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bankruptcy

[bangk-ruhpt-see, -ruhp-see] / ˈbæŋk rʌpt si, -rəp si /


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As a result, the appeal was dismissed, and the earlier order stating that bankruptcy protections didn’t apply to Free Speech Systems or its assets remains in effect.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The path leading to Infowars’ potential liquidation has involved extended bankruptcy litigation and unsuccessful settlement negotiations.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The U.S. bankruptcy watchdog said the auto-parts supplier improperly favors some professionals and lenders in its proposed plan.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Jones placed Infowars’ parent company, Free Speech Systems, into bankruptcy in 2022 before filing for personal bankruptcy later that year, after courts ordered him to pay damages to Sandy Hook victim families.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

He had filed for bankruptcy, and by 1988 he was back on his feet again, in the oil business, although on a far reduced basis.

From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger




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