Venue Flashcards
1
Q
Venue
A
region within a particular state where suit can be brought
2
Q
Venue is dictated by:
A
where the bad guy lives and where the bad thing went down
3
Q
If all D’s reside in the same state, venue is proper:
A
district where any single D resides
4
Q
If D’s reside in multiple states
A
location of harm
5
Q
Transferring venues
A
You can move between federal court but not state or foreign courts
6
Q
Reasons for transfer:
A
Convenience
Agreement
Interest of Justice
7
Q
Forum non conveniens:
A
If most convenient forum not in the US, court cannot transfer, but can dismiss without prejudice so P can refile in proper country, may not be in US.
