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Universal Studios Accused of Endangering Workers by Trimming Trees for Heat Exposure
labor-relations2 years ago

Universal Studios Accused of Endangering Workers by Trimming Trees for Heat Exposure

Universal Studios in Los Angeles denies allegations that it intentionally trimmed tree branches outside its studios to expose striking writers and actors to the heat. The company claims that the tree trimming was for safety reasons and not meant to hinder the demonstrations. The workers also accused Universal of failing to create safe pathways around construction work. The L.A. city controller confirmed that no tree trimming permits were issued for the location in question. Universal stated that it trims the trees annually and will work to provide shade for the demonstrators. The company denies violating the National Labor Relations Act and is willing to cooperate with any investigation.

via Fox Business|
#labor-relations#national-labor-relations-board#shade
"Universal Studios Fined $250 for Endangering Writers and Actors with Tree Trimming"
entertainment2 years ago

"Universal Studios Fined $250 for Endangering Writers and Actors with Tree Trimming"

Universal Pictures has been fined $250 for trimming trees outside their studios that provided shade to striking WGA and SAG-AFTRA workers. The city did not grant the necessary permits for the tree trimming, and the fine is the maximum amount the city can impose. The trees were trimmed during the ongoing strike, causing outrage among the workers. Universal Pictures claimed that the pruning was done annually for safety reasons, but the action was criticized for hindering the demonstrators.

via New York Post |
#entertainment#fine#sag-aftra
NBCUniversal Fined $250 for Foliage Dispute at Writers' Picket Line
labor-relations2 years ago

NBCUniversal Fined $250 for Foliage Dispute at Writers' Picket Line

NBCUniversal's parent company has been fined $250 by the city of Los Angeles for allegedly trimming trees without a permit, which had provided shade for striking Hollywood writers. The Writers Guild of America has been picketing outside NBCUniversal's studio lot for two months, and the recent addition of striking members of the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has further escalated tensions. NBCUniversal claims the tree trimming was part of annual landscaping, but public works officials have no record of a required permit. The city's limited resources for tree protection have raised concerns, as it has over 700,000 trees and only 12 inspectors. Additionally, the writers and actors unions have filed grievances accusing NBCUniversal of using construction fencing to block sidewalks.

via Los Angeles Times|
#citation#labor-relations#labor-strike
Universal Faces Backlash Over Pruned Trees Along Picket Lines
labor-relations2 years ago

Universal Faces Backlash Over Pruned Trees Along Picket Lines

Writers Guild of America (WGA) strikers at Universal Studios express frustration over the pruning of trees on the picket line, making it challenging to walk and find shade. Universal claims the annual pruning was done for safety reasons ahead of the high wind season and expresses support for the WGA's right to demonstrate. The WGA is also facing difficulties finding safe places to march due to ongoing construction. SAG-AFTRA is redirecting its members to picket at Warner Bros. and Disney instead. Despite the obstacles, WGA picketers remain determined to continue their strike until a fair deal is reached.

via Deadline|
#construction#labor-relations#picket-line