Jurisdiction and Venue for Lawsuits
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Babbitt Document 14-1 at page 13:
9. SummaryWeighing these factors in total, Plaintiffs have a strong interest in litigating in their chosen forum. However, because the events giving rise to this action occurred in the proposed transferee forum, Defendant has a less significant burden of demonstrating that a transfer is warranted. Considering the convenience to party and non-party witnesses, local interest in the controversy, and ease of access of sources of proof, the Court concludes Defendant has met its burden of demonstrating that a transfer is justified “for the convenience of parties and witnesses, in the interest of justice” pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1404(a).
Defendants facing felony criminal charges with 90% hostile jury pool, like Trump, need no change of venue. But O. J. Simpson, different story.