Week 1 - Discussion 1

Ashford 2: - Week 1 - Discussion 1 - Applying the Law to a Set of Facts

Applying the Law to a Set of Facts

Read the Hypothetical Case Problem #1 at the end of Chapter 1 and respond to these questions:
1.    If Javier sued Energy-Auto Inc., identify who would be the plaintiff and the defendant. 
2.    In which state or states can the suit be brought? 
3.    Assume that Javier incurred $100,000 in damages. 

a)    Analyze whether the suit can be brought in federal court
b)    Explain the advantages and disadvantages of federal versus state court for this type of suit.

Guided Response: Analyze and respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings. Do you agree with their conclusions? Did the facts you considered important in determining jurisdiction differ from your classmates?  Explain why or why not.

Reference

Rogers, S. (2012). Essentials of Business Law. San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education, Inc.

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