Universal Studios Fined $250 for Unauthorized Tree Trimming During Strike

Overview

• Screen Actors Guild and Writers Guild of America members have been picketing Universal Studios for higher wages and protections.
• Universal Studios trimmed trees without a permit that were providing shade to striking workers.
• The City of Los Angeles fined Universal Studios $250 for the unauthorized trimming.
• The city is considering increasing fines and penalties for future unauthorized tree trimmings.
• Universal claims the trimming was routine landscaping unrelated to the strike, but will work to provide shade to picketers.