A deposition is one of several devices used in the discovery phase of litigation. It consists of one or more attorneys questioning a witness, under oath, with a stenographer who records the testimony. A judge is not present.
As of publication United, Delta and American Airlines charge $125 for flights in the United States and most international flights in North America; Spirit Airlines charges $100 for domestic flights; Southwest requires payment of $75 for each in-cabin pet; and AirTran's pet fee is $69.
Online travel sites like Expedia, Travelocity and Orbitz typically charge $6.99 to $11.99 to book an airline ticketâyou pay for their service. The fees are fairly well hidden because the sites fold them in with government taxes and fees.