On August 10, Bank Hapoalim BM, an Israeli bank, filed a summons with notice against JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York state court in connection with its purchase of $361 million in residential mortgage-backed securitites.  Bank Hapoalim alleges that the purchase offerings were based on fraudulent misrepresentations and omissions regarding the characteristics of the mortgage loans underlying the securities.  Bank Hapoalim asserts that Goldman Sachs either knew the information in the offerings was wrong or was negligent in not knowing.  Bank Hapoalim asserts causes of action for common law fraud, fraudulent inducement, negligent misrepresentation, aiding and abetting fraud, declaratory judgment, and contract claims, including rescissory damages.  Summons with Notice.