DaveReidUK,
a) Dr Dao will reluctantly forego his day in court, on the advice of his lawyers, but will become a very rich man
Don't look for anything to happen very soon regarding what Dr. Dao may do or not do. He and his lawyers have two years to decide. They will be watching what happens in the O'Hare airport security personnel situation.
As the three security personnel have been suspended resulting from their actions, the Cook County District Attorney will decide on possible criminal charges and if there is enough evidence to submit to a grand jury. The grand jury only decides based on the evidence submitted as to whether or not the case should go to trial. If it goes to a jury trial, I would think Dr. Dao's lawyers will hold off, looking for criminal convictions. This would enhance Dr. Dao's position to recover maximum damages from the city and airport management.
The same can be said for the United/Republican situation once it is unraveled as to who did what, when.