What are some of the most prevalent legal concerns in the stripping industry?
Stripping comes with a range of legal challenges, many of which are due to its special characteristics and jurisdictional differences in the regulation. Examples include disputes over job category, workplace rights, and licensing.
Strippers tend to be considered independent contractors, which can deny them coverage such as health insurance, unemployment insurance, and judicial protection from discrimination. This definition has become the focus of ongoing legal litigation, with some arguing for dancers to be deemed employees.
The industry is also impacted by licensing and zoning policies because clubs are subject to local ordinances that regulate where and how they can operate. In addition, clubs and performers also often face code of conduct, age limits and taxation.
Knowledge of local rules and legal advice when required will enable entertainers and clubs to operate legally and resolve issues that arise.
