At this time, it is difficult to predict the length of the strike as well as the financial implications for the entertainment industry. Additionally, the strike has raised a number of complex legal questions, including:

• Can writers who were working on specific projects when the strike was called finish those projects?
• What happens to "spec" scripts already submitted?
• Is a production company obligated to pay to non-writers who are not on strike even if there is no production work?
• What happens to scripts that have been submitted but not yet produced?
• What about writers who also work as producers and directors?
• What if a WGA member continues to work during the strike?
• What if a non-union writer crosses the picket line?

During this Web conference, panelists with direct, hands-on experience with the legal, business, and labor relations aspects of the entertainment industry tackled these and other issues related to the strike. The topics were discussed in a factual, non-partisan manner for the purpose of educating production and business affairs executives on their rights and obligations during the strike.

Moderator

• James D. (Jimmy) Nguyen, Partner, Entertainment & Media Industry Team, Foley

Panelists

• Carole E. Handler, Vice Chair, IP Litigation Practice, Foley
• Arnold P. Peter, Founding Partner, Raskin Peter Rubin & Simon
• M. Kenneth (Ken) Suddleson, Of Counsel and Chair, Entertainment & Media Group, Foley
• David White, Managing Principal, Entertainment Strategies Group