Middletown, DE-based One Off Rod & Custom, LLC has officially sought Chapter 11 protection. The latest move is directed towards restructuring its finances based on liquidity troubles, creditor obligations, and additional liabilities and operational pressures.
As a small business shop, the debtor offers automotive restoration and custom fabrication services. It is hoping to continue the operations through the proceedings under court supervision.
One Off Rod & Custom, LLC Files for Chapter 11
The company submitted its petition voluntarily on May 6, 2026. Case filings show the company has qualified as a small business debtor and chosen to move further using Subchapter V proceedings. The Chapter 11 Subchapter V is designed to help small businesses reorganize through a faster and less expensive bankruptcy process.
The case filings, as available on PACER, state that attorney Damien Nicholas Tancredi of Flaster/Greenberg P.C. is the legal counsel for One Off Rod & Custom, LLC.
Company owner Garyson Corkell signed the Chapter 11 petition filed with the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. According to the list of equity security holders submitted by the company, Corkell has 100% ownership of the company.
The filing also included a corporate ownership statement identifying Corkell as the company’s sole equity holder.
Reasons Stated in the Petition
The company submitted its petition voluntarily on May 6, 2026. Case filings show that it has qualified as a small business debtor and chosen to move further using Subchapter V proceedings. This Chapter 11 provision allows businesses to complete the process in a comparatively quicker and cheaper way than regular cases.
In the filing, the company said the bankruptcy process would help preserve operations while addressing obligations to creditors and other stakeholders.
Operations to Continue as Normal
Court filings indicate the company intends to continue normal operations as a debtor-in-possession. Some of its daily activities, which are set to continue, include maintenance of existing bank accounts and cash management system.
The company is also seeking authorization to use cash collateral and obtain debtor-in-possession financing.
The petition further shed light on its potential plan to sell assets pursuant to Section 363 of the Bankruptcy Court. In line with this, it can negotiate, propose, and file a plan of reorganization.
Other summarized details from the Chapter 11 petition are given here:
- Filing Date: May 6, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition
- Chapter: 11, Subchapter V
- Case Number: 26-10690
- Estimated Assets: Between $0-$50,000
- Estimated Liabilities: Between $0-$50,000
- Estimated Creditors: Between 1 and 49
- Reason for Filing: Restructure business under court supervision
About the Company
According to the official website, the company is led by Garyson Corkell, who holds 20 plus years of experience in the automotive industry. Services at the Middletown location involve solutions related to custom-built hot rods, fabrication work, classic car restorations, and maintenance services.
One Off Rod & Custom, LLC’s offerings are also available at nearby places, including Washington, Philadelphia, and Baltimore.
The latest filing marks a notable moment for the company as it hopes to adjust its finances while not stopping regular operations. A coherent restructuring plan and upcoming court rulings are expected to shape the company’s future financial footing.
