And where once the firm got favored treatment from banks - better terms and few conditions - it no longer does.

Would he dare to expect a reward after receiving such favored treatment?

He said the officials did not receive favored treatment or discounts.

The inmates said they were sometimes offered favored treatment if they come up with incriminating evidence.

Within a day, the mayor was criticized for giving favored treatment to Manhattan at the expense of the other boroughs.

Much cash came from developers and others seeking favored treatment by the city.

Few mentioned the favored treatment and perks like Government jobs for family members that come along with athletic stardom.

Why does one product get such favored treatment?

With no loopholes or favored treatment, such a system would make it possible to have much lower tax rates, he said.

Siblings, too, of current and past students often receive favored treatment.