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Penn State International Law Review

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Another Look At The Eec Judgments Convention: Should Outsiders Be Worried?, Bruce M. Landay Jan 1987

Another Look At The Eec Judgments Convention: Should Outsiders Be Worried?, Bruce M. Landay

Penn State International Law Review

This article addresses the problems of "exorbitant" jurisdiction under the EEC Judgments Convention. Specifically, the author discusses the threat that Article 4 of this document may be used by EEC members to exercise in personam jurisdiction against non-member states. The history and usage of "exorbitant" jurisdiction are discussed, with reference to its legal development, its application under the EEC convention, and its importance in terms of the Hague Draft Convention.


Transnational Litigation In American Courts: An Overview Of Problems And Issues, Robert B. Von Mehren Jan 1984

Transnational Litigation In American Courts: An Overview Of Problems And Issues, Robert B. Von Mehren

Penn State International Law Review

This Article discusses problems and issues that attorneys practicing in the area of transnational litigation must understand. These issues include obtaining jurisdiction, forum non conveniens, and service of summons.