Cook v. Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Co.

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• finding “where the facts giving rise to the lawsuit have no material relation or significant connection to the plaintiff's chosen forum, the plaintiff's choice of forum is given reduced weight”
• finding “where the facts giving rise to the lawsuit have no material relation or significant connection to the plaintiff's chosen forum, the plaintiff's choice of forum is given reduced weight”
• AThe convenience of witnesses is the most important factor in deciding a motion under ' 1404(a).@
• AThe convenience of witnesses is the most important factor in deciding a motion under ' 1404(a).@
• “A plaintiff’s choice of forum is entitled to substantial weight.”

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