International Law?

Question

Can a Chinese Compay Sue an American Company in Civil Court?

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Great answer Cora. Thanks. I like the blog as well. I don't suppose you knew a guy named Ed S. in Boca? If you did, you will guess his last name. He is my bro and a lot of fun! Thanks again.

Answer 1

If you're asking whether a foreign company can sue an American company in American civil court, then generally yes.

The jurisdiction and forum is determined based on the defendant's residence/domicile. So, if a Montana company was being sued, jurisdiction would be in Montana regardless of who the plaintiff was.

Answer 2

freedomhammer has an interesting point/ story.
I am in Canada and have heard of this case a few times. The national news here reported that the only legal recourse the man has is to "sue" Israel in International court (Geneva Convention) - although the location of the trial may be in the US. The Canadian Government has so far said they have no interest in being involved.
My understanding of US Civil law would suggest the ability to sue would depend on 1) the type of "infraction" and 2) where/ to what extent the "infraction" occurred.
Good luck!

Answer 3

I just heard about a Canadian who was arrested in Israel for taking pictures of the Lebanese border. He was thrown in jail for a couple of weeks in Israel and badly treated. Finally the israelis decided he was harmless and releasd him. As it turns out, even though he is a Canadian citizen, he can sue Israel in a United States court, even though he is not a US citizen and the US had nothing to do with it. This was reported on CNN by their legal wizard...

Very curious indeed.