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The clause specifies the legal framework and venue for dispute resolution, establishing that California substantive law applies and that non-arbitrable claims proceed through the San Francisco court system rather than courts in other jurisdictions.
Users agree that disputes proceed under California law and, if not arbitrable, must be litigated in San Francisco courts rather than courts in the user's home state or jurisdiction. This determines which legal standards apply to the agreement and establishes venue for court proceedings.
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These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, without giving effect to any choice of law or conflict of law provisions. Any disputes not subject to arbitration will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
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"These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, without respect to its conflict of laws principles. Any claim or dispute between you and Vercel that is not subject to arbitration will be resolved in the state or federal courts located in San Francisco, California.— Excerpt from Vercel's Vercel Terms of Service
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The clause specifies the legal framework and venue for dispute resolution, establishing that California substantive law applies and that non-arbitrable claims proceed through the San Francisco court system rather than courts in other jurisdictions.
Users agree that disputes proceed under California law and, if not arbitrable, must be litigated in San Francisco courts rather than courts in the user's home state or jurisdiction. This determines which legal standards apply to the agreement and establishes venue for court proceedings.
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