Asked by Jacob Wadsworth on Sep 29, 2024
Calvin,a resident of South Park,Colorado,creates a website called "But Seriously" which acts as an electronic billboard for posting funny stories.Ted,a resident of Northridge,California,posts a story on the website.Stu,another California resident from San Diego,files a lawsuit against Calvin in a federal district court in California,claiming that Calvin had defamed him on his website.Based on these facts,does Calvin have sufficient "minimum contacts" to give the California federal district court in personam jurisdiction over him?
A) No,Ted's posting alone is not enough to create sufficient "minimum contacts."
B) Yes,Ted's posting creates sufficient "minimum contacts."
C) Yes,by creating a website that is accessible in California,Calvin has sufficient "minimum contacts" with that state.
D) Calvin has sufficient "minimum contacts" with California only if Stu's claim is in excess of $75,000.
Minimum Contacts
The legal standard that determines the extent to which a court can exercise jurisdiction over an out-of-state defendant.
In Personam Jurisdiction
The legal authority of a court to make decisions affecting a person's rights or obligations within its jurisdiction.
Electronic Billboard
A digital display used for advertising in high-traffic areas, capable of displaying dynamic or static images.
- Comprehend the principles of minimum contacts and long-arm statutes in asserting personal jurisdiction.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the principles of minimum contacts and long-arm statutes in asserting personal jurisdiction.