Cause of action: fact(s) that gives person right to judicial relief

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1. Cause of action: fact(s) that gives person right to judicial relief

Judge-made law, originated from England.
ex. Plaintiff sues defendant in fed court loses. Plaintiff sues in state court. To successfully assert Res Judicata party must show four things: 1.) Same claim COA pursued: Broadly defined by courts. Best to join all claims to claim you are initially seeking. If you don't may lose ability to sue for claim later. Ancillary jurisdiction: supplemental jurisdiction; 2.) Same parties: real parties and interest. Can't have parent sue on behalf of minor and then minor turn and sue when an adult. 3.)Decided by court in final judgment: temp orders. Tempt injunction. Would not be final judgment. (out of court settlements either) 3.) Based on the merits: substance of the case not dismissed or technical/procedural reason.
Citizens of two different states (domiciles) suing each other
There must be complete diversity, meaning all plaintiffs must be diverse from all defendants. Exceptions: interpleader and class action suits

Cause of action: fact(s) that gives person right to judicial relief

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