Marriott says Sonder tried to use guest safety as 'bargaining chip' in last-minute plea for cash

Marriott says Sonder tried to use guest safety as 'bargaining chip' in last-minute plea for cash

Marriott ended its licensing agreement with Sonder earlier this month.picture alliance/dpa/picture alliance via Getty ImagesMarriott accused Sonder of risking guest safety to secure financial support from the hotel chain.Sonder, attorneys for Marriott alleged, "attempted to leverage guest safety as a bargaining chip."The short-term rental firm officially filed for Chapter 7 liquidation proceedings on Friday.Roughly a week after travelers were to…