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Law 101:  Understanding Personal Jurisdiction

In the intricate world of civil litigation, personal jurisdiction is a critical foundation upon which legal disputes are built and resolved.  Personal jurisdiction determines whether a court has the authority to exercise power over a particular person and adjudicate a case involving that person. Defining Personal Jurisdiction Personal jurisdiction refers to a court’s authority to...

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Law 101:  International Shoe Co. v. Washington

Photo Above by Joe Ravi, CC BY-SA 3.0 In the realm of legal history, certain cases continue to have a profound impact on the way our courts operate and conduct their affairs.  International Shoe Co. v. Washington, a 326 U.S. 310 (1945), landmark Supreme Court case decided in 1945, is one such example. For more information on how Munger • Denker • Ruiz • Barbour, can help you please...