Topic 3: Civil Procedure

Lesson 3.2: Erie And The Law Applied By Federal Courts — Quiz

Test your understanding of lesson 3.2: erie and the law applied by federal courts with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of the Erie doctrine?

Question 2

Under the Erie doctrine, if there is a conflict between state law and federal procedural law, which law should the federal court apply?

Question 3

What was the result of the Supreme Court case Erie Railroad Co. v. Tompkins?

Question 4

In a diversity jurisdiction case, what governs the substantive law in federal court?

Question 5

What does the term 'substantive law' refer to in the context of Erie doctrine?