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77 California opinions name it 3 courts 1958–2026 27 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by California courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

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CaseFollowedCited
Pavlovich v. Superior Courtgreen
cal · 2002 · cited in 23 California opinions naming this issue, 2004–2026
2 sentences

2026Proc., § 410.10.)4 “A state court’s assertion of personal jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant who has not been served with process within the state comports with the requirements of the due process clause of the federal Constitution if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.” ’ ” (Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc. (1996) 14 Cal.4th 434, 444 (Vons), quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Under the minimum contacts test

2026(Snowney v. Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. (2005) 35 Cal.4th 1054, 1061 (Snowney); Pavlovich v. Superior Court (2002) 29 Cal.4th 262, 268 (Pavlovich); see Ford Motor Co. v. Montana Eighth Judicial District Court (2021) 592 U.S. 351, 358 (Ford Motor Co.) [under International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310 , 316-317 “a tribunal’s authority depends on the defendant’s having such ‘contacts’ with the forum State that ‘the maintenance of the suit’ is ‘reasonable, in the context of our federal system of government,’ and ‘does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justi

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International Shoe Co. v. Washingtongreen
scotus · 1945 · cited in 26 California opinions naming this issue, 1958–2026
2 sentences

2026Proc., § 410.10.)4 “A state court’s assertion of personal jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant who has not been served with process within the state comports with the requirements of the due process clause of the federal Constitution if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.” ’ ” (Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc. (1996) 14 Cal.4th 434, 444 (Vons), quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Under the minimum contacts test

2026(Snowney v. Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. (2005) 35 Cal.4th 1054, 1061 (Snowney); Pavlovich v. Superior Court (2002) 29 Cal.4th 262, 268 (Pavlovich); see Ford Motor Co. v. Montana Eighth Judicial District Court (2021) 592 U.S. 351, 358 (Ford Motor Co.) [under International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310 , 316-317 “a tribunal’s authority depends on the defendant’s having such ‘contacts’ with the forum State that ‘the maintenance of the suit’ is ‘reasonable, in the context of our federal system of government,’ and ‘does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justi

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Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc.green
cal · 1996 · cited in 23 California opinions naming this issue, 1998–2026
2 sentences

2026Proc., § 410.10.)4 “A state court’s assertion of personal jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant who has not been served with process within the state comports with the requirements of the due process clause of the federal Constitution if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.” ’ ” (Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc. (1996) 14 Cal.4th 434, 444 (Vons), quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Under the minimum contacts test

2026Proc., § 410.10.)4 “A state court’s assertion of personal jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant who has not been served with process within the state comports with the requirements of the due process clause of the federal Constitution if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.” ’ ” (Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc. (1996) 14 Cal.4th 434, 444 (Vons), quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Under the minimum contacts test

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Kulko v. Superior Court of Cal., City and County of San Franciscogreen
scotus · 1978 · cited in 12 California opinions naming this issue, 1979–2025
2 sentences

2025Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 ; see Snowney v. Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. (2005) 35 Cal.4th 1054, 1061 .) Under the minimum contacts test, courts ask “whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” (Kulko v. California Superior Court (1978) 436 U.S. 84, 92 .) There are “two types of personal jurisdiction: ‘general’ (sometimes called ‘all-purpose’) jurisdiction and ‘specific’ (sometimes called ‘case-linked’) jurisdiction.” (Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. v. Superior Court

2023Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 ; see Snowney v. Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. (2005) 35 Cal.4th 1054, 1061 .) Under the minimum contacts test, courts ask “whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s 2 All further undesignated statutory references are to this code. 7 activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” (Kulko v. California Superior Court (1978) 436 U.S. 84, 92 .) There are “two types of personal jurisdiction: ‘general’ (sometimes called ‘all-purpose’) jurisdiction and ‘specific’ (sometimes called ‘case

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Snowney v. Harrah's Entertainment, Inc.green
cal · 2005 · cited in 17 California opinions naming this issue, 2013–2026
2 sentences

2026Proc., § 410.10.)4 “A state court’s assertion of personal jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant who has not been served with process within the state comports with the requirements of the due process clause of the federal Constitution if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.” ’ ” (Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc. (1996) 14 Cal.4th 434, 444 (Vons), quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Under the minimum contacts test

2026Proc., § 410.10.)4 “A state court’s assertion of personal jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant who has not been served with process within the state comports with the requirements of the due process clause of the federal Constitution if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.” ’ ” (Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc. (1996) 14 Cal.4th 434, 444 (Vons), quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Under the minimum contacts test

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Burger King Corp. v. Rudzewiczgreen
scotus · 1985 · cited in 18 California opinions naming this issue, 1995–2023
2 sentences

