Larry lives in Crown Point, Indiana with his daughter Jessica. Jim, Jessica's boyfriend, lives in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!
Question:
- Larry lives in Crown Point, Indiana with his daughter Jessica. Jim, Jessica's boyfriend, lives in Valparaiso, Indiana. One night, Jim takes Jessica to a party where they both consume a lot of alcohol. Jim drives Jessica home and gets into a car accident. The driver of the car that Jim hit is from Ohio. The accident causes Jessica's death. Although Jim will be charged criminally, Jessica's father, Larry, wants to sue Jim for wrongful death on behalf of his daughter.
- Answer the following questions:
- In what court system(s) (federal, state, or/and local) would Larry be able to bring his suit and why?
- Does the Court have personal jurisdiction over all of the parties? If so, why?
- Is Indiana the correct venue?
Related Book For
Smith and Roberson Business Law
ISBN: 978-0538473637
15th Edition
Authors: Richard A. Mann, Barry S. Roberts
Posted Date: