As I discussed in a prior post, the substantive law applicable to a dispute can have a tremendous impact on its outcome. But what about the procedural law of the jurisdiction where a suit is being litigated? If that jurisdiction is Massachusetts, the procedural law can have a potentially game-changing impact – even if the substantive law of another jurisdiction will be applied to the underlying claims. Further, hauling an out-of-state person or entity into Massachusetts to defend a suit may be easier than you think.… Keep reading