Is the thread title correct? IANAL and this incident was clearly post-boarding, and not even over-booking as it was clearly a late commercial decision to relocate crew. The Ts and Cs about being denied boarding are sensible -> last lowest status in out?
https://www.united.com/web/en-US/con...age.aspx#sec25
Why would you ever select one of a couple travelling together? If he really is the poker player don't expect him to settle (out of court) for less than ill informed CEOs (aggravating damages email) annual salary!
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