As is the case with many things, the publics focus on the Writer’s Strike has worn off. While they made headlines in the beginning - now we are only reminded that they are on strike when we turn on our television only to find American Gladiators or some Dancing with the Stars like show. (The exception being the premiere of Lost tonight - yay!)

But the unfortunate news that some striking WGA members may be at rich to lose their benefits may bring them back into the news.

About 250 WGA members will lose their eligibility April 1 because they did not meet the plan’s 12-month earnings threshold of $30,823 as of Dec. 31. That’s about 40% higher than the usual number who lose eligibility, and that figure will probably jump significantly in July — because of the loss of earnings during the strike. [Variety]

The union is working on alternatives, included providing Cobra to the members that are in trouble and working extensions into what will eventually be their final deal with AMPTP.

Want to help the writers so they can come to a deal soon and keep their benefits? Well all you have to do is

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