Can a Foreign Corporation be Sued in New York?
General jurisdiction allows a court to hear any claim against a corporation, regardless of where the claim arose.
After Aybar, obtaining general jurisdiction over a foreign company is difficult.
To sue a foreign company in New York, use a forum selection clause.
Foreign Corporations Operating in New York
Foreign companies doing business in New York must meet requirements similar to New York corporations.
Foreign companies doing business in New York must also pay franchise taxes.
Jurisdiction and Litigation Strategies
U.S. law allows suing foreign companies in federal or state court where they engaged in relevant activity.
Suing a foreign hotel in New York requires establishing its agency to a larger company with New York contacts.
Can a Foreign Company File a Lawsuit in the US?
Before a foreign company can be hailed into a US court, it must be notified of the lawsuit.
US anti-discrimination laws do not apply to individuals working outside the U.S.
Legal Environment for Foreign Companies in the US
Increasing globalization exposes foreign companies to U.S. litigation.
U.S. courts are limiting the application of general jurisdiction to foreign defendants.
Steps in Suing a Foreign Corporation
Foreign companies can face legal actions if they breach contracts.
Considerations for Suing Foreign Corporations in Foreign Courts
Legal action in national courts may be complex if appropriate relief is not provided.