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Airline trouble? Save these records before you file a claim
By Caresse Jackman at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
(InvestigateTV) — Cancellations, delays and the Spirit Airlines fallout earlier this year is reminder for flyers to know their legal rights, especially as summer travel picks up.Attorney Wayne Hassay, managing partner at McGuire, Schneider, Hassay, said knowing your rights ahead of time, then kno...
Key takeaway Attorney Wayne Hassay, managing partner at McGuire, Schneider, Hassay, said knowing your rights ahead of time, then knowing how to enforce them is key.
Why this matters in The Laredo
For Laredo travelers, knowing their rights when dealing with airline troubles is crucial, especially during the busy summer travel season. As a community with a significant number of residents who rely on air travel for business and leisure, it's essential to be prepared in case of cancellations, delays, or other issues. The advice from Attorney Wayne Hassay to save emails, receipts, and written communication with the airline can be particularly useful for Laredo residents who may be traveling to destinations within the US or internationally. Given the city's location near the US-Mexico border, Laredo travelers may also face unique challenges when dealing with airline troubles, such as navigating international travel regulations. By being proactive and saving important records, Laredo travelers can better navigate the process of filing a claim with the airline or their credit card company, and potentially recover costs associated with travel disruptions.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? (InvestigateTV) — Cancellations, delays and the Spirit Airlines fallout earlier this year is reminder for flyers to know their legal rights, especially as summer travel picks up.Attorney Wayne Hassay, managing partner at McGuire, Schneider, Hassay, said knowing your rights ahead of time, then kno...
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