U.S. Representatives BillPascrell and RepKatiePorter believe Ticketmaster needs to do more to refund fans.
The coronavirus pandemic has indefinitely postponed nearly all concerts, sports games, and large group gatherings. Thousands of Americans who purchased tickets for these events are now in a financial limbo: unable to attend and simultaneously unable to secure a refund because of anti-consumer policies at the country’s largest ticket sales company: Ticketmaster.
Faced with these dire choices, millions of Americans were puzzled by the refusal of Ticketmaster to offer refunds. A New York Times investigation showed that as the pandemic forced strong public health guidelines, Ticketmaster stealthily altered the refund policy on its webpage, removing a guarantee that fans could receive a refund for any postponed events.
The former CEO of Ticketmaster’s parent Live Nation, Irving Azoff, is one of the most influential figures in entertainment. He scoffed at our objections to the bad behavior by the behemoth that he helped create, labeling complaints about refunds as shameful. Ticketmaster’s policy reversal is a welcome start. But the company can and should go further to ensure that every single person is properly notified and able to receive a refund.
Deutschland Neuesten Nachrichten, Deutschland Schlagzeilen
Similar News:Sie können auch ähnliche Nachrichten wie diese lesen, die wir aus anderen Nachrichtenquellen gesammelt haben.
Opinion | Rep. Katie Porter: PPP loan grift is still happening — Congress can't let greed win againOpinion | Rep. Katie Porter: 'Our smallest, most vulnerable businesses are losing out and at risk of disappearing. That’s especially true for women- and minority-owned businesses, 90 percent of which have been unable to get PPP loans.' - NBCNewsThink
Weiterlesen »
Billy Porter Gets Real About Inclusivity in Hollywood—And The Story Behind That Oscars Dress | Screen TestsIn 2019, it's hard to imagine a conversation about Hollywood and fashion without the name Billy Porter. But for years, the 'Pose' star was just outside the mainstream pop star bubble, winning Grammys and Tony Awards while dominating the theater community. Suffice to say, he has plenty of tales to tell. In his first screen test, actor Billy Porter talks about what it took to make it in Hollywood—and why he's not going anywhere now that he's here.
Weiterlesen »
Francesca From 'Too Hot To Handle' Said Her Engagement To Harry Isn't Official Yet'I think it definitely just needs to be done in-person.'
Weiterlesen »
Opinion | Rep. Katie Porter: PPP loan grift is still happening — Congress can't let greed win againOpinion | Rep. Katie Porter: 'Our smallest, most vulnerable businesses are losing out and at risk of disappearing. That’s especially true for women- and minority-owned businesses, 90 percent of which have been unable to get PPP loans.' - NBCNewsThink
Weiterlesen »
Jordan Peele's 'Twilight Zone' Season Two Gets A Spooky TrailerFeaturing appearances from Tavi Gevinson, Billy Porter, Sky Ferreira, Christopher Meloni and more.
Weiterlesen »
As refund complaints skyrocket, senators try to force airlines to issue refunds
Weiterlesen »