2023(Burger King Corp. v. Rudzewicz (1985) 471 U.S. 462, 474 , quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Jurisdiction is proper . . . where the contacts proximately result from actions by the defendant himself that create a ‘substantial connection’ with the forum State.” (Burger King, at p. 475.) “‘The unilateral activity of those who claim some relationship with a nonresident defendant cannot satisfy the requirement of contact with the forum State.’” (Id. at p. 474.) “Under the minimum contacts test, ‘an essential criterion in all cases is whether the “quality and

2022Proc., § 410.10 [long-arm statute].) These constitutions permit the exercise of jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant “if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.” ’ ” (Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc. (1996) 14 Cal.4th 434, 444 (Vons).) “[E]ach individual has a liberty interest in not being subject to the judgments of a forum with which he or she has established no meaningful minimum ‘contacts, ties or relations.’ [Citations.] As a matter of fairness, a

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World-Wide Volkswagen Corp. v. Woodsongreen
scotus · 1980 · cited in 8 California opinions naming this issue, 1985–2025
2 sentences

2014(Burger King Corp. v. Rudzewicz (1985) 471 U.S. 462, 472 ; accord, World-Wide Volkswagen Corp. v. Woodson (1980) 444 U.S. 286, 297 .) “Each defendant’s contacts with the forum [s]tate must be assessed individually. [Citation.]” (Calder v. Jones (1984) 465 U.S. 783, 790 .) Under the minimum contacts test, personal jurisdiction may be either general or specific.

2013It “ensure[s] that the States, through their courts, do not reach out beyond the limits imposed on them by their status as coequal sovereigns in a federal system.” ’ (Vons, supra, 14 Cal.4th at p. 445 , quoting World-Wide Volkswagen Corp. v. Woodson (1980) 444 U.S. 286, 292 [ 62 L.Ed.2d 490 , 100 S.Ct. 559 ] (World-Wide Volkswagen).) To do so, the minimum contacts test asks ‘whether the “quality and nature” of the defendant’s activity is such that it is “reasonable” and “fair” to require him to conduct his defense in that State.’ (Kulko v. California Superior Court (1978) 436 U.S. 84, 92 [ 56

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Shaffer v. Heitnergreen
scotus · 1977 · cited in 6 California opinions naming this issue, 1985–2016
2 sentences

2016The minimum contacts test assesses ―the relationship among the defendant, the forum, and the litigation.‖ (Shaffer v. Heitner, supra, 433 U.S. at p. 204 .) As the high court explicitly declared in Keeton, a ―plaintiff‘s residence in the forum State is not a separate requirement, and lack of residence will not defeat jurisdiction established on the basis of defendant‘s contacts.‖ (Keeton, supra, 465 U.S. at p. 780 ; see also Walden v. Fiore, supra, 571 U.S. ___ , ___ [ 134 S.Ct. 1115, 1126 ] [―it is the defendant, not the plaintiff or third parties, who must create contacts with the forum State

2016The minimum contacts test assesses “the relationship among the defendant, the forum, and the litigation.” (Shaffer v. Heitner, supra, 433 U.S. at p. 204.) As the high court explicitly declared in Keeton , a “plaintiffs residence in the forum State is not a separate requirement, and lack of residence will not defeat jurisdiction established on the basis of defendant’s contacts.” ( Keeton, supra, 465 U.S. at p. 780; see also Walden v. Fiore, supra, 571 U.S. _ , _ [ 134 S.Ct. 1115, 1126 ] [“it is the defendant, not the plaintiff or third parties, who must create contacts with the forum State”]; H

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Helicopteros Nacionales De Colombia, S. A. v. Hallgreen
scotus · 1984 · cited in 5 California opinions naming this issue, 1995–2016
2 sentences

2016The minimum contacts test assesses ―the relationship among the defendant, the forum, and the litigation.‖ (Shaffer v. Heitner, supra, 433 U.S. at p. 204 .) As the high court explicitly declared in Keeton, a ―plaintiff‘s residence in the forum State is not a separate requirement, and lack of residence will not defeat jurisdiction established on the basis of defendant‘s contacts.‖ (Keeton, supra, 465 U.S. at p. 780 ; see also Walden v. Fiore, supra, 571 U.S. ___ , ___ [ 134 S.Ct. 1115, 1126 ] [―it is the defendant, not the plaintiff or third parties, who must create contacts with the forum State

2016The minimum contacts test assesses “the relationship among the defendant, the forum, and the litigation.” (Shaffer v. Heitner, supra, 433 U.S. at p. 204.) As the high court explicitly declared in Keeton , a “plaintiffs residence in the forum State is not a separate requirement, and lack of residence will not defeat jurisdiction established on the basis of defendant’s contacts.” ( Keeton, supra, 465 U.S. at p. 780; see also Walden v. Fiore, supra, 571 U.S. _ , _ [ 134 S.Ct. 1115, 1126 ] [“it is the defendant, not the plaintiff or third parties, who must create contacts with the forum State”]; H

