Federal Subject Matter Jurisdiction

The video tutorial explains the jurisdiction of the federal District Court, which can hear cases involving federal laws and claims. It covers diversity jurisdiction, where parties are from different states, requiring either complete or minimum diversity and an amount in controversy of $75,000 or more. Additionally, it discusses cases involving states suing each other or the federal government, where federal courts have jurisdiction.

What are the two general categories under which the federal District Court can exercise jurisdiction?

Explain the concept of complete diversity in the context of federal jurisdiction.

What is the minimum amount in controversy required for a federal court to have jurisdiction based on diversity?

Describe the circumstances under which the federal court has jurisdiction when states are involved.

What is the significance of the federal government not being subject to state court jurisdiction?