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Dr. David Dao has reached an amicable settlement with United Airlines for the injuries
he received in his April 9th ordeal, which was captured on video and viewed worldwide. The
settlement was negotiated by Dr. Dao?s lawyers, Thomas A. Demetrio of Corboy Demetrio
and Stephen L. Golan of Golan Christie Taglia, and the legal representatives for United. A
condition of the settlement includes a provision that the amount remain con?dential. Dr. Dao
and his attorneys agreed to that condition.

Demetrio praised Mr. Oscar Munoz:

?Mr. Munoz said he was going to do the right thing, and he has. In addition, United has

taken full responsibility for what happened on Flight 3411, without attempting to blame

others, including the City of Chicago. For this acceptance of corporate accountability,

United is to be applauded.?

The settlement was reached on the same day United Airlines announced multiple positive
changes to improve the customer experience. According to Demetrio, ?Dr. Dao has become the
unintended champion for the adoption of changes which will certainly help improve the lives of
literally millions of travelers.? In addition, Demetrio stated, sincerely hope that all other

airlines make similar changes and follow United?s lead in helping to improve the passenger

?ying experience with an emphasis on empathy, patience, respect and dignity.?

Media Contact: Helen Lucaitis, Esq., Corboy Demetrio, P.C.
(of?ce) 312-550-2077 (cell) HHL@corboydemetrio.com