Erie Doctrine Flashcards

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When does it apply ? Erie Doctrine

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Fed. Courts resolves claim that does not arise under federal law (diversity/supplemental action) & state and federal law conflicts

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Resolution

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State law governs unless there is a federal statute, rule (civ pro/evidence) or trial by jury issue.

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