Erie doctrine Flashcards
1
Q
When doers Erie apply?
A
When there is a diversity case where we have conflicting federal and state laws
2
Q
When do you apply which type of law?
A
- State substantive law
- Federal procedural law
TIP: If close, go state
3
Q
What if we have a conflict of laws between two states?
A
Apply the law of the state where the federal court sits
