Bar Exam Defenses and Constitutional Limits Flashcards

What is the general rule regarding which law (forum law or foreign law) governs procedural issues?

Under the traditional view, how is a statute of limitations classified for conflict of laws purposes?

When may a court refuse to apply foreign law under the public policy defense?

When does the penal laws defense prevent a court from enforcing foreign law?

When does the Due Process Clause prohibit a state from applying its own law in a case?

When does the Full Faith and Credit Clause limit a state's choice of law?

When does a federal statute or Federal Rule of Civil Procedure apply in federal court, even if it conflicts with state law?

When does federal common law apply, instead of state law, in federal court?