Terraform Stakeholders Have a Deadline for Claims
By TH3FUS3 Editorial Staff
July 23, 2024 02:34 PM
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TL;DR The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has set a deadline for Terraform Labs stakeholders to submit preliminary Crypto Loss Proofs of Claim by August 21, 2024. This filing is crucial for voting on the Chapter 11 plan. It focuses solely on voting eligibility and not on the eventual distribution of claims.
The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has notified stakeholders of Terraform Labs Pte. Ltd. (TFL) and Terraform Labs Limited (TLL) that they have until August 21, 2024, at 5:00 pm (ET) to submit their preliminary Crypto Loss Proofs of Claim.
Stakeholders are urged to file their claims if they intend to vote on Terraform's Chapter 11 plan. The actual claim for reimbursement distribution will Be addressed later in the bankruptcy process.
Eligibility and Deadlines
The court has detailed that stakeholders with claims against TFL arising before January 21, 2024, and TLL before July 1, 2024, must file by the stipulated deadline to ensure their participation in the voting process.
This preliminary filing will not impact the final submission for distribution under the Plan, which remains a separate matter.
Via X, Terra powered by LUNA (@terra_money) clarified: "If you have a Crypto Loss Claim against TFL that arose before January 21, 2024, or against TLL that occurred before July 1, 2024, please file them by the Preliminary Crypto Loss Claims Bar Date to ensure your claim is considered for chapter 11 voting purposes only.
To avoid doubt, the Preliminary Crypto Loss Claim Bar Date is for chapter 11 plan voting purposes only, not for allowance or distribution, which will be addressed in the chapter 11 plan."
Submission Process
Stakeholders are directed to submit their Crypto Loss Proofs of Claim either through the official website of Epiq Corporate Restructuring, LLC, the claims and noticing agent, or by delivering their claims by hand or through mail to the designated addresses.
It is emphasized that claims must be filed in English, denominated in US dollars as of the applicable petition date, and must be signed under penalty of perjury.
The definition of a 'Crypto Loss Claim' includes claims against the Debtors arising from the purchase, sale, or rescission of transactions involving a wide array of crypto assets linked to the Terra ecosystem.
This covers various forms, including wrapped or bridged versions on any coin or token, staked or bonded Terra crypto assets, and any derivatives or swaps.
Who Needs to File?
Regarding eligibility for filing, it is specified that all persons or entities holding Crypto Loss Claims against the Debtors that arose before the petition dates and who wish to vote on the Chapter 11 plan must file a claim.
Exemptions are granted to those stakeholders who have already filed a Proof of Claim in a form substantially similar to the Preliminary Crypto Loss Proof of Claim Form, those whose claims have been allowed or paid in full by the Debtors, and creditors who do not wish to vote on the Plan.
"The failure to file a Preliminary Crypto Loss Proof of Claim by the deadline will result in the inability of stakeholders to vote on the Chapter 11 plan. However, this will not bar them from filing a claim for future distributions under the confirmed Plan, highlighting the procedural nuances of these bankruptcy cases."
Next Steps
When voting, stakeholders are encouraged to act promptly to ensure their claims are considered. As the deadline approaches, stakeholders must review the specific guidelines and requirements to avoid any disqualifications.
Proper filing ensures their participation in shaping the future of Terraform Labs through the Chapter 11 plan.