In Briggs and Stratton Corp

question 19

Multiple Choice

In Briggs and Stratton Corp.v.Baldridge,Briggs was blacklisted by Arab countries because of its compliance with U.S.anti-boycott regulations.Briggs subsequently brought a lawsuit claiming damages as a result of U.S.government action.Specifically,Briggs demanded "just compensation" under the Fifth Amendment "takings clause." The court:

• A) invoked sovereign immunity to avoid taking subject matter jurisdiction.
• B) refused relief because the amount of damages was "speculative, at best."
• C) refused relief because Briggs's property had not been "seized or restrained."
• D) allowed relief, since Briggs could demonstrate a complete taking of certain contractual opportunities and reasonable investment expectations.
• E) refused relief because Briggs lacked "standing."

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