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Does the court have basis to dismiss the action?
Does the court have basis to dismiss the action?
- Yes, because Paul is a Texas resident
- No, because the case involves diversity jurisdiction (correct)
- Yes, because Drunk Driver is a Lousianna resident
- No, because Paul is suing for $75,000
What is the main reason Paul sues Drunk Driver in Federal Court?
What is the main reason Paul sues Drunk Driver in Federal Court?
- Because Paul is a Texas resident
- Because Drunk Driver is a Lousianna resident
- Because the accident occurred in Texas
- Because the amount in controversy exceeds $75,000 (correct)
Why does Drunk Driver move to dismiss the action?
Why does Drunk Driver move to dismiss the action?
- Because Paul is a Texas resident
- Because Drunk Driver is a Lousianna resident
- Because there is lack of diversity jurisdiction (correct)
- Because the accident occurred in Texas
Study Notes
Does the court have basis to dismiss the action? What is the main reason Paul sues Drunk Driver in Federal Court? Why does Drunk Driver move to dismiss the action?
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Test your knowledge of diversity jurisdiction with this quiz! Explore a scenario where a Texas resident sues a Louisiana resident in federal court for injuries caused by a drunk driving accident. Determine whether the court has grounds to dismiss the action based on diversity jurisdiction.
