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Chairman incorrectly deals with creditor's claim in IVA vote

Chairman incorrectly deals with creditor's claim in IVA vote

Published on: 09 August 2016

Published by: LexisPSL

Chairman incorrectly deals with creditor's claim in IVA vote
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Restructuring & Insolvency analysis: Reuben Comiskey, barrister at Radcliffe Chambers, discusses AB Agri Ltd v Curtis in relation to challenging an individual voluntary arrangement (IVA) on the ground of material irregularity and examines how the decision may affect creditors and debtors. Sign in or take a trial to read the full analysis.

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