They gave $180 million to the families of the deceased in the 5 years after the attacks. If they went out of business due to September 11, none of that money wo

They gave $180 million to the families of the deceased in the 5 years after the attacks. If they went out of business due to September 11, none of that money would have been there. They also provided health care to the families for 10 years. Again, if they went out of business, none of that would have been there. Losing someone who is earning a salary often drives families into a downward spiral. Having to sell your house and move because you suddenly are choosing between mortgage payments and food for your kids is not easy. The survival of the company prevented this from being a sudden financial adjustment for many of these families.