Subsequently, on the advice of their attorney, Gruntruck filed for bankruptcy in an attempt to break free of their contract. The label sued to block the bankruptcy petition, resulting in a precedent-setting case that has been cited in subsequent cases, written up in legal journals, and eventually inspiring major congressional legislation. The court ultimately ruled in Gruntruck's favor, but the litigation would exact a severe financial and emotional toll on the band.
After consulting with their lawyer, Gruntruck filed for bankruptcy to break free from their contract. The label opposed this move, leading to a groundbreaking case that has been cited in other cases, discussed in legal journals, and ultimately resulted in major congressional legislation. Although the court ruled in Gruntruck's favor, the legal battle had a severe financial and emotional impact on the band.