Principle

JURISDICTION — Jurisdiction of Court — Plaintiff’s Claim Determines Jurisdiction

Area of law
JURISDICTION
Court
Supreme Court

The plaintiff's claim is the primary determinant of a court's jurisdiction. The principle applies to civil procedure and jurisdiction.

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