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Released: November 15, 2012
Know your flier’s rights
Source: Anne C. Lee, Money Magazine (CNNMoney)
Whoever dubbed the holidays the most wonderful time of year must not have needed to fly home. Still, there are things you can do to protect yourself in case of a major travel disruption, whether caused by an overbooked plane or the next Superstorm Sandy. Here's a look at some commonplace travel setbacks, and how to cope with them. You get bumped: When you're bumped involuntarily, you don't have to take a voucher, says Alexander Anolik, a California lawyer who specializes in travel. On U.S. routes, the law entitles you to a cash payment of 200% of the one-way fare, up to $650, if your new flight will arrive one to two hours later than the original.Read Full Article: Know your flier’s rights
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