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Hanson v. Dencklagreen
scotus · 1958 · cited in 5 California opinions naming this issue, 1985–2010
2 sentences

1987Due process requires that a defendant have "certain minimum contacts with [the forum state] such that the maintenance of the suit does not offend `traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.'" ( Id. at p. 316 [ 90 L.Ed. at p. 102 ].) The test was modified in Hanson v. Denckla (1958) 357 U.S. 235, 253 [ 2 L.Ed.2d 1283, 1298 , 78 S.Ct. 1228 ]: "[I]t is essential in each case that there be some act by which the defendant purposefully avails itself of the privilege of conducting activities within the forum State, thus invoking the benefits and protections of its laws." (See also Shaf

1987Due process requires that a defendant have "certain minimum contacts with [the forum state] such that the maintenance of the suit does not offend `traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.'" ( Id. at p. 316 [ 90 L.Ed. at p. 102 ].) The test was modified in Hanson v. Denckla (1958) 357 U.S. 235, 253 [ 2 L.Ed.2d 1283, 1298 , 78 S.Ct. 1228 ]: "[I]t is essential in each case that there be some act by which the defendant purposefully avails itself of the privilege of conducting activities within the forum State, thus invoking the benefits and protections of its laws." (See also Shaf

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Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. v. Superior Court of Cal., San Francisco Cty.green
scotus · 2017 · cited in 9 California opinions naming this issue, 2020–2026
2 sentences

2025Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 ; see Snowney v. Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. (2005) 35 Cal.4th 1054, 1061 .) Under the minimum contacts test, courts ask “whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” (Kulko v. California Superior Court (1978) 436 U.S. 84, 92 .) There are “two types of personal jurisdiction: ‘general’ (sometimes called ‘all-purpose’) jurisdiction and ‘specific’ (sometimes called ‘case-linked’) jurisdiction.” (Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. v. Superior Court

2025Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 ; see Snowney v. Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. (2005) 35 Cal.4th 1054, 1061 .) Under the minimum contacts test, courts ask “whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” (Kulko v. California Superior Court (1978) 436 U.S. 84, 92 .) There are “two types of personal jurisdiction: ‘general’ (sometimes called ‘all-purpose’) jurisdiction and ‘specific’ (sometimes called ‘case-linked’) jurisdiction.” (Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. v. Superior Court

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Walden v. Fioregreen
scotus · 2014 · cited in 8 California opinions naming this issue, 2016–2024
2 sentences

2021Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 ; see also Pavlovich, at p. 268.) The minimum contacts test ensures that “a defendant will not be haled into a jurisdiction solely as a result of ‘random,’ ‘fortuitous,’ or ‘attenuated’ contacts” (Burger King, supra, 471 U.S. at p. 475 ) but only “where the contacts proximately result from actions by the defendant himself that create a ‘substantial connection’ with the forum State.” (Ibid.) Personal jurisdiction under the minimum contacts framework may be either all- purpose (also called “ ‘general’ ”) or case-linked (also called “ ‘specific’ ”).

2021Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 ; see also Pavlovich, at p. 268.) The minimum contacts test ensures that “a defendant will not be haled into a jurisdiction solely as a result of ‘random,’ ‘fortuitous,’ or ‘attenuated’ contacts” (Burger King, supra, 471 U.S. at p. 475 ) but only “where the contacts proximately result from actions by the defendant himself that create a ‘substantial connection’ with the forum State.” (Ibid.) Personal jurisdiction under the minimum contacts framework may be either all- purpose (also called “ ‘general’ ”) or case-linked (also called “ ‘specific’ ”).

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Ford Motor Co. v. Montana Eighth Judicial Dist.green
scotus · 2021 · cited in 6 California opinions naming this issue, 2021–2026
2 sentences

2026(Snowney v. Harrah’s Entertainment, Inc. (2005) 35 Cal.4th 1054, 1061 (Snowney); Pavlovich v. Superior Court (2002) 29 Cal.4th 262, 268 (Pavlovich); see Ford Motor Co. v. Montana Eighth Judicial District Court (2021) 592 U.S. 351, 358 (Ford Motor Co.) [under International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310 , 316-317 “a tribunal’s authority depends on the defendant’s having such ‘contacts’ with the forum State that ‘the maintenance of the suit’ is ‘reasonable, in the context of our federal system of government,’ and ‘does not offend traditional notions of fair play and substantial justi

