Ellen, a citizen of California, was seriously injured in an automobile accident while driving in California.  She was injured due to the negligence of Sara, a citizen of Arizona, who ran a red light at an intersection.  Ellen is seeking 1.5 million in damages.   1.  Where may Ellen bring her suit?  2.  Discuss the process Ellen would have to follow in order to fully litigate her claim.  3.  If Sara is granted summary judgment at the trial court level, what may Ellen do next?  Explain her options.

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Ellen, a citizen of California, was seriously injured in an automobile accident while driving in California.  She was injured due to the negligence of Sara, a citizen of Arizona, who ran a red light at an intersection.  Ellen is seeking 1.5 million in damages.
 
1.  Where may Ellen bring her suit? 
2.  Discuss the process Ellen would have to follow in order to fully litigate her claim. 
3.  If Sara is granted summary judgment at the trial court level, what may Ellen do next?  Explain her options.

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1. Ellen brings her suit where the accident took place. According to the data, we can conclude that accident took place in California and she brings her suit here. 

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