The solution was simple. Keep raising the offer until 4 people take the money and get off. The only issue here is United’s cheapness.
Actually, the amounts are set in law and contract I believe. United was within their right to do what they did. I am not saying that it doesnt suck hard, and that United isnt going to end up paying, but the vast majority of Freepers dont understand the law. I know I didnt when I first heard of this. FR set me straight though.