Questions And Correct Answers
What is the first step to a lawsuit? - CORRECT ANSWERS The lawsuit is begun by
serving or filing a complaint and a summons
ii. Complaint
A document issued by the plaintiff that contains allegations
1. A statement showing the jurisdiction of the court
2. Details about why the plaintiff is suing the defendant
3. A claim for relief (usually a request for money)
What is jurisdiction? - CORRECT ANSWERS Must provide the court/defendant enough
information to answer the following
The authority of the court in which the complaint was filed to hear the case
What two things must be satisfied for a court to have jurisdiction? - CORRECT
ANSWERS a. Subject matter jurisdiction
The court's power to decide cases of a particular category
b. In personam jurisdiction
Authority of a court over the defendant
What is contained in a complaint? - CORRECT ANSWERS Basis for the claim
i. The complaint must explain to the defendant and the court the circumstances comprising the
plaintiff's claim
ii. Need to contain allegations detailing the reasons why the plaintiff is suing
Claim for relief