2022Proc., § 410.10.) “The exercise of jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant comports with these Constitutions ‘if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate “ ‘traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.’ ” ’ ” (Pavlovich, at p. 268; Vons, supra, 14 Cal.4th at p. 444 , quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Under the minimum contacts test, ‘an essential criterion in all cases is whether the “quality and nature” of the defendant’s activity is such that it is “reasonable” and “fair”

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Epic Communications, Inc. v. Richwave Technology, Inc.green
calctapp · 2009 · cited in 4 California opinions naming this issue, 2015–2021
2 sentences

2021(Dorel Industries, Inc. v. Superior Court (2005) 134 Cal.App.4th 1267, 1273 .)” (BBA Aviation, supra, 190 Cal.App.4th at p. 429 .) “ ‘Under the minimum contacts test, “an essential criterion in all cases is whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” ’ ” (Epic Communications, Inc. v. Richwave Technology, Inc. (2009) 179 Cal.App.4th 314, 327 (Epic Communications), quoting Pavlovich, supra, 29 Cal.4th at p. 268 .) “ ‘The “substantial connection” [citations] between the defendant and

2021(Dorel Industries, Inc. v. Superior Court (2005) 134 Cal.App.4th 1267, 1273 .)” (BBA Aviation, supra, 190 Cal.App.4th at p. 429 .) “ ‘Under the minimum contacts test, “an essential criterion in all cases is whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” ’ ” (Epic Communications, Inc. v. Richwave Technology, Inc. (2009) 179 Cal.App.4th 314, 327 (Epic Communications), quoting Pavlovich, supra, 29 Cal.4th at p. 268 .) “ ‘The “substantial connection” [citations] between the defendant and

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Daimler AG v. Baumangreen
scotus · 2014 · cited in 3 California opinions naming this issue, 2016–2025
2 sentences

2021Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 ; see also Pavlovich, at p. 268.) The minimum contacts test ensures that “a defendant will not be haled into a jurisdiction solely as a result of ‘random,’ ‘fortuitous,’ or ‘attenuated’ contacts” (Burger King, supra, 471 U.S. at p. 475 ) but only “where the contacts proximately result from actions by the defendant himself that create a ‘substantial connection’ with the forum State.” (Ibid.) Personal jurisdiction under the minimum contacts framework may be either all- purpose (also called “ ‘general’ ”) or case-linked (also called “ ‘specific’ ”).

2021Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 ; see also Pavlovich, at p. 268.) The minimum contacts test ensures that “a defendant will not be haled into a jurisdiction solely as a result of ‘random,’ ‘fortuitous,’ or ‘attenuated’ contacts” (Burger King, supra, 471 U.S. at p. 475 ) but only “where the contacts proximately result from actions by the defendant himself that create a ‘substantial connection’ with the forum State.” (Ibid.) Personal jurisdiction under the minimum contacts framework may be either all- purpose (also called “ ‘general’ ”) or case-linked (also called “ ‘specific’ ”).

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Kaiser Aetna v. Dealgreen
calctapp · 1978 · cited in 3 California opinions naming this issue, 1989–2021
2 sentences

2021(Id. at p. 830.) The Owens court explained: “it is reasonable and fair to require a defendant whose voluntary acts have given rise to a cause of action in a state to litigate his responsibility for that conduct at the place where it occurred.” (Id. at p. 831; see also Kaiser Aetna, supra, 86 Cal.App.3d at p. 901 ; Rest.2d, Conf. of Laws, § 36, subd. (1) [“A state has power to exercise judicial jurisdiction over an individual who has done . . . an act in the state with respect to any claim in tort arising from the act.”].) Given Owens and Hess, Damron’s actions easily satisfy the minimum contac

2021(Id. at p. 830.) The Owens court explained: “it is reasonable and fair to require a defendant whose voluntary acts have given rise to a cause of action in a state to litigate his responsibility for that conduct at the place where it occurred.” (Id. at p. 831; see also Kaiser Aetna, supra, 86 Cal.App.3d at p. 901 ; Rest.2d, Conf. of Laws, § 36, subd. (1) [“A state has power to exercise judicial jurisdiction over an individual who has done . . . an act in the state with respect to any claim in tort arising from the act.”].) Given Owens and Hess, Damron’s actions easily satisfy the minimum contac

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Calder v. Jonesgreen
scotus · 1984 · cited in 3 California opinions naming this issue, 2014–2021
2 sentences

2021The information statement presented to Rodo shareholders for their approval of the transaction disclosed that Hemm, as an interested director given his affiliation with Straumann, “has been leading the Transaction.” Respondents contend it is improper to look to Hemm’s role as a Rodo director for purposes of the minimum contacts analysis as to Straumann, since courts must assess “[e]ach defendant’s contacts with the forum State . . . individually.” (Calder v. Jones (1984) 465 U.S. 783, 790 (Calder).) Respondents moreover point to the presumption, founded in established principles of corporate l

