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Josh K.I tend to agree with Adam re jurisdiction. I believe that the long arm statutes of most states are broad enough to haul someone into your jurisdiction when their unlawful acts caused you damage (regardless of how small). Further, it would be up to Reggie to challenge the jurisdiction - which of course will cost him money - the suit itself may be enough to force them to drop the issue. Finally, while damages may be small, if successful on an unfair trade practices claim you would typically be entitled to treble damages plus attorneys' fees and costs. Since Jon is a budding lawyer to be, Im sure he could take care of it himself, saving much in the way of fees should he lose. Economically speaking, there is not much risk.