Consider the legal case/lawsuit of: John Jones and Smithworks, Inc. v. Acme, Inc. and Susan Brown

-- This is a negligence claim/lawsuit for $80,000 in damages based on Florida state law.

-- Jones is a resident of the state of Florida

-- Smithworks, Inc. is a California corporation with headquarters in Florida

-- Acme, Inc. is a Delaware (state) corporation with headquarters in the state of Pennsylvania.

-- Brown is a resident of the state of New York.

Use some scratch paper to write down the name of the case and indicate which parties are to be considered residents of which states.

Then, ANSWER BOTH OF THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

(i) Can this legal claim/lawsuit be filed in a state court? (explain in detail)

(ii) Can this legal claim/lawsuit be filed in a federal court? (explain in great detail--be specific/precise & be sure to demonstrate your understanding of any relevant legal principles).

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Answer Name of the Case John Jones and Smithworks Inc v Acme Inc and Susan Brown Residency of Parties John Jones Resident of Florida Smithworks Inc Ca... View the full answer