First, identify the federal district and state trial courts and appellate courts in your jurisdiction (where you live - your state and federal district). Describe what jurisdiction is. How can a court gain jurisdiction over a person or subject matter of a case in your state?

Ordinance requiring homeowners to fence in private swimming pools and

An administrative agency passed a:

Regulation requiring certain drains in all swimming pools.

A lawsuit arose after a child drowned in a private swimming pool, and the dispute was resolved in a:

Judicial Opinion holding the homeowner complied with applicable laws and regulations related to fencing around the swimming pool, finding no fault on the part of the homeowner.

Later, a law professor studied this area of law and wrote a: Law Review Article explaining the above-referenced judicial opinion related to homeowner liability for operation of private swimming po

If you were to represent the plaintiff in the swimming pool scenario, the Thompsons, where would you file the lawsuit and why? Does it matter whether the Southerns and Thompsons are residents of the same states? Describe the bases of jurisdiction for your choice of where the Thompsons should file the lawsuit. Also, research your state's venue and long arm statutes and choose the proper venue for this lawsuit. Be sure to support your analysis with at least two sources. Reach out to your instructor if you need research help.