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mrsjacobs44 · **on:** Aug 3, 2018

What are the tests used to determine whether the exercise of specific jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant is appropriate?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

If the time, place, or manner of acceptance is not specified in the offer, the offeree may ________ another method of acceptance.

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

carolinefletcherr · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 3, 2018

Answer to Question 1

The U.S. Supreme Court established the minimum contacts test in International Shoe v. Washington. The Ninth Circuit in Boschetto v. Hansing also set forth a three-part test focusing on 1) whether the non-resident purposefully availed himself; 2) the claim arises out of or relates to the defendant's forum related activities; and 3) the exercise of jurisdiction must comport with fair play and substantial justice.

Answer to Question 2

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