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Question 1

A plaintiff from Colorado sues a defendant from Kansas in federal district court in Colorado, asserting only a state-law negligence claim and seeking $70,000 in damages. The defendant moves to dismiss for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction. How should the court rule?

Grant the motion, because the amount in controversy does not exceed $75,000 Deny the motion, because there is complete diversity of citizenship Deny the motion, because federal courts have supplemental jurisdiction over all state claims Grant the motion, because negligence claims must be brought in state court

Correct Answer:

Grant the motion, because the amount in controversy does not exceed $75,000

Question 2

A corporation is incorporated in Delaware and has its corporate headquarters and principal executive offices in Colorado, where its officers direct the company's activities. For purposes of diversity jurisdiction, where is the corporation a citizen?

Only Delaware, its state of incorporation Both Delaware and Colorado Only Colorado, where it conducts most operations Every state where it does business

Correct Answer:

Both Delaware and Colorado

Question 3

A defendant is served with process while voluntarily present in the forum state to attend a business meeting unrelated to the lawsuit. The plaintiff sues the defendant in that state. Is personal jurisdiction proper?

No, because the contacts are unrelated to the claim No, unless the defendant is domiciled in the forum Yes, based on tag jurisdiction from in-state personal service Yes, but only if the defendant consented in writing

Correct Answer:

Yes, based on tag jurisdiction from in-state personal service

Question 4

In a federal diversity action governed by Colorado substantive law, the parties dispute whether a state statute of limitations or the more generous federal common-law tolling rule applies. Which governs?

The federal tolling rule, because federal courts apply federal procedure Whichever rule the federal judge believes is fairer Neither; the court must certify the question to the Colorado Supreme Court The Colorado statute of limitations, because it is substantive under Erie

Correct Answer:

The Colorado statute of limitations, because it is substantive under Erie

Question 5

A plaintiff files a complaint in federal court. The defendant believes the complaint, even if all facts are true, fails to state a legally cognizable claim. Which motion should the defendant file?

A motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim under Rule 12(b)(6) A motion for summary judgment under Rule 56 A motion for judgment on the pleadings under Rule 7 A motion for a more definite statement under Rule 8

Correct Answer:

A motion to dismiss for failure to state a claim under Rule 12(b)(6)

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