BL #2

True/False: Cyberspace has its own jurisdiction.

False

True/False: Federal courts are superior (i.e., of higher rank) to state courts.

False

True/False: Generally, a state court can exercise jurisdiction over anyone within the boundaries of the state, even if the person lives in another state.

True

True/False: State courts are independent of federal courts.

True

True/False: To have "standing to sue," a party must have been harmed or have been threatened with harm by the action about which he or she complains.

True

Eva (plaintiff) files a suit against Jack (defendant). The document that sets out the grounds for the court's jurisdiction, the legal basis of Eva's case, and the relief that Eva seeks is called the: a. Complaint b. Service of Process c. Answer d. Statement of Claim

a

Betty files a suit against Bob. Before going to trial, the parties meet, with their attorneys to represent them, to try to resolve their dispute without the involvement of a third party. This is: a. litigation b. negotiation c. mediation d. arbitration

b

HTM Co. (aka Harmful Toy Manufacturing Company) sells toy products that are poorly made. Steve, who has never bought an HTM toy, files a lawsuit against HTM Co., alleging that its products are defective. The company could ask the court to dismiss the lawsuit on the basis that Steve does not have: a. jurisdiction b. standing c. venue d. sufficient minimum contacts

b

Bob files a suit against Mary. At the trial, each party's attorney presents the party's case before a judge who hears the dispute and renders a legally binding decision. This is: a. negotiation b. mediation c. litigation d. arbitration

c

JoAnn files a suit against Betty. Before going to trial, the parties meet, with their attorneys to represent them, to try to resolve their dispute. A third party assists them in reaching a settlement of their dispute. This is: a. negotiation b. litigation c. arbitration d. mediation

d