Judge Signals Intent to Dismiss Rudy Giuliani's Bankruptcy Case, Exposing Assets for Defamation Lawsuit and Other Debts

New York City, New York United States of America
Dismissal would allow Freeman and Moss, as well as other creditors, to pursue Giuliani's money in courts
Dismissal would remove shield around Giuliani's assets
Giuliani faces defamation lawsuit from election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss for $148 million
Judge Sean H. Lane of the U.S Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York is signaling intent to dismiss case
Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy case is likely to be dismissed
Judge Signals Intent to Dismiss Rudy Giuliani's Bankruptcy Case, Exposing Assets for Defamation Lawsuit and Other Debts

In a series of events, it appears that Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy case is on the verge of dismissal. This development comes after Giuliani's assets were shielded by bankruptcy protection, preventing his election workers- Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss - from collecting a $148 million judgment awarded to them for defamation. The judge, Sean H. Lane of the U.S Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York, signaled he is likely to dismiss Giuliani's bankruptcy case after two former Georgia election workers Giuliani defamed agreed it would be the best way for them to collect at least part of the $148 million judgment against the former New York City mayor. Dismissal would remove the shield surrounding Giuliani's assets and allow Freeman and Moss, as well as other creditors, to pursue his money in courts. This development also allows Giuliani to appeal the defamation judgment. However, it should be noted that a dismissal of the bankruptcy case wouldn't let Giuliani off the hook for his debts entirely; his creditors could pursue other legal remedies to recoup at least some of the money they're owed, such as getting a court order to seize his apartments and other assets. In addition, Giuliani faces criminal charges in Georgia and Arizona for efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election. He has pleaded not guilty to all charges.


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Confidence

85%

Doubts
  • Are there any legal challenges to the dismissal of Giuliani's bankruptcy case?
  • Is the $148 million judgment against Rudy Giuliani final and enforceable?

Sources

82%

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Judge says Rudy Giuliani bankruptcy case likely to be dismissed. But his debts aren't going away

ABC NEWS SITE NAMES Name: ABC News Site Names URL: https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/us-officially-blames-iran_106834435 ABC News Wednesday, 10 July 2024 22:02
  • Unique Points
    • Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy case is likely to be dismissed by the judge.
    • Giuliani filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization in December 2021, days after two ex-Georgia election workers won a $148 million defamation judgment against him.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (30%)
    The article contains selective reporting as it only reports details that support the author's position. The author states that 'A judge said Wednesday he was leaning toward throwing out Rudy Giuliani’s bankruptcy case after lawyers for the cash-strapped former New York City mayor and his biggest creditors agreed this was the best way forward.' However, it fails to mention that Giuliani's lawyer also proposed continuing the case with a trustee taking control of his assets. The author also uses emotional manipulation by stating 'Giuliani’s targeting of them because of Trump’s lies about the 2020 election being stolen led to death threats that made them fear for their lives.' This statement is not directly from the judge or a credible source and could be manipulating the reader's emotions.
    • The author states 'A judge said Wednesday he was leaning toward throwing out Rudy Giuliani’s bankruptcy case after lawyers for the cash-strapped former New York City mayor and his biggest creditors agreed this was the best way forward.'
    • The author states 'Giuliani’s targeting of them because of Trump’s lies about the 2020 election being stolen led to death threats that made them fear for their lives.'
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains an appeal to authority and a potential dichotomous depiction. It includes Giuliani's debts but does not list any assets, potentially creating a false impression of his financial situation. The article also quotes Giuliani's lawyer without providing counter-argument or context, which could be seen as an appeal to authority.
    • The case has been roiled by creditors’ allegations that Giuliani is flouting bankruptcy laws and potentially hiding assets.
    • Giuliani filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization in December, days after Freeman and her daughter won their defamation case.
    • Giuliani’s lawyer, Gary Fischoff, said dismissing the case would allow the ex-mayor to pursue an appeal in the defamation case.
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

79%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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Giuliani hearing devolves into chaos as judge signals bankruptcy dismissal

