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The court remanded the case to state court for lack of subject matter jurisdiction because the defendant failed to establish complete diversity of citizenship, as it relied solely on an allegation of residence rather than affirmative proof of domicile.
Campos v. Selig Parking, Inc. - Plain English Summary
What Happened
Carlos Campos filed an employment law lawsuit against Selig Parking, Inc. The case was initially filed in federal court, and the company asked to keep it there instead of sending it back to state court.
What the Court Decided
The federal appeals court ruled that the case should go back to state court. The company had not proven it was eligible to stay in federal court. Specifically, the company merely stated where it was located without providing solid proof of its legal residency status, which is required to meet federal court requirements.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling confirms that companies cannot simply claim residency to keep cases in federal court—they must provide concrete evidence. For workers like Campos, this decision strengthens their ability to pursue employment disputes. State courts often have different rules and procedures that can be more favorable to workers. The ruling ensures that workers aren't trapped in federal court just because an employer made unproven claims about where it operates.
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