Hayes, a house painter, sued Charles, a contractor, for brea…
Hayes, a house painter, sued Charles, a contractor, for breach of contract in the federal district court of State A. Charles filed an answer to the complaint, alleging as defenses that Hayes failed to state a claim and that State A lacked personal jurisdiction. Charles then filed a motion to dismiss, alleging that the court lacked subject matter jurisdiction, and that Hayes failed to join a state agency, which Charles contends is an indispensable party to the contract dispute.Does the federal district court have to consider the motion?
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Three American drivers (X, Y, and Z) were involved in a three-car accident in Canada. X intends to file a tort action against Y and Z in a United States district court. X resides in the District of State A. Y resides in the District of State B, and Z resides in the District of State C.In which federal district(s) is venue proper?
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The nurse observes that an older adult client with a diagnosis of end-stage renal failure prefers to have an adult child make all health care decisions. While the family is visiting, the client explains that this is a cultural practice and very important to them. Which is the best response by the nurse?
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