Williamson v. Prime Sports Marketing, LLC
Zion Williamson appealed the denial of his motion to dismiss a Florida suit brought by his former marketing agency for lack of personal jurisdiction. The Third District reversed, holding the complaint failed the statutory (first) prong of Venetian Salami because it never alleged that contractual performance or payment was due in Florida, that Williamson carried on a business venture here, or that any tortious misrepresentation was made into or relied upon in Florida. The case was remanded without prejudice to amend.
Key facts
- Zion Williamson, a nonresident defendant, was sued in Florida by Prime Sports Marketing, LLC, his former marketing agency, for claims arising from their business relationship and an endorsement transaction.
- The trial court denied Williamson's motion to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction, and Williamson appealed to the Third District Court of Appeal.
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Why it matters
A high-profile, well-reasoned reaffirmation that the plaintiff's complaint — not affidavits or legal presumptions — must carry the pleading burden on Florida's long-arm statute. Defense counsel can cite it for the… — full analysis with a trial
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