2016The minimum contacts test assesses ―the relationship among the defendant, the forum, and the litigation.‖ (Shaffer v. Heitner, supra, 433 U.S. at p. 204 .) As the high court explicitly declared in Keeton, a ―plaintiff‘s residence in the forum State is not a separate requirement, and lack of residence will not defeat jurisdiction established on the basis of defendant‘s contacts.‖ (Keeton, supra, 465 U.S. at p. 780 ; see also Walden v. Fiore, supra, 571 U.S. ___ , ___ [ 134 S.Ct. 1115, 1126 ] [―it is the defendant, not the plaintiff or third parties, who must create contacts with the forum State

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Henry R. Jahn & Son, Inc. v. Superior Court of San Mateo Countygreen
cal · 1958 · cited in 3 California opinions naming this issue, 1959–1966
2 sentences

1966Pennoyer v. Neff, 95 U.S. 714, 733 [ 24 L.Ed. 565, 572 ], But now that the capias ad respondendum has given way to personal service of summons or other form of notice, due process requires only that in order to subject a defendant to a judgment in personam, if he be not present within the territory of the forum, he have certain minimum contacts with it such that the maintenance of the suit does not offend ‘traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice. ’ [ Citations. ] ’ ’ California has equated the “doing business” requirement of Code of Civil Procedure, section 411, subdivision 2,

1966Pennoyer v. Neff, 95 U.S. 714, 733 [ 24 L.Ed. 565, 572 ], But now that the capias ad respondendum has given way to personal service of summons or other form of notice, due process requires only that in order to subject a defendant to a judgment in personam, if he be not present within the territory of the forum, he have certain minimum contacts with it such that the maintenance of the suit does not offend ‘traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice. ’ [ Citations. ] ’ ’ California has equated the “doing business” requirement of Code of Civil Procedure, section 411, subdivision 2,

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Asahi Metal Industry Co. v. Superior Court of Cal., Solano Cty.green
scotus · 1987 · cited in 8 California opinions naming this issue, 1987–2026
2 sentences

2026The exercise of personal jurisdiction over Shefler is not unreasonable or unfair The third prong of the minimum contacts test—whether the assumption of jurisdiction over Shefler is unreasonable or offends traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice— requires consideration of “‘“the burden on the defendant, the interests of the forum State, and the plaintiff’s interest in obtaining relief.”’” (Snowney, supra, 35 Cal.4th at p. 1070 .) In a case involving an international defendant, the court also “consider[s] the procedural and substantive policies of other nations whose interests a

2021(Dorel Industries, Inc. v. Superior Court (2005) 134 Cal.App.4th 1267, 1273 .)” (BBA Aviation, supra, 190 Cal.App.4th at p. 429 .) “ ‘Under the minimum contacts test, “an essential criterion in all cases is whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” ’ ” (Epic Communications, Inc. v. Richwave Technology, Inc. (2009) 179 Cal.App.4th 314, 327 (Epic Communications), quoting Pavlovich, supra, 29 Cal.4th at p. 268 .) “ ‘The “substantial connection” [citations] between the defendant and

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Strasner v. Touchstone Wireless Repair & Logistics, LPgreen
calctapp · 2016 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 2020–2024
2 sentences

2024(Pavlovich, supra, 29 Cal.4th at p. 268 ; Strasner v. Touchstone Wireless Repair & Logistics, LP (2016) 5 Cal.App.5th 215, 221 (Strasner).) Personal jurisdiction may be either general (sometimes called “all-purpose”) or specific (sometimes called “case-linked”).

2020Proc., § 410.10.) To comport with federal and state due process, California may only exercise jurisdiction when a defendant has sufficient minimum contacts with the state to satisfy ' "traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice." ' [Citations.] Under the minimum contacts test, we examine the quality and nature of a defendant's action to determine whether requiring him to submit to jurisdiction in California is reasonable and fair." (Strasner v. Touchstone Wireless Repair & Logistics, LP (2016) 5 Cal.App.5th 215, 221 (Strasner).) 9 "Personal jurisdiction may be either general or s

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Pennoyer v. Neffred
· 1878 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 1966–2011
2 sentences

2011As the United States Supreme Court stated in that law school favorite Pennoyer v. Neff, “The authority of every tribunal is necessarily restricted by the territorial limits of the State in which it is established.” (Pennoyer v. Neff (1878) 95 U.S. 714, 720 [ 24 L.Ed. 565 ].) This territorial concept of jurisdiction has two corollaries: “[E]very State possesses exclusive jurisdiction and sovereignty over persons and property within its territory” and “no State can exercise direct jurisdiction and authority over persons or property without [(i.e., outside)] its territory.” (Id. at p. 722.) Even

