Judge Denies Cal/OSHA’s Request in Porn Investigation

WASHINGTON — A Cal/OSHA investigation involving a porn performer has hit a roadblock after a judge denied the agency’s request to obtain identifying information of the performer’s production company.

The employee contracted HIV in 2009 in Los Angeles County and is only known as Patient Zero. Cal/OSHA subpoenaed the information from AIM Healthcare, which has since been shut down.

Patricia Ortiz, a Cal/OSHA spokesperson, told XBIZ that the division never sought the patient’s identifying information such as their name, personal medical records or HIV test results.

“Cal/OSHA’s goal is to identify the employer to address the HIV exposure,” Ortiz said.

She added that the agency remains concerned that employees in the adult industry continue to expose employees to sexually transmitted infections such as HIV as many employers don’t require the use of condoms.

But Alameda Superior Court Judge Winifred Y. Smith ruled that a patient’s privacy trumps the agency’s subpoena request, saying that Cal/OSHA offered no reason why it can’t prove a violation by looking into the records of film producers themselves.

 “Even if the government agency itself has a duty to maintain the confidentiality of the information, constitutional privacy may bar the agency form obtaining the information,” the judge said.

“Cal/OSHA has not demonstrated, by evidence or argument, a compelling need for the information sought in the subpoena. Nor has it demonstrated that its subpoena is narrowly tailored to minimize the intrusion on plaintiff’s privacy issues.”

Ortiz said the agency is considering whether to appeal the ruling.

Related:  

Copyright © 2025 Adnet Media. All Rights Reserved. XBIZ is a trademark of Adnet Media.
Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited.

More News

Valerica Steele Headlines Jonni Darkko's 'DVP Sluts'

Valerica Steele toplines director Jonni Darkko’s “DVP Sluts,” from Evil Angel.

Michael Ninn Returns With 'Catherine' Sequel Made Entirely by AI

Veteran filmmaker Michael Ninn, though retired from the adult business for the past 10 years, recently unveiled a new episodic project titled "Catherine II: The Series," which serves as a sequel to his 2005 adult film "Catherine."

25,000 Sign Petition to Legalize Pornography in Ukraine

An OnlyFans model’s petition to decriminalize pornography in Ukraine has amassed the 25,000 signatures required for official consideration by President Volodymyr Zelensky.

WannaCollab Joins Pineapple Support as Supporter-Level Sponsor

WannaCollab has joined the ranks of over 70 adult businesses and organizations committing funds and resources to Pineapple Support.

Alison Rey Stars in Latest From New Sensations

Alison Rey stars with Isiah Maxwell in the latest release from New Sensations.

FSC Unpacks SCOTUS Age Verification Ruling in Webinar

The Free Speech Coalition conducted a public webinar Tuesday to help adult industry stakeholders understand the Supreme Court’s recent decision in FSC v. Paxton, and its potential implications.

Bad Bella Fronts Latest From MYLF

Bad Bella stars with Hayden Wild in the latest release from MYLF.

Abella Danger Opens Up Like Never Before in X3 Magazine

Powerhouse star Abella Danger lights up the latest issue of X3 magazine, the industry’s premier “authenticity first” publication spotlighting the real personalities, passions, and stories behind today’s top creators.

Pure Taboo Debuts Bree Mills Thriller 'Let Me In Too'

Reagan Foxx stars with Shay Sights in the latest thriller from Pure Taboo, titled “Let Me In Too.”

UK Lawmaker Calls for Appointment of 'Porn Minister'

Baroness Gabrielle Bertin, the Conservative member of Parliament who recently convened a new anti-pornography task force, is calling for the appointment of a “minister for porn,” according to British news outlet The Guardian.

Show More