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Petition
Definition:
The document that commences a bankruptcy proceeding. plan of reorganization - the document setting forth how a bankrupt company plans to satisfy its creditors.
Exclusivity (period of)
Definition:
A debtor in Chapter 11 has the exclusive right to file a plan of reorganization for the first 120 days of its bankruptcy. Thereafter, unless the period of exclusivity is extended by the court, other parties may file reorganization plans.
Chapter Twenty Two
Definition:
An unofficial term describing a company that has filed for Chapter 11 twice.
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