National Association of Ticket Brokers (NATB) - Members to Issue Full Refunds or Credits for Canceled Michael Jackson Shows

New York, NY (Top40 Charts/ TicketNetwork / NATB) - Michael Jackson, one of the most widely beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all-time, leaves an indelible imprint on popular music and culture.

The National Association of Ticket Brokers ("NATB") announced today that, as per its Code of Ethics and policies, all of its members are required to issue refunds and/or credits for the full purchase price including the service fees charged by them for tickets purchased from them for the shows cancelled due to the untimely and tragic death of Michael Jackson.

In fulfilling its role as an association formed by, and consisting of, dedicated ticket brokers to promote consumer protection and advocacy, the NATB calls on Ticketmaster and all other primary sellers of these event tickets to follow suit by ceasing their practice of retaining fees on tickets sold for cancelled events so that all ticket buyers get full refunds.

NATB General Counsel, Gary Adler, stated: "At the this time of profound sadness with the passing of Mr. Jackson, we must not lose sight of the fact that fans who bought tickets for the cancelled shows should not bear the burden of additional disappointment by not receiving full refunds or credits for their ticket purchases. It is the hallmark of the NATB to be certain that the interests of fans and consumers be held at the forefront."