Sue, a resident of the state of New York, is visiting her aunt in Iowa. On her w

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Sue, a resident of the state of New York, is visiting her aunt in Iowa. On her way, her car is hit by Jerry, a resident of the state of Iowa who is drunk. Sue is injured in the accident. Which of the following actions is Sue allowed to take?

-Sue can file a case against Jerry only in the Iowa state court as this is a matter that involves state negligence law.

-Sue can sue Jerry and bring the case to Iowa state court provided that the dollar amount of the controversy exceeds $75,000.

-Sue can file a case against Jerry in the New York state court as she is a resident of that state.

-Sue can sue Jerry and bring the case to Iowa federal court as this is a case that involves diversity of citizenship.

I think its the last statement but I want to make sure. I believe she should be able to sue in a state that she is not a resident of.

Explanation / Answer

Sue can sue Jerry and bring the case to lowa federal court as this is a case that involves diversity of citizenship.

She can sue her in another state.

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