Piven Still Under Attack from Producers, Arbitration Sought

Yes! The saga continues! After yesterday's grievance hearing ended in a split decision, we were all so worried that the legend of Jeremy Piven's mercury poisoning had at last reached its denouement. But aggrieved producers of the Broadway Speed-the-Plow revival still say Piven was lying when he claimed that elevated mercury levels forced him to quit the show. Now they've issued a statement announcing their intention to pursue the matter further, meaning a continued Piven-related diversion for all! The short press release states: "The grievance went as expected yesterday. The grievance committee (made up of League and Equity representatives) did not rule for either side and we will be filing for arbitration as provided by our contract." Your move, Ari!