Keene v. Pier

By JUDGE CHARLES H. DUFF

For decision is the motion to dismiss the Bill of Complaint filed herein on the ground that as a matter of law neither Defendant is subject to the personal jurisdiction of this Court. I have carefully considered the able arguments presented and the exceptionally well prepared memorandum submitted and hasten to advise you of my conclusion.

The Plaintiff bases his contention of jurisdiction on Section 8.01-328.1, Code of Virginia, particularly paragraph (1), "Transacting any business in this Commonwealth." He contends that by mailing a brochure into Virginia and selling…