Jurisdiction of Federal + State Courts

Question 1

Rule of Reasonableness

Answer 1

There must be a connection (Nexus) between a case and the place where the court sits (geographical reasonableness)

Question 2

Zippo Case

Answer 2

Internet sales in a state may be enough to give that state personal jurisdiction over the business

Question 3

Carnival Cruise Line Case

Answer 3

Inserted forum selection clause in their ticketing contract with customer agreeing any lawsuits be limited to the state of Florida DC.