Estate of Jackson v. Hardaway (In re Hardaway)

Opinion (1) Granting Plaintiff’s Motion For Summary Judgment; (2) Denying Defendant’s Motion For Summary Judgment; And (3) Abstaining From Further Proceedings -

Phillip J. Shefferly, United States Bankruptcy Judge

Introduction

This matter is before the Court on cross motions for summary judgment with respect to a complaint to determine the non-dischargeability of a debt under § 523(a)(6) of the Bankruptcy Code. The plaintiff is the personal representative of an individual who was fatally shot by the defendant, the debtor in this Chapter 7 case. The plaintiff and the defendant have both moved for…