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grouping-of-contacts theory

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A quick definition of grouping-of-contacts theory:

Grouping-of-contacts theory: This is a rule that helps decide which law to use when there is a conflict between different laws in different places. It says that the law of the place that has the most important connection to the situation should be used. This is also called the center-of-gravity doctrine or significant-relationship theory.

A more thorough explanation:

The grouping-of-contacts theory, also known as the center-of-gravity doctrine, is a rule used in conflict of laws cases. It states that the law of the jurisdiction with the most significant relationship to the transaction or event applies.

For example, if a person from New York gets into a car accident while driving in California, the court will apply the law of the state where the accident occurred. However, if the accident was caused by a defect in the car that was manufactured in Michigan, the court may apply the law of Michigan because it has a significant relationship to the transaction.

The grouping-of-contacts theory helps courts determine which jurisdiction's law should apply in cases where multiple states or countries are involved. By considering the location of the parties, the place of the transaction, and other relevant factors, the court can make a fair and just decision.

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[] AromaticTroubledDormouse
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CONGRATS MACAQUE!
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got a random stanford email and almost had a heart attack
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[] baddestbunny
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every time I get accosted by a strange man who follows me around because my male coworkers were too busy talking to walk me back to my car I get closer to saying we need to bring back traditional gender roles
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Nice! @Macaque
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@Aromatic, Have to guess.
Dkk
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That sucks @Bunny do you have to go to the hospital?
[] baddestbunny
22:40
I said accosted not assaulted
23:35
guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
1a2b3c4d26z
23:37
Oooooo me too
23:37
omg is this good or bad
Dkk
23:47
Idk if gender roles are gunna fix that then.
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it looks like most people who applied in october last cycle didn't get a decision until january... does it even mean anything that our addresses went long??
hows ED 2 compared to ED 1?
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windyMagician
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reporting live to say my ndls address also went long
does it mean anything ^
Dkk
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NDLS and Fordham took a very long time last year. It's good info for people to know.
[] baddestbunny
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let’s get after it boys and girls
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I gtg to bed soon.
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Big day today. Gunna be a crazy one. I will sleep through the first half.
good morning lsd it is 5 am EST
also jazzy my ndls address went long ages ago i sadly do not think it means anything
my stanford address also went long LOL i think at most it's an indicator it's under review
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