Question 1

Joan, who lives in Texas, wants to sue Bill, who lives in California, for $25,000. The suit is based on an alleged infringement by Bill on a patent held by Joan. Patent law is an area that is exclusively based on federal law. Can Joan sue Bill in federal court?

Yes, because there is federal question jurisdiction

Yes, because there is diversity jurisdiction

No, because there is no jurisdiction

No, because there is no proper venue

Question 2

Jerry sues Elaine for breach of contract. After a trial, the jury awards Jerry $5,000 in damages. Jerry thinks the verdict is too low. What can Jerry do?

Nothing, because a jury's verdict is final

Nothing because he won the case and winners cannot appeal cases

He can ask the judge for "judgment notwithstanding the verdict"

He can ask for a new trial