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Businessman who swindled millions files for bankruptcy: massive debts and asset liquidation
Less than a year after his release from prison, the former owner of a New York insurance agency has filed for bankruptcy. Among the creditors are defrauded insurance companies, tax authorities, and banks.

Furniture Giant Southern Motion Files for Bankruptcy
The furniture manufacturer, which employs hundreds of workers, has filed for creditor protection under Chapter 11. Despite market concerns, the company has received legal approval to continue paying employee salaries and benefits.
Israeli contractor in the US: half a million dollars missing, customers demand answers
A bankruptcy hearing for contractor Gilad Rubinsky turned into a confrontation with dozens of angry customers and former employees. Allegations suggest that funds collected for unperformed work were spent on gambling.

Retailer Get Fresh Estonia Faces Financial Collapse: Operations Halted and Debts Mount
Get Fresh Estonia has encountered a severe financial crisis and filed for insolvency. CEO Andero Keronen admitted: "We realized that our situation is worse than we thought."

Creditor arrangement or insolvency: ways to get out of debt
Both paths are designed to deal with obligations that cannot be paid as scheduled. A lawyer explains when it is worth reaching an arrangement and when an insolvency proceeding might be more appropriate.

Logistics giant faces collapse: inventory stuck, massive contract suddenly shortened
Noble Supply & Logistics, a leading supplier to the US government, has filed for bankruptcy protection. The company faced severe difficulties after a major Department of Defense contract was abruptly shortened, leaving it with $100 million in stranded inventory.

Rami Levy and 14th Channel owners in dispute over millions: Vertical Field faces liquidation
Former employees have petitioned the court to liquidate the agro-tech company Vertical Field, controlled by the Mirilashvili family. Simultaneously, a legal battle is ongoing regarding a $1.5 million loan, with the debt now reaching approximately 7 million shekels.

Giant Company Declared Bankrupt: Billions in Debt Following Termination of Recovery Process
The Commercial Court of Rio de Janeiro has ruled that the Mangius Group (Refit), a leading Brazilian oil refining and fuel distribution firm, will enter full bankruptcy proceedings after its judicial recovery process was terminated.

Mattress giant in financial collapse: massive debts and revenue decline
No Bull Mattress has filed for creditor protection due to a sharp drop in revenue, inflation, and competition from online brands. An analysis of the debts and market figures behind the industry crisis.

Earthquake in the culture world: bankruptcy and final liquidation of Phil Tippett's studio
After four decades, Hollywood legend Phil Tippett is closing his California studio following a bankruptcy process. Rare collectibles were sold at a massive liquidation event, but the Oscars remain with him: "I will die with the sword in my hand."

Pharmaceutical giant goes bankrupt: Teva jumps at the opportunity, revolution on the way
Biomedical company BioXcel has filed for bankruptcy protection. Pharma giant Teva is serving as the stalking horse bidder in the auction, on the way to a potential acquisition of revolutionary AI-based drugs.

Telecom giant goes bankrupt: rehabilitation failed, liquidation process has begun
The end of a drama lasting more than a decade: a court in Brazil has finally approved the bankruptcy of telecom giant Oi and rejected the banks' appeals. Despite the collapse, the company will continue to operate temporarily to prevent the shutdown of essential services; initial liquidation procedures have begun.

"Green light" for settlement: Court appoints manager for Papaya Gaming and freezes proceedings
The Tel Aviv District Court has appointed Adv. Gil Oren as the settlement manager for Papaya Gaming and granted a temporary stay of proceedings. The judge emphasized that the debt settlement plan for the $718 million liability must include owner contributions and potential investor involvement.

Favorite furniture chain goes bankrupt: heavy debts and promises of 80% discounts
Despite growth in the industry, a wave of collapses is hitting sleep retailers in the US. Now, the low-cost chain No Bull Mattress is joining Chapter 11 proceedings after accumulating debts of about $2.8 million.

Debtor Inherits Apartment: How He Managed to Keep It
During insolvency proceedings, a debtor inherited a share of an apartment that was at risk of forfeiture. Through a court-approved creditors' arrangement, he successfully redeemed his rights to the property.

Energy company Welink faces collapse: operational failures and massive lawsuits
The British company Welink, operator of Portugal's largest solar power plant, has entered insolvency proceedings. The collapse follows a decline in electricity prices, severe malfunctions, and a 143 million euro lawsuit from a Chinese contractor.

Veteran landscaping company in financial collapse: millions in debt
The renowned landscaping company Ameri-Pride, operating for 35 years in Florida, has filed for bankruptcy protection following massive debts of up to $10 million.

