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If they accept the vouchers and/or funds from SWA it releases SWA from liability in the event of a lawsuit.

So you've seen one of the checks in question? Could you post the release language that you've seen?

No more than the ABC reporter going by what some of the passengers have told ABC. Some of the passengers will have accepted the vouchers and funds no doubt.

Its a good PR move but it weakens your legal standing in court if you go ahead with a large $$ personal injury lawsuit. A good lawyer might be able to press ahead but it is now much more difficult.

Similar to to an insurance company for another driver who hits you and is at fault. They will rush to settle the damage claim for the car if you state you sustained some bodily injury but had not been seen by a DR. yet. Once you take the funds your ability to go ahead with a bodily injury suit is inhibited.