Question

If Company X sues Company Y in the state in which Company X is incorporated on the basis of Company Y's Internet activity alone but for a matter unrelated to the Internet activity, on what basis could a court dismiss the suit for lack of personal jurisdiction under (i) general jurisdiction, and (ii) specific jurisdiction? Explain.

Answer 1

A jurisdiction is an area over which someone has legal authority in terms of geographical boundaries or in terms of certain kinds of subjects.

If Company X sues Company Y in the state in which Company X is incorporated on the basis of Company Y's Internet activity alone but for a matter unrelated to the Internet activity, on what basis could a court dismiss the suit for lack of personal jurisdiction under specific jurisdiction.

As we know, General Jurisdiction is the court's authority to hear all kinds of cases except those prohibited by the laws in that state. Case types include civil, criminal, family, probate, and others.

So, Company X must file a case under general jurisdiction.