Accumulated a debt of 6 million shekels, and will repay only 47 thousand shekels
A rare rehabilitation plan has been approved for a person who accumulated a massive debt and entered insolvency proceedings. The court in Rishon LeZion accepted the agreement of the parties, and the debt will be closed within two years.

The businessman who went bankrupt and built a massive economic empire
Louis Wai-Hung lost all his assets during the financial crisis and declared bankruptcy in 1999. After building an agriculture and food empire in Malaysia, he presents his new complex, addresses rumors about his net worth with humor, and discusses his recovery from a stroke.

Fashion chain in multi-front crisis: millions in debt, massive lawsuit against CEO
Despite the recovery of the men's fashion market since COVID, the "Peter Manning New York" fashion chain was forced to file for bankruptcy following a massive lawsuit by a supplier over unpaid invoices.

Renowned real estate company files for bankruptcy: massive debts, final liquidation has begun
The court in Guangzhou accepted the request of the local commercial bank to initiate bankruptcy and liquidation proceedings against the real estate arm of the Evergrande Group. The dramatic decision comes just one day after the company's founder was sentenced to life imprisonment.

Textile giant goes bankrupt after 61 years: massive debts, rescue attempt failed
The company "BBX Baby Kids Textile", which operated two massive factories and exported to 24 countries around the world, is finally collapsing. A court in Turkey ordered the liquidation of the company after a stay of proceedings period failed to save it from a debt crisis.

Renowned restaurant chain faces financial collapse: $10 million in debt and founder's death
The Fireman Hospitality group, operator of iconic Manhattan restaurants, has filed for bankruptcy protection. This marks the largest crisis in New York City's restaurant industry since 2020.

Healthcare giant in economic collapse: massive debts and anxious clients
Garden County Health Services in the USA has filed for bankruptcy following financial difficulties. CEO Sam Pennington reassured that medical services will continue without interruption.

Hollywood Production Giant Collapses as Streaming Budgets Shrink
Creditors have taken control of MBS Group, a major supplier of production equipment for Hollywood studios, following its insolvency. The collapse highlights the ongoing impact of budget cuts across the entertainment industry.

The Israeli falafel chain in New York collapsed due to debts - and BDS activists tried to take credit
Branches of the "Taïm" chain in New York have closed in recent days after state tax authorities issued a series of orders against its owners due to accumulated debts totaling $1.35 million. On social media, BDS activists were quick to attribute the closure to the boycott campaign, calling it "proof" that the boycott works. In reality, it is a business and legal dispute between the previous and...

Giant company in crisis: debt to be cut by $920 million
The Mexican company Braskem Idesa, which operates in the USA, has filed for bankruptcy (Chapter 11) and will reduce its massive debt from $2.5 billion to $1.6 billion.

Google is acquiring data from a bankrupt airline, and it has a good reason
Google has won a tender to acquire the internal data of the American airline Spirit for $10 million. The tech giant intends to use this massive dataset to train its AI models.

Marine retail giant faces collapse: financial disputes and revenue decline
A South Florida yacht and boat dealer joins the industry's wave of bankruptcies. With 2.6 million dollars in debt, a sharp drop in revenue, and pending litigation, the firm has filed for creditor protection.

Giant company collapses: 300 branches closed, thousands of employees fired
With massive debts of 17.3 billion reais, enormous losses, the closure of about 300 branches, and the firing of thousands of employees - retail giant Casas Bahia has reached the red line | All the details on the collapse shaking Brazil

Israeli food company collapses under 7.3 million shekels in debt: all employees fired
The company Perot HaMoshav Ben Yosef has filed for a stay of proceedings after accumulating debts of approximately 7.3 million shekels. Operations have ceased and about 80 employees have been fired, following losses, the spoilage of 11 fruit containers, and legal disputes.
Ice Cream Maker Files for Bankruptcy After Multi-Million Dollar Lawsuit
Rebel Creamery has filed for bankruptcy protection after being ordered to pay $23.785 million to competitor Van Leeuwen for copying its packaging design.

Giant company goes bankrupt: final liquidation due to massive debts
Despite record industry revenues, increasing competition and heavy debts are leading to the collapse of US casino operators. Imperial Pacific International is heading for final liquidation after accumulating debts of approximately $141.6 million.

Renowned ice cream brand in financial collapse: prolonged conflict, massive debts
The popular American ice cream brand "Rebel Creamery" has filed for creditor protection after a court ruled that it copied the product design of the "Van Leeuwen" company. All the details on the legal dispute that ended in collapse.

