Originally Posted by
Often1
Because that waiver is meaningless under DOT rules if the bag goes missing and the passenger has interim expenses or, as rarely but sometimes happens, the bag gets lost somewhere. All comes down to resources at the moment. Thus, there is no policy to require it and offer it as part of the ticket contract.
Simply isn't true. This is a voluntary seperation, meaning you are agreeing to be placed on another flight even though bag might not. Also the waiver only concerns bag delivery. You're agreeing that airline won't have to pay for delivery if it comes in on original flight. If it doesn't come in on original flight they will deliver it. If it gets lost, you'll still be paid. Etc...