Asked by denice cuellar on Jun 17, 2024
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In a case based on diversity of citizenship, a court will apply
A) federal common law.
B) the relevant state law.
C) any law that the parties to the case agree to apply to their dispute.
D) the law that produces the most equitable result.
Diversity of Citizenship
A legal term in the United States that refers to cases where opposing parties in a lawsuit are citizens of different states or countries, allowing the case to be heard in federal court.
Federal Common Law
A body of law developed by federal courts in the absence of specific statutes, based on precedents and principles.
Relevant State Law
Laws enacted by individual states within a country that are applicable and important within the state's jurisdiction.
- Discern the distinctions regarding the areas of authority of state versus federal law and when each is applicable.
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Learning Objectives
- Discern the distinctions regarding the areas of authority of state versus federal law and when each is applicable.
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