The case of Martha
The case of Martha: For each of the following situations, determine whether you think the matter should be heard in state or federal court. Post your responses on the Discussion Board. Make sure to include detailed explanations of how you reached your conclusions.
Martha, a Massachusetts resident, wants to sue Susan, a Massachusetts resident, for $80,000 based on a car accident.
Sam, a Massachusetts resident, wants to sue Jill, a Vermont resident, for $80,000 based on breach of contract.
Rhonda wants to divorce her husband David. They both live in California.
George, who lives in Texas, is involved in a dispute with Harold, who lives in Oklahoma. The matter could be heard in either of the state courts or federal court, as it meets the jurisdictional requires of all. What factors other than jurisdiction should George take into consideration when deciding which court to bring his case?
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The case of Martha should be solved within state jurisdiction. This is because it involves dispute that has occurred within the state. Moreover, both the defendant and the complainant come from the same state and this makes it possible for the case to be solved within the same jurisdiction……………………….
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