Caribbean Telecommunications Limited v Guyana Telephone & Telegraph Company Limited

midterm

overview

This case involved a company based in three different states, one of which is not U.S. territory.

The key issue was whether the U.S. courts have subject matter jurisdiction to hear the case.

issue

The primary question was whether jurisdiction existed in U.S. courts given the diversity of the states involved.

rule applied

The ruling established that U.S. courts can have jurisdiction over cases involving parties connected to different states, including those not considered U.S. territories.

procedural posture

The case was brought before the U.S. courts to determine the applicability of subject matter jurisdiction based on the diverse state connections.

holding

The court held that it could hear the case, confirming that subject matter jurisdiction was established.