American Airlines settles U.S. 'economy class syndrome' case American Airlines said today it had settled a case involving so-called 'economy class syndrome', a potentially deadly condition associated with flying. The condition is officially known as deep vein thrombosis, or blood clotting in the legs. Claimants say the condition is a result of sitting for long periods of time in cramped aircraft cabins. An airline spokeswoman confirmed that the company had settled during the past week, but said she could not add further details because the terms of the deal were confidential. The settlement comes comes as dozens of airlines are embroiled in a landmark court case in Britain concerning the same condition. There, more than 50 victims of the potentially deadly syndrome have brought charges against 27 airlines, including American. USA TODAY/Reuters The owner of Roger's Trinbago Site: Roj (Roger James) *************************************************** escape email mailto:ejames@escape.ca Trinbago site: http://www.tntisland.com CBC Website http://www.tntisland.com/caribbeanbrassconnection/ The Trinbago Site of the Week: (TnT News) http://www.tntmirror.com/ (TnT News) courtesy of Roj Trinbago Website & TnT Web Directory Roj's Trinbago Website: http://www.tntisland.com TnT Web Directory: http://search.co.tt *********************************************************