Justices Take On Mall of America-Sears Row in Bankruptcy Case (1)

The US Supreme Court agreed to review whether Minnesota’s Mall of America, as a creditor, can challenge bankrupt Sears Holdings Co.'s lease sale to a company controlled by the retailer’s former CEO.

The high court’s decision Monday in MOAC Mall Holdings v. Transform Holdco means the mall operator can continue its quest to undo the lease sale that was completed in the midst of one of the largest and most notable retail bankruptcy cases.

The justices will zero in on whether Mall of America can appeal a bankruptcy court order approving the transfer of Sears’ lease at the mall ...