Dave McNary Film ReporterLeaders of the Writers Guild of America have told their 15,000 members that United Talent Agency can represent them again after a 15-month standoff.The WGA negotiating committee notified members Wednesday about the deal on the heels of UTA making the announcement about signing a new franchise agreement.“The WGA and United Talent Agency (UTA) have agreed to a new franchise agreement,” the message said. “Therefore, effective immediately, UTA may once again represent WGA members for covered writing services.
WGA and UTA have also agreed to withdraw the legal claims each has brought against the other in federal court. In line with the previous agency agreements the Guild has made, the UTA agreement protects writers in.
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