California
FSC Sounds Alarm About Revived Anti-Section-230 California Bill
A controversial California bill that would eliminate Section 230 protections in the name of fighting “online trafficking” and “revenge porn,” along the lines established at the federal level by FOSTA-SESTA, has moved forward in the state senate, spurring the Free Speech Coalition to renew its campaign against the proposed legislation.
Coralyn Jewel CBD Lube Now Available at Skitzo Kitty in Palm Desert, California
Coralyn Jewel has announced that her personal CBD lubricant brand is now available at the Skitzo Kitty retail outlet in Palm Desert, California.
Strike 3: California Judge OKs Subpoena to Identify IP Address of Subscriber
A Southern California U.S. district court judge last week granted Strike 3 Holdings permission to subpoena internet service provider Spectrum in order to obtain the name and address of the subscriber behind a specific IP address that the company — which owns the copyrights of content produced by the Vixen Media Group brands — alleges has been “downloading and distributing their films.”
California COVID Relief Grants Still Exclude 'Prurient' Businesses
The California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) yesterday began distributing the sixth and final round of COVID relief business grants, but the application still includes a “prurient clause” which discourages adult businesses from applying.
CalExotics to Host Product Training for 'California Dreaming' Line
CalExotics will host two virtual product training sessions on Tuesday.
California: 2018 Employee vs. Contractor Standard Ruled Retroactive
Earlier this month, the California Supreme Court ruled that the 2018 “Dynamex ABC test” to determine if a worker is an employee or an independent contractor applies retroactively to labor relationships that predate the Dynamex decision.
FSC Issues Advisory Regarding New COVID Public Health Orders for California
Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has issued an advisory that seeks to clarify today's "stringent new public health orders" issued for the State of California and Los Angeles County.
California Senate Committee Quietly Unveils Massive Revision of AB5 Exemptions
The California Senate’s Labor Committee quietly approved yesterday substantial amendments to AB2257, the so-called “clean-up bill” for the controversial AB5 legislation that altered freelance employment in the State, affecting adult performers, strip club dancers and other sex workers.
California Ride-Hailing Ruling Could Affect Freelancer Status of Some Sex Workers
In a case which may have consequences for cam models and sex workers who rely on a single platform for a majority of their income, a judge ordered ride-hailing companies Uber and Lyft this afternoon to re-classify their California drivers from independent contractors to employees.
California Senate Committee Quietly Schedules Vote on New Freelancer Bill
In a surprising move, the California Senate’s Labor Committee scheduled a vote today on AB2257, the so-called “clean-up bill” for the controversial AB5 legislation that altered freelance employment in the State, affecting adult performers, strip club dancers and other sex workers.
Love is Life Retail Store in Santa Clarita, California Re-Opens
The Love is Life retail store in Santa Clarita, California has re-opened following "stay-at-home" orders due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Hustler Hollywood Expands Re-Openings Across California
Hustler Hollywood has announced that they have expanded re-openings for several California locations. The Sacramento, San Diego and Bakersfield stores are now open for business and also offer curbside pickup. San Jose is offering curbside pickup only.
Gov. Newsom: Entertainment Industry Re-Opening Guidelines Expected 'Monday'
California Governor Gavin Newsom revealed today that post-quarantine reopening guidelines for specific sectors, including the entertainment industry, will be released as early as Monday.
Hustler Hollywood Offering Curbside Pick-Up for California Locations
Hustler Hollywood has announced that they have made curbside pick-up available daily from 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. at locations throughout California.
FSC: AB2389 is 'Done' in California Assembly as State Pivots to Coronavirus Relief
AB2389, a proposed bill in the California State Assembly would require every adult performer in the state to obtain a business license, undergo a criminal history check and be fingerprinted, among other restrictive measures, will not be moving forward as the state pivots to COVID-19 pandemic relief.
California Legislator Publishes Amendments to Controversial 'Sex Worker Permit' Bill
The California Legislature has just published the amendments drafted by Assemblymember Cristina Gonzalez to the controversial AB2389, known as the "Sex Worker Permit" bill.
FSC Attends California Assembly Hearing on Entertainment Industry Jobs
Several members of the adult entertainment industry, including the leadership of the Free Speech Coalition (FSC), attended today's public hearing held by the California State Assembly Select Committee on Jobs and Innovation in the San Fernando Valley.
California: Another New Bill Seeks to Clarify Employment Status of Cam Models
California State Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez, author of the controversial AB5 bill which uses new standards to classify California workers as either employees or independent contractors, is working on a new bill, AB1850, which is expected to include language that would clarify the employment status of adult industry performers, such as cam models, who utilize video streaming platforms.
FSC: New California Bill Aimed at Adult Performers 'Patronizing, Ignorant'
The Free Speech Coalition (FSC) has released a statement in response to AB2389, a bill recently introduced in the California State Assembly that would require all adult performers in the state to undergo a criminal history check, among other measures.
Federal Judge Upholds California Labor Bill AB5
A federal judge in Los Angeles ruled today against Uber and Postmates' challenge of AB5, the controversial labor legislation designed to regulate the "gig economy." The legislation has resulted in much confusion for workers and employers that might be affected by it, including those in the adult industry.