Concurrent jurisdiction

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-001151",
  "term": "Concurrent jurisdiction",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "The authority of more than one court to hear the same type of case. This situation arises when both federal and state courts have the power to adjudicate a dispute, or when multiple state courts can hear a matter. For instance, a plaintiff can choose to file a case in either a state or federal court if diversity of citizenship and a sufficient amount in controversy exist.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/concurrent-jurisdiction/"
}