Oi files for protection from creditors

(Telecompaper) Brazilian operator Oi has filed a request for judicial reorganization at the Court of the State of Rio de Janeiro, in an attempt to protect its assets from creditors while it renegotiates its debts. Oi started negotiations with creditors last month, but has already faced lawsuits attempting to seize some of its assets in lieu of payment for debt. Oi said the court filing for judicial protection was "the most appropriate course of action at this time", given the challenges in meeti