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From Morguard To Club Resorts: The Evolution Of The Real And Substantial Connection Test

In This Issue: - Introduction - Morguard and the “Real and Substantial Connection” Requirement for Assumed Jurisdiction - The Muscutt Test (2002): Eight Contextual Factors - The Van Breda Test (2010): An Attempt...more

New Year, New Ways to Fight the FNC Battle in Illinois Fennell v. Illinois Central Railroad Co.

A recent Illinois Supreme Court case represents an encouraging turn for aviation defendants in a state where it has been nearly impossible to achieve dismissal on forum non conveniens grounds in foreign aviation accident...more

Van Breda: A Revised Approach to Assumed Jurisdiction

On “Black Friday” many American retailers are known to offer deep discounts which draw a large number of bargain hunting shoppers. But what happens if a visiting Ontario bargain-seeking motorist is injured in a collision with...more