What is the test for a plaintiff to bring a claim against a defendant who deliberately avails himself or herself of the privilege of conducting activities in the forum?

MultiRegion, United States of America

The following excerpt is from Sher v. Johnson, 911 F.2d 1357 (9th Cir. 1990):

(A) some action must be taken whereby defendant purposefully avails himself or herself of the privilege of conducting activities in the forum, thereby invoking the benefits and protections of the forum's laws;

(B) the claim must arise out of or result from defendant's forum-related activities; and

(C) exercise of jurisdiction must be reasonable.

Cubbage v. Merchent, 744 F.2d 665, 668 (9th Cir 1984).

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