2011As the United States Supreme Court stated in that law school favorite Pennoyer v. Neff, “The authority of every tribunal is necessarily restricted by the territorial limits of the State in which it is established.” (Pennoyer v. Neff (1878) 95 U.S. 714, 720 [ 24 L.Ed. 565 ].) This territorial concept of jurisdiction has two corollaries: “[E]very State possesses exclusive jurisdiction and sovereignty over persons and property within its territory” and “no State can exercise direct jurisdiction and authority over persons or property without [(i.e., outside)] its territory.” (Id. at p. 722.) Even

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Buckeye Boiler Co. v. Superior Courtgreen
cal · 1969 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 1985–1987
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McGee v. International Life Insurancegreen
scotus · 1957 · cited in 4 California opinions naming this issue, 1958–1987
2 sentences

1987Co. (1957) 355 U.S. 220, 222-223 [ 2 L.Ed.2d 223, 226 , 78 S.Ct. 199 ].) Although modem technology has served to shrink the commercial world in which we live, both in a national and international context, the liberalization of the minimum contacts standard has not continued unabated.

1987Co. (1957) 355 U.S. 220, 222-223 [ 2 L.Ed.2d 223, 226 , 78 S.Ct. 199 ].) Although modem technology has served to shrink the commercial world in which we live, both in a national and international context, the liberalization of the minimum contacts standard has not continued unabated.

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Cornelison v. Chaneygreen
cal · 1976 · cited in 3 California opinions naming this issue, 2002–2025
2 sentences

2025(Ibid.) Personal jurisdiction under the minimum contacts framework may be either all- purpose, known as “general,” or case-related, known as “specific.” (Rivelli, supra, 67 Cal.App.5th at p. 392.) “The nature and the quality of the defendant’s contacts determine whether jurisdiction, if exercised, is general or specific.” (F. Hoffman-La Roche, supra, 130 Cal.App.4th at p. 796 .) Where “a nonresident defendant’s activities may be described as ‘extensive or wide-ranging’ [citation] or ‘substantial . . . continuous and systematic’ [citation], there is a constitutionally sufficient relationship to

2002Each case must be decided on its own facts." ( Integral Development Corp. v. Weissenbach (2002) 99 Cal.App.4th 576, 583 , 122 Cal.Rptr.2d 24 ( Integral Development Corp.); see Cornelison v. Chancy (1976) 16 Cal.3d 143, 150 , 127 Cal.Rptr. 352 , 545 P.2d 264 ( Cornelison) . ) For particular litigation, the "fair warning" standard that underlies the minimum contacts rule "is satisfied if the defendant has `purposefully directed' his activities at residents of the forum [citation], and the litigation results from alleged injuries that `arise out of or relate to' those activities [citation]." ( Bu

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F. HOFFMAN-LA ROCHE, LTD. v. Superior Courtgreen
calctapp · 2005 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 2025–2026
2 sentences

2026The exercise of personal jurisdiction over Shefler is not unreasonable or unfair The third prong of the minimum contacts test—whether the assumption of jurisdiction over Shefler is unreasonable or offends traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice— requires consideration of “‘“the burden on the defendant, the interests of the forum State, and the plaintiff’s interest in obtaining relief.”’” (Snowney, supra, 35 Cal.4th at p. 1070 .) In a case involving an international defendant, the court also “consider[s] the procedural and substantive policies of other nations whose interests a

2025(Ibid.) Personal jurisdiction under the minimum contacts framework may be either all- purpose, known as “general,” or case-related, known as “specific.” (Rivelli, supra, 67 Cal.App.5th at p. 392.) “The nature and the quality of the defendant’s contacts determine whether jurisdiction, if exercised, is general or specific.” (F. Hoffman-La Roche, supra, 130 Cal.App.4th at p. 796 .) Where “a nonresident defendant’s activities may be described as ‘extensive or wide-ranging’ [citation] or ‘substantial . . . continuous and systematic’ [citation], there is a constitutionally sufficient relationship to

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Anglo Irish Bank Corp., PLC v. Superior Courtgreen
calctapp · 2008 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 2016–2026
2 sentences

2026In short, “there is no material conflict in the evidence itself, so our review is de novo.” (Anglo Irish Bank Corp., PLC v. Superior Court (2008) 165 Cal.App.4th 969, 980 (Anglo Irish Bank).) B.

