Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in California

interpleader

Why would an insurance company file an interpleader in Federal Court rather than in the state where all parties are located.


Asked on 6/04/09, 4:52 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: interpleader

The only reason I can think of is that there's over $75K at stake, and the insurance company is in a different state from each of the other parties. Your attorney could always file a motion to remand the case to state court, or for a change of venue, if warranted by the facts.

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Answered on 6/04/09, 4:58 pm


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