In Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the trustee can assume or terminate unexpired leases or executory contracts. Learn more. If you have an unexpired lease or executory contract when you file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, the bankruptcy trustee may assume or terminate the lease or contract. Read on to learn what it means to assume or terminate a lease, how likely it is that the trustee will assume your lease, and what happens if you want to terminate the lease.
JCPenney History. JCPenney, also called JCP or Penneys, was founded by James Cash Penney in 1902 as the Golden Rule Store. Penney bought out his 2 partners in 1907 and began calling the stores J.C. Penny in 1913.
In 1913, the company was incorporated under the new name, J. C. Penney Company, with William Henry McManus as a co-founder. In 1914, the headquarters was moved to New York City to simplify buying, financing, and transportation of goods. By 1917, the company operated 175 stores in 22 states in the United States.