Betty, a citizen of California, hits Bob with her automobile in Texas.It is her fault and involves a question of state, not federal law.Bob wants to bring a suit against Betty for $21,000 for personal injuries.Which court would have jurisdiction?

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Since the accident occurred in Texas, a Texas state court has jurisdiction over the case. A California federal court and Texas federal court would not have jurisdiction because this is a case of state law, not federal law.

Betty, a Citizen of California, Hits Bob with Her Automobile