FDIC Changes Deposit Insurance Rules For Mortgage Loan Securitizations

The Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 (the "Act") temporarily increased the standard maximum deposit insurance amount from $100,000 to $250,000, effective October 3, 2008, and ending December 31, 2009. After that date, barring further action by Congress and the President, the standard maximum deposit insurance amount will return to $100,000.

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Bank's Claim For Unjust Enrichment Governed By Three-Year Statute of Limitations

Question: Is a bank's claim against its borrower for unjust enrichment arising out of the borrower's nonpayment of a promissory note governed by the four-year statue of limitations for breach of written contract?

Answer: No, according to the Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division One, in Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation v. Richard K. Dintino (D051447), decided October 2, 2008.

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