Kink.com controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2016
Further Cal/OSHA safety penalty
Kink received another Cal/OSHA fine concerning safety violations. The company disputed the enforcement as politically motivated and selectively applied.
2015
Public Disgrace workplace-safety lawsuit
A former editor and production assistant alleged inadequate security during a 2014 public shoot and alleged retaliation after raising safety concerns. The case was dismissed with prejudice in 2016.
2015
HIV-related performer litigation
Three performers alleged that they contracted HIV while working for Kink. The disputes moved into workers’ compensation proceedings and were later conditionally settled or dismissed.
2014
Cal/OSHA penalty over performer safety
Cal/OSHA penalized Kink over workplace-safety issues, including condom-use policies. The amount was reduced on appeal.
2013
Founder’s cocaine arrest
Peter Acworth was arrested during a police investigation involving alleged firearms and a makeshift shooting range. The criminal case was later thrown out; Acworth acknowledged cocaine possession and subsequently organized a charitable event connected with criminal-justice reform.
2013
Cam-performer compensation lawsuit
Cam performers sued after Kink replaced a base-salary arrangement with commission-based compensation. The dispute settled out of court and included confidentiality provisions.