Can an insurance company in Australia sue me here in the US for an accident that took place there?
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Can an insurance company in Australia sue me here in the US for an accident that took place there?
Asked on September 7, 2012 under Accident Law, Michigan
Answers:
Howard Shernoff
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The question involves jurisdiction and venue. In terms of jurisdiction, even though the accident took place outside the US, your continuing presence in the US is sufficient for a US court to exercise jurisdiction. Venue generally is proper either where the claim occurred or in the state of residence of the defendant. A lawsuit filed against you in your state of residence likely would pass muster on these issues.
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