2016(Snowney, supra, 35 Cal.4th at p. 1062 ; Anglo Irish, supra, 165 Cal.App.4th at p. 980 ) “The jurisdictional facts shown must pertain to each separate nonresident defendant . . . .” (Automobile Antitrust, supra, 135 Cal.App.4th at p. 110.) If the plaintiff meets the initial burden of 11 Plaintiffs’ opposition papers in the trial court stated, “[p]laintiffs do not seek to assert ‘general jurisdiction’ over the Panama[nian] [d]efendants, only ‘specific jurisdiction.’” 14 showing a defendant’s minimum contacts, the burden shifts to the defendant to demonstrate “‘that the exercise of jurisdiction

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Keeton v. Hustler Magazine, Inc.green
scotus · 1984 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 1995–2016
2 sentences

2016The minimum contacts test assesses ―the relationship among the defendant, the forum, and the litigation.‖ (Shaffer v. Heitner, supra, 433 U.S. at p. 204 .) As the high court explicitly declared in Keeton, a ―plaintiff‘s residence in the forum State is not a separate requirement, and lack of residence will not defeat jurisdiction established on the basis of defendant‘s contacts.‖ (Keeton, supra, 465 U.S. at p. 780 ; see also Walden v. Fiore, supra, 571 U.S. ___ , ___ [ 134 S.Ct. 1115, 1126 ] [―it is the defendant, not the plaintiff or third parties, who must create contacts with the forum State

2016The minimum contacts test assesses “the relationship among the defendant, the forum, and the litigation.” (Shaffer v. Heitner, supra, 433 U.S. at p. 204.) As the high court explicitly declared in Keeton , a “plaintiffs residence in the forum State is not a separate requirement, and lack of residence will not defeat jurisdiction established on the basis of defendant’s contacts.” ( Keeton, supra, 465 U.S. at p. 780; see also Walden v. Fiore, supra, 571 U.S. _ , _ [ 134 S.Ct. 1115, 1126 ] [“it is the defendant, not the plaintiff or third parties, who must create contacts with the forum State”]; H

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In Re Marriage of Lontosgreen
calctapp · 1979 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 1987–1988
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Goodyear Dunlop Tires Operations, S. A. v. Browngreen
scotus · 2011 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2022–2022
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People v. Amadiogreen
calctapp · 1971 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
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Trimble Inc. v. Perdiemco LLCgreen
cafc · 2021 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
11
Karuk Tribe of Northern California v. California Regional Water Quality Control Bd., North Coast Regiongreen
calctapp · 2010 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
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Jayone Foods, Inc. v. Aekyung Indus. Co.green
calctapp5d · 2019 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2020–2020
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Burdick v. Superior Courtgreen
calctapp · 2015 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2018–2018
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In Re Automobile Antitrust Cases I and IIgreen
calctapp · 2005 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
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Rush v. Savchukgreen
scotus · 1980 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
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Brown v. Borengreen
calctapp · 1999 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2010–2010
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Virtualmagic Asia, Inc. v. Fil-Cartoons, Inc.green
calctapp · 2002 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2009–2009
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Alexander v. Heatergreen
calctapp · 1987 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
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Stanley Consultants, Inc. v. Superior Courtgreen
calctapp · 1978 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2004–2004
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BBA Aviation PLC v. Superior Court green
calctapp · 2010
2 sentences

2025It “ensure[s] that the States, through their courts, do not reach out beyond the limits imposed on them by their status as coequal sovereigns in a federal system.” ’ [Citations.] To do so, the minimum contacts test asks ‘whether the “quality and nature” of the defendant’s activity is such that it is “reasonable” and “fair” to require him to conduct his defense in that State.’ [Citations.] The test ‘is not susceptible of mechanical application; rather, the facts of each case must be weighed to determine whether the requisite “affiliating circumstances” are present.’ ” (Snowney, supra, 35 Cal.4t

2021(Dorel Industries, Inc. v. Superior Court (2005) 134 Cal.App.4th 1267, 1273 .)” (BBA Aviation, supra, 190 Cal.App.4th at p. 429 .) “ ‘Under the minimum contacts test, “an essential criterion in all cases is whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” ’ ” (Epic Communications, Inc. v. Richwave Technology, Inc. (2009) 179 Cal.App.4th 314, 327 (Epic Communications), quoting Pavlovich, supra, 29 Cal.4th at p. 268 .) “ ‘The “substantial connection” [citations] between the defendant and

42016–2025
David L. v. Superior Court of San Diego Cnty. green
calctapp5d · 2018
2 sentences

