An individual who had unsuccessfully sought employment with a branch office of a company located in State A filed an action against the company in a state trial court in State B for discriminatory hiring practices. The complaint alleges that the conduct of the branch manager violated federal law. The individual is a citizen of State B. The company, which is incorporated in State C, has its principal place of business in State B. The company filed a motion to dismiss the action based on a lack of personal jurisdiction. Should the court grant this motion?
Answers:
No, because a state court can try an action based on federal law.
No, because the State B court has general jurisdiction over the company.
Yes, because both the individual and the company are citizens of State B.
Yes, because the alleged discriminatory conduct occurred in State A.
