The Forum Non Conveniens Principle Allows a Court to Refuse

question 66

Multiple Choice

The forum non conveniens principle allows a court to refuse to hear a proceeding because another jurisdiction is more appropriate or more closely connected to the matter.Factors relevant to determining which of the multiple forums is more appropriate include all of the following EXCEPT

• A)the convenience,location,and expense for parties and witnesses in each forum.
• B)the avoidance of multiple proceedings-that is,whether a foreign jurisdiction has already assumed jurisdiction.
• C)the law to be applied to the dispute.
• D)whether the plaintiff has been declared a frivolous and vexatious litigant.
• E)the ability to enforce any resulting judgment.

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Definitions:

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The capacity of one party to influence or exert pressure in negotiations to sway outcomes in their favor, often determined by their resources or alternatives.

Selling A Contract

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