Hollywood Union Contract Talks To Focus on Health Costs

Because of rising medical costs, health and pension benefits are expected to dominate contract negotiations between the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The groups began contract negotiations on Wednesday and have set aside four weeks for the discussions.

• "Health Care Costs To Dominate IATSE and AMPTP Contract Talks" (Verrier, Los Angeles Times, 3/7).