Famous restaurant in financial collapse: controversial debts, massive lawsuits
The "Luna Rosa" restaurant in Texas has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid lawsuits and controversial debts. Despite the financial turmoil, the management clarifies: the branch will continue to operate as usual during the reorganization process.

Patrick Drahi in financial crisis: billions in debt and bankruptcy risk
Massive debts of $16.3 billion threaten the collapse of the American cable giant Optimum (formerly Altice). Following an S&P credit rating downgrade, experts are forecasting a potential bankruptcy filing within the year.

Ace Hardware franchise in economic collapse: tough competition and huge debts
An Ace Hardware network franchisee in the United States has filed for bankruptcy protection amid intense market competition. We examine the reasons behind the debt crisis and the future of the affected stores.

Debts are piling up, she's partying on a yacht: Kate Moss and her daughter spotted in Spain
Her company owes about $3 million to creditors, luxury inventory is facing destruction, and only about 14,000 shekels remain in the coffers. Yet, the supermodel was caught spending a sunny day with her daughter on a luxury yacht that costs thousands of shekels a day. Were the debts left on the shore?

Renowned restaurant chain on the brink of bankruptcy: debts and lawsuits seal its fate
The veteran restaurant chain "Fireman Group" has filed for bankruptcy protection in a New York court. The group has accumulated over $39 million in debt.

Aviation giant bankruptcy: massive debts and extended liquidation
The Russian airline Transaero, which ceased flights in 2015 and accumulated debts of over 1.1 billion euros, remains in insolvency proceedings. The liquidation process has been extended until September 13, 2026.

A giant collapse: The renowned investment fund 777 Partners has filed for bankruptcy
The American investment fund, which tried to take over football clubs and airlines, has turned to the bankruptcy court in the United States after years of debt, sales, and allegations of fraud.

Renowned culinary institution goes bankrupt after 90 years: liquidation request and massive debts
The "Chenoys" restaurant in Montreal, which operated for decades and was known for its smoked meat sandwiches, has closed due to debts of over one million dollars. The court rejected the request to cancel the liquidation: "The company was clearly insolvent."

Funds that bought Cimed bonds cheaply expect multi-million profit from asset sales
Trustees of the collapsed summer camp company Cimed have reached agreements to sell its assets, potentially allowing for full debt repayment to Israeli investors. Funds like Clearmark and Brosh, which purchased bonds after the collapse, expect significant returns from the realization of hidden value.

New report: slight decrease in insolvency proceedings for individuals in 2025
The annual report on insolvency proceedings points to a slight decrease in active insolvency proceedings for individuals and corporations, and a slight increase in individual and creditor requests for the opening of proceedings. The report also highlights data on the age of debtors.

Major boat retailer files for bankruptcy amid legal claims and falling demand
A sharp decline in boat sales and mounting debt have led the well-known Florida-based FB Marine Group to file for bankruptcy. The retailer, whose vessels have featured in international ad campaigns, reports debts of $2.6 million.

Achievement for Papaya in the struggle against Skillz: enforcement in the USA temporarily halted
The Federal Bankruptcy Court in Delaware has granted Papaya Gaming's request for temporary relief. The ruling stays collection proceedings against the company's U.S. assets pending a Chapter 15 recognition hearing.

Giant company goes bankrupt: restaurant empire falls apart, debt of 131,000,000 NIS
American restaurateur Nick Pihakis has filed for personal bankruptcy, involving assets worth $10.6 million against massive debts. Dozens of restaurants owned by his group have already closed, and the future of the brands remains unclear.

Businessman who accumulated debts of 50 million shekels: "I did not steal. We simply collapsed"
Yuval Rafael, founder of YallaRent, opened apartments for evacuees on October 7, but a dispute over offsets with the state and excessive leverage led to the company's collapse with debts of 50 million shekels: "I don't believe I reached this situation."

Renowned businessman files for bankruptcy: massive lawsuits, heavy debts
Renowned American businessman Nick Pihakis has filed for personal bankruptcy in federal court after a series of lawsuits, liens, and the closure of dozens of branches of his restaurant empire led to an unprecedented financial collapse.

"Trump changed policy": The company that provided services to Israeli emigrants is in millions of debt
The company Momo Global Marketing and Distribution (MAGASHA) has filed for bankruptcy due to debts exceeding 20 million shekels. The crisis is attributed to stricter US immigration policies and broader economic challenges.