2026Proc., § 410.10.)4 “A state court’s assertion of personal jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant who has not been served with process within the state comports with the requirements of the due process clause of the federal Constitution if the defendant has such minimum contacts with the state that the assertion of jurisdiction does not violate ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justice.” ’ ” (Vons Companies, Inc. v. Seabest Foods, Inc. (1996) 14 Cal.4th 434, 444 (Vons), quoting International Shoe Co. v. Washington (1945) 326 U.S. 310, 316 .) “Under the minimum contacts test

2024Legal Principles of Jurisdiction California courts may exercise jurisdiction on any basis consistent with the United States and California Constitutions. (§ 410.10; Pavlovich v. Superior Court (2002) 29 Cal.4th 262, 268 (Pavlovich), abrogated on another ground in David L. v. Superior Court (2018) 29 Cal.App.5th 359, 369-370 .) “The exercise of jurisdiction over a nonresident defendant comports with these Constitutions” if the defendant has sufficient minimum contacts with the state “such that the maintenance of the suit does not offend ‘ “traditional notions of fair play and substantial justic

22024–2026
DOREL INDUSTRIES, INC. v. Superior Court green
calctapp · 2005
2 sentences

2021(Dorel Industries, Inc. v. Superior Court (2005) 134 Cal.App.4th 1267, 1273 .)” (BBA Aviation, supra, 190 Cal.App.4th at p. 429 .) “ ‘Under the minimum contacts test, “an essential criterion in all cases is whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” ’ ” (Epic Communications, Inc. v. Richwave Technology, Inc. (2009) 179 Cal.App.4th 314, 327 (Epic Communications), quoting Pavlovich, supra, 29 Cal.4th at p. 268 .) “ ‘The “substantial connection” [citations] between the defendant and

2021(Dorel Industries, Inc. v. Superior Court (2005) 134 Cal.App.4th 1267, 1273 .)” (BBA Aviation, supra, 190 Cal.App.4th at p. 429 .) “ ‘Under the minimum contacts test, “an essential criterion in all cases is whether the ‘quality and nature’ of the defendant’s activity is such that it is ‘reasonable’ and ‘fair’ to require him to conduct his defense in that State.” ’ ” (Epic Communications, Inc. v. Richwave Technology, Inc. (2009) 179 Cal.App.4th 314, 327 (Epic Communications), quoting Pavlovich, supra, 29 Cal.4th at p. 268 .) “ ‘The “substantial connection” [citations] between the defendant and

22021–2021
ViaView, Inc. v. Retzlaff green
calctapp · 2016
2 sentences

2021(Zehia, supra, 45 Cal.App.5th at p. 552; ViaView, Inc. v. Retzlaff (2016) 1 Cal.App.5th 198 , 209–210 (ViaView).) “The plaintiff must come forward with affidavits and other competent evidence to carry this burden.” (ViaView, at p. 210.) A verified complaint is the functional equivalent of an affidavit.

2021(Zehia, supra, 45 Cal.App.5th at p. 552; ViaView, Inc. v. Retzlaff (2016) 1 Cal.App.5th 198 , 209–210 (ViaView).) “The plaintiff must come forward with affidavits and other competent evidence to carry this burden.” (ViaView, at p. 210.) A verified complaint is the functional equivalent of an affidavit.

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Buchanan v. Soto green
calctapp · 2015
12023–2023
Sonora Diamond Corp. v. Superior Court green
calctapp · 2000
12021–2021
Axiom Foods, Inc. v. Acerchem International, Inc. green
ca9 · 2017
12018–2018
Taylor-Rush v. Multitech Corp. green
calctapp · 1990
12016–2016
Hall v. LaRonde green
calctapp · 1997
12015–2015
DVI, Inc. v. Superior Court green
calctapp · 2002
12015–2015
Abiomed, Inc. v. Turnbull green
mad · 2005
12015–2015
Ce Distribution, LLC v. New Sensor Corporation green
ca9 · 2004
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Sher v. Johnson green
ca9 · 1990
12010–2010
Intercontinental Leasing, Inc. v. Chester A. Anderson, M.D. green
ca10 · 1969
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Kronstadt v. Kronstadt green
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Von Hake v. Thomas green
utahctapp · 1993
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Kaylor v. Turner green
gactapp · 1993
12008–2008
McCarthy v. Johnson green
utd · 1997
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Phillips Petroleum Co. v. Shutts green
scotus · 1985
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Goehring v. Superior Court green
calctapp · 1998
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McGlothen v. Superior Court green
calctapp · 1981
11987–1987
Howell v. United States green
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In Re Nissan Motor Corporation Antitrust Litigation green
ca5 · 1977
11981–1981
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ca5 · 1977
11981–1981
Great Western United Corporation v. Kidwell green
ca5 · 1978
11981–1981
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scotus · 1927
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CA § Cal. Evidence Code § 452 (3) CA § Cal. Family Code § 5700.201 (3)

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