The Hill News Site: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate-seethe-republicans-call-for-israeli-elections/ Zach Schonfeld, Wednesday, 10 July 2024 17:30
  • Unique Points
    • Judge Sean Lane signaled he will dismiss Rudy Giuliani’s bankruptcy after a chaotic hearing.
    • Giuliani agreed to dismiss his bankruptcy mere minutes before the hearing began but intervened during the proceeding.
    • Giuliani was accused of using bankruptcy as a delay tactic while hiding assets and spending egregiously.
    • The election workers’ lawyer, Rachel Strickland, wants the bankruptcy dismissed to unfreeze their lawsuit and enable them to collect their award.
  • Accuracy
    • Judge Sean Lane signaled he will dismiss Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy after a chaotic hearing.
    • Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy case is likely to be dismissed
    • The judge expressed concern that Giuliani’s past actions might lead to future misconduct.
  • Deception (30%)
    The article contains selective reporting as it only reports details that support the authors' position of Giuliani's bankruptcy being dismissed. The author also uses emotional manipulation by implying that Giuliani is hiding assets and spending egregiously, but no evidence is provided to support this claim. Additionally, there are statements made by individuals other than the authors which are not considered in the analysis.
    • Giuliani's bankruptcy has reached a crossroads after six months of increasing pressure from his creditors, who all accuse the former federal prosecutor of using bankruptcy as a delay tactic while he hides assets and spends egregiously.
    • The election workers want to dismiss the bankruptcy, which would unfreeze their lawsuit and enable them to begin collecting their staggering award.
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The authors use inflammatory rhetoric by describing Giuliani's behavior as 'chaotic', 'garbled interjections', and 'highly defamatory'. They also make an appeal to authority by quoting the judge's statement about his concerns regarding Giuliani's past. However, they do not explicitly state that the judge is an authority on Giuliani's character or actions.
    • A judge signaled he’ll dismiss Rudy Giuliani’s bankruptcy after a chaotic hearing Wednesday in which the judge at one point threatened to cut off the ex-New York City mayor’s microphone for interjecting.
    • Though Giuliani in a sudden shift consented to dismissing his bankruptcy mere minutes before the hearing began, he jumped in during the proceeding to push back against his creditors’ accusations he committed bankruptcy crimes.
    • Let me ask in court if we can make sure to have that muted, please.
    • Your honor, this is Rudolph Giuliani.
    • So I’m going to ask you to listen to me, and if you don’t, I’m going to have to cut you off.
    • The beginning, middle and end of this case has been about my clients and their judgment, to highlight with a bad-faith litigation tactic.
    • Mr. Giuliani hasn’t even pretended to comply with the duties and responsibilities as a debtor in possession. He regards this court as a pause button on his woes while he continues to live his life unbothered by creditors.
    • Because of his immoral conduct, his failure to comply with the reporting obligations, his failure to reply with court orders, they shouldn’t have to then step back behind the Freeman plaintiffs.
  • Bias (90%)
    The authors use language that depicts Giuliani as unreasonable and disruptive during the hearing. They also quote the judge expressing concern about Giuliani's past behavior and potential for criminal consequences.
    • “Highly defamatory, your honor!” Giuliani exclaimed.
      • “I’m leaning toward dismissal, frankly, because I am concerned that the past is prologue.” Lane said.
        • “Your honor, this is Rudolph Giuliani.” the ex-mayor explained.
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication

        94%

        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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        Judge Suggests He is Likely to Dismiss Rudy Giuliani’s Bankruptcy Case

        The Name Of The NZ Prefix. I PWA NZI.P.Was Dropped. Eileen Sullivan Wednesday, 10 July 2024 21:17
        • Unique Points
          • Judge Sean H. Lane of the US Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York is considering dismissing Rudolph W. Giuliani’s bankruptcy case
          • Giuliani filed for bankruptcy in December 2024 to hold off paying $148 million in damages to Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss without having to post a bond while appealing the judgment
        • Accuracy
          No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
        • Deception (80%)
          The author makes editorializing statements such as 'despite his obligation in bankruptcy proceedings to do so' and 'his lack of transparency with the court would continue'. These statements are not facts but rather the author's opinions.
          • 'despite his obligation in bankruptcy proceedings to do so', 'his lack of transparency with the court would continue'
        • Fallacies (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Bias (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication

        100%

        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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        Giuliani's bankruptcy case appears likely to be dismissed, opening door for collection of damages

        ABC NEWS SITE NAMES Name: ABC News Site Names URL: https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/us-officially-blames-iran_106834435 ABC News Wednesday, 10 July 2024 22:06
        • Unique Points
          • Giuliani was disbarred in New York for false and misleading statements about the 2020 election
          • Giuliani faces criminal charges in Georgia and Arizona for efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election
        • Accuracy
          No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
        • Deception (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Fallacies (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Bias (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication

        86%

        The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
        (Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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        Rudy Giuliani interrupts his own bankruptcy hearing, yelling it's 'defamatory' to accuse him of bankruptcy fraud

        Business Insider Jacob Shamsian Wednesday, 10 July 2024 22:07
        • Unique Points
          • Rudy Giuliani interrupted a bankruptcy hearing to complain about defamatory suggestions of bankruptcy crimes.
          • Giuliani owes $148 million in damages for defaming Ruby Freeman and Wandrea Moss.
        • Accuracy
          • Creditors accused Giuliani of hiding streams of income and filing misleading financial statements.
        • Deception (50%)
          The author makes editorializing statements by using the words 'defamatory' and 'scathing' to describe the attorney's comments. He also uses selective reporting by only mentioning Giuliani's interruption of the hearing without providing context as to why Strickland was making her statements.
          • Her voice scathing.
          • It’s defamatory to suggest he would commit bankruptcy crimes by hiding his assets.
        • Fallacies (85%)
          The author makes an appeal to authority when stating that 'Giuliani's attorneys appeared in person in Manhattan’s bankruptcy court for the hearing, but Giuliani himself called in by phone.' This statement implies that the fact that Giuliani's attorneys were present and he was not is significant. However, this does not necessarily mean anything about the validity of Giuliani's claims or his intentions regarding bankruptcy fraud.
          • ][The author] The judge said he’ll probably dismiss Giuliani’s bankruptcy case Wednesday[[/],
        • Bias (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication
        • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
          None Found At Time Of Publication