Homebuyers’ maintenance societies RWAs can’t intervene in insolvency process of developer firm SC- The Week

New Delhi, Jan 15 (PTI) The Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that homebuyers’ societies or Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) ordinarily constituted for maintenance and management of common facilities in a housing project cannot intervene in the insolvency proceedings of the developer company.    A bench of justices JB Pardiwala and R Mahdevan, which upheld the insolvency proceedings…

Bowie Construction creditors face losses as £1.7m recovery ‘not anticipated’

Investigations into the company’s financial records have been delayed, though an update for creditors is expected in the next review period. Joint administrator Frank Wessely noted while investigations may not lead to financial recovery for creditors, they are necessary to fulfill statutory duties and explore any potential avenues for enhancing recoveries. “As advised in my…

Saks acquisition of Neiman Marcus led to bankruptcy

For more than a decade, the former executive chairman of Saks Global dreamed of adding Neiman Marcus to his collection of legacy department stores, believing the combined entities would create a luxury powerhouse strong enough to defy changes dragging down the industry. Instead, Richard Baker’s $2.7 billion acquisition of Neiman Marcus in 2024 ultimately plunged…

Top compliance mistakes that trigger insolvency proceedings and how to avoid them

Insolvency proceedings often arise from avoidable compliance failures: missed deadlines, governance lapses, statutory violations, and failure to adapt to evolving law. Businesses can significantly reduce insolvency risks by embedding robust compliance protocols, transparent governance, and proactive legislative tracking into their operational DNA. By focusing on these preventive measures, companies not only safeguard against legal exposure…