 21 2012
Real property receivers are most commonly appointed at the request of secured creditors who are often charged with the expenses of the receivership.

Co-authors: Kim A. Bui.

Recent Seventh and Ninth Circuit cases affect federal equity receiverships *

USA - February 1 2012
The Securities and Exchange Commission, Federal Trade Commission, and Commodities Futures Trading Commission often seek appointment of receivers in civil enforcement actions, including in actions alleging operation of Ponzi-like investment schemes.

Co-authors: Ted G. Fates.