All articles tagged with #salary dispute
Micah Parsons is involved in a dispute over his fifth-year NFL salary, with a grievance filed claiming he should be paid $24 million instead of the $21.324 million assigned by the Cowboys, based on his playing position as a linebacker rather than a defensive end, leading to a legal and contractual debate.
Real Madrid is refusing to pay Vinicius Junior the same salary as Kylian Mbappe, leading to stalled contract talks and speculation about his future at the club, with potential replacement options being considered.
Barbra Streisand expressed her frustration over her salary for 'Meet the Fockers,' indicating she would require a significantly higher payment to reprise her role in a potential 'Meet the Parents 4,' reflecting ongoing dissatisfaction with her compensation for the film.
ESPN and Stephen A. Smith are reportedly $7 million apart in contract negotiations, with ESPN offering $18 million per year and Smith seeking $25 million. Smith's current contract ends in a year, and he is one of ESPN's most prominent personalities, featured on shows like First Take and NBA coverage.
Pressure mounts for Durham Public Schools Superintendent Pascal Mubenga to resign as the pay issue persists, prompting protests and school closures. Politicians and political groups are attempting to influence the situation, with little transparency from school officials about what prompted the issue. Two investigations are underway to explore the matter, and the school board will meet again to continue discussion on possible pay options for staff.
The Detroit Tigers and pitcher Casey Mize are at odds over a $25,000 difference in salary for the 2024 season, with the team offering $815,000 and Mize seeking $840,000. This dispute reflects the file-and-trial approach, where both sides submit figures and stick to them, potentially leading to an arbitration hearing. Mize, who missed two seasons due to injury, has incentives to fight for every penny, while the Tigers have shown a willingness to play hardball in previous cases. The outcome will impact Mize's future arbitration salaries and his relationship with the team.
Terrence Howard, star of the TV show "Empire," is suing talent agency CAA for breach of fiduciary duty, claiming they asked him to take a lower salary for the show. Howard alleges that CAA, which also represented the producers of "Empire," had a profit participation stake through a package deal and therefore did not act in his best interest. He also suggests racial discrimination, stating that he can't imagine a white counterpart with his accolades receiving such low pay. Howard's pay on the show started at $125,000 and topped out at $325,000 per episode.
Neve Campbell, who played the lead character Sidney Prescott in the Scream horror franchise, revealed that she has finally watched Scream 6 after opting out of the project due to a salary dispute and gender inequality in the movie industry. Campbell praised the cast and expressed her care for the franchise, while criticizing the studio executives who rejected her salary request. She emphasized the importance of being valued as a woman in the industry and explained that she couldn't accept an offer that didn't equate to her contribution. Campbell's decision to leave the franchise was difficult but necessary for her.
Kevin Costner, star of the hit TV series "Yellowstone," has spoken out about his exit from the show and threatened to sue the producers over unpaid salary. Costner expressed frustration with not being able to continue on the series, citing a "pay or play" clause that should have entitled him to $12 million for the second half of Season 5. He also mentioned creative issues and a decrease in his salary offer as reasons for his departure. Paramount Network announced the end of "Yellowstone" and the development of an untitled sequel series, which was expected to feature several characters from the original show.
Contract negotiations between the Toronto Maple Leafs and William Nylander have hit a snag, with the two parties far apart in their discussions. Nylander is reportedly seeking a contract worth around $10 million, while the Leafs have offered a figure in the eights. The team values Nylander but must also consider their own financial constraints. The negotiations are ongoing, but there is a strain in the talks as both sides have different perspectives on what is fair.