Spencer v. Shearer (In Re Shearer)

MEMORANDUM OPINION

ARTHUR B. FEDERMAN, Bankruptcy Judge.

This adversary proceeding was filed to determine the dischargeability of debtor’s obligation arising out of an automobile accident which occurred prior to the bankruptcy filing. Plaintiffs obtained a judgment against defendanl/debtor (“debtor”) subsequent to the bankruptcy filing. This is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(I). The Court has jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1334 and § 157(a). For the reasons set forth below, I find that the debt is non-disehargeable.

FACTUAL AND PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND

The judgment against…