Can a US business be sued in Indian courts just because their website opens there? This episode reveals the surprising answer through landmark cases.
Show Notes
π The Digital Jurisdiction Puzzle
π Imagine this: Your business is in America, but anyone in India can access your website. Does that mean Indian courts can suddenly drag you into legal battles? The answer will surprise you!
π‘ What You'll Discover:
- π The "sliding scale test" that determines when websites become legally vulnerable
- βοΈ Why simply being accessible online isn't enough for court jurisdiction
- π― The crucial difference between passive websites and active business targeting
- π° How "trap orders" can backfire in legal battles
π Real Cases Discussed:
- π Zippo Manufacturing vs. Zippo.com - The American case that created the three-tier website test
- β Banyan Tree Holdings vs. A. Murli Krishna Reddy - The Delhi High Court decision that changed everything in India
- ποΈ Compuserv vs. Patterson - When Texas software reached Ohio customers
- π§ Maritz vs. CyberGold - How email lists became legal evidence
π The Two Golden Rules:
- π― Intentional Targeting - Did the business deliberately aim for customers in that location?
- π₯ Local Impact - Did the harm actually occur in that jurisdiction?
ποΈ Whether you run an online business or just want to understand how digital borders work in our connected world, this episode breaks down complex legal concepts into simple, actionable insights. Plus, we explore what the metaverse might mean for future jurisdiction battles!
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