http://www.nrtw.org/en/free-tagging/entertainment-industry The taxonomy view with a depth of 0. en http://www.nrtw.org/en/blog/foundation-continues-target-06252009 <p> Regular <i>Freedom@Work </i>readers may remember <a href="/en/press/2009/05/studio-teacher-hits-union-federal-la">the plight of Mandy Diasselliss</a>, a Santa Monica-based studio tutor whose career helping child actors stay on top of their studies is threatened by compulsory unionism. The case underscores the reality of the union boss stranglehold in Hollywood. </p> <p> Union operatives from the International Association of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 884 had Diasselliss fired for not joining the union despite the fact she actually tried to become a member (joining is just what you DO in Hollywood), her excellent workplace track record, and the fact that her temporary employment status meant she could not be compelled to join IATSE Local 884 in the first place. </p> <p> The Foundation's original unfair labor practice charges challenged this illegality, seeking her immediate reinstatement as well as any back pay owed since her illegal termination. </p> <p><a href="http://www.nrtw.org/en/blog/foundation-continues-target-06252009">read more</a></p> http://www.nrtw.org/en/blog/foundation-continues-target-06252009#comments California Entertainment Industry Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:44:14 -0400 Will Collins 3536 at http://www.nrtw.org