Mega Case Filing

The following four related cases filed for bankruptcy in Western Wisconsin, pursuant to chapter 11 on September 15, 2008:

• Hurd Windows and Doors, Inc. 1-08-14794-tsu
• Monarch Holdings, Inc. 1-08-14796-tsu
• Monarch Manufacturing Company 1-08-14797-tsu
• American Weather-Seal Company 1-08-14799-tsu

Additional information is available by viewing the individual dockets by logging into PACER. If you need to create a login account for viewing documents visit the PACER website to register.

Updated Census Bureau Information

Visit the U.S. Trustee's website after September 8, 2008 for updated Census Bureau State Median Family Income figures. The proposed start date for these updates is for cases filed on or after October 1, 2008.

Upcoming ECF Upgrade

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Wisconsin is planning an upgrade of CM/ECF (to Version 3.2). Most of the changes are behind the scenes, but there are a few new and enhanced features added to assist electronic filers. Click on the bubbles to link to a summary of new features, video demonstrations, and more information. The ECF team believes that you will find the new version a step forward in providing a more user friendly E-Filing application. If you ever have questions or concerns about CM/ECF or E-Filing, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are always willing to provide a quick answer or assist you with your e-filing.

ECF User's Manual

This manual is designed as a guide to assist registered ECF Users in filing documents electronically. Although filing requirements and references to the Bankruptcy Code and/or Rules may be provided for some topics, this manual should not be relied upon exclusively by the user. The actual Bankruptcy Code and/or Rules should still be consulted.

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