The choice of venue is a key strategic question in any litigation. In fact, there are few choices more important than that of determining where a lawsuit will be tried.
But the issue of proper venue is often overlooked or, at least, not fully appreciated by parties to a lawsuit. This is true in light of the fact that the choice of venue can have a dramatic effect on the outcome of any given case. For instance, venue decisions directly affect the makeup of juries, which vary widely from county to county. And one county’s jury may share views that favor one party in an action over another. Another consideration is whether witnesses are able to travel to a given venue. Pennsylvania is a large state; for some witnesses, traveling from Pittsburgh to Philadelphia might not be feasible.
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