Plaintiff Friendly Jurisdiction Cases

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Summary

General legal principles favoring plaintiffs in diversity cases include the forum non conveniens doctrine and the Supreme Courts stance in Piper Aircraft v. Reyno, which supports the plaintiffs choice of forum. The 2nd Circuits Iragorri v. United Technologies Corp. Also emphasizes the importance of the plaintiffs forum choice. Other relevant cases include Wiwa v. Royal Dutch Petroleum Co. And PT United Can Co. Ltd. V. Crown Cork & Seal Co., which discuss standards of fair play and substantial justice and reasonableness in personal jurisdiction. For specific legal advice, consult a professional.

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General terms
As a legal information provider, I can tell you that in general:
- The 'forum non conveniens' doctrine allows courts to decline jurisdiction if a more appropriate forum is available.
- In Piper Aircraft v. Reyno, the Supreme Court held that a plaintiff's choice of forum should rarely be disturbed.
- However, specific case law from the 2nd Circuit, New York, that favors the plaintiff in diversity cases can vary. Please consult with a legal professional for more specific advice.
Any other cases in the 2nd circuit
Sure, another case from the 2nd Circuit that discusses jurisdiction and venue is Iragorri v. United Technologies Corp., which emphasizes the importance of plaintiff's choice of forum. However, each case is unique. For further case-specific advice, consult a legal professional.
Any other's
Other 2nd Circuit cases related to venue and personal jurisdiction include:
- Wiwa v. Royal Dutch Petroleum Co., which discusses the 'fair play and substantial justice' standard.
- PT United Can Co. Ltd. v. Crown Cork & Seal Co., where the court addressed 'reasonableness' in the context of personal jurisdiction.
Remember, each case is unique. For professional legal advice, consult a legal professional.