Updated December 1, 2024

INDEPENDENT CONTRACT TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. ACCOUNTABILITY 1.1 No-showing to an event that you have confirmed to, hurts the client, your fellow staff from procuring future work, yourself and Hot Bartenders who has worked extremely hard to get you this work. Notarized documentation/proof for extreme situations such as sickness, accident and family emergencies will be needed as an exception. Without documentation you agree that you are responsible to repay Hot Bartender lost revenue(s). Hot Bartenders will pursue to our fullest abilities to recover lost wages and damages for a non excused no-show and will hold the staff responsible for lost revenue(s) and any additional expenses that might be incurred by client if payment is not received.

1.2 Arriving late (past your start time) will incur a late rate which is, $100 for dancers and $15 for all other service staff. This is intended to deter lateness which is unprofessional and harmful to everyone including yourself financially.

IMPORTANT If there is a situation where you will be late you need to call the office at 310-256-1246 immediately. 1.3 Leaving before an event is complete has the same harmful effect as 1.1 and 1.2 as noted above. All events are deemed as open ended, which means that when you accept an event booking you are confirming that you are available to work a total of up to ten (10) hours. If you leave before an event is complete you agree to pay $150 charge that will be deducted from any outstanding payments. Any additional owing will be invoice to you with a 21 day grace period to pay. After 21 days a 2% or $25 late fee will be assessed. If amount is not paid within 42 days we will send to collection.

2. DRINKING 2.1 Consumption of alcohol at the event and/or arriving to the event under the influence of alcohol or drugs will result in immediate dismissal and no pay. Drinking is strictly prohibited.

3. SOLICITATION 3.1 Hot Bartenders work very hard to acquire our clients and to get you work. Soliciting or accepting solicitation from Hot Bartender clients for any services Hot Bartenders offers will result in immediate dismissal and no pay and removal from our agency and all sister agencies we are affiliated with. By working any Hot Bartender events, you agree to refrain from soliciting or accepting solicitations of any and all services Hot Bartender provides

4. FRATERNIZATION 4.1 Staff are prohibited from fraternizing or becoming romantically involved with Hot Bartender's clients when their personal relationships create an actual conflict of interest, cause disruption, create a negative or unprofessional work environment, present problems regarding supervision, work performance, attitude, safety, security or morale, or cause other work related problems. Fraternization will result in immediate dismissal and no pay.

5. COMPENSATION 5.1 In full consideration for the completion of the independent contractor services as indicated in the booking details via email. Hot Bartenders shall pay the Independent Contractor as follows; An agreed upon rate that is indicated in each booking detail email. When independent contractor accepts the booking by confirming to the booking email they are accepting the rate offered. 5.2 Agreeing to or solicitation to receive payment for services directly by the client is theft and will be pursued to the fullest extent of the law. Payment does not come from the client and talent my only accept gratuity if offered. 5.3 Hot Bartenders shall pay within 14 business days after the event date worked by Chase QuickPay or if requested by staff, via mail to the address indicated in your W(. If you move it is your responsibility to send an email to the Company with your new address. C. Independent Contractor acknowledges and agrees that, except as provided in this Section 2, it shall not be entitled to, and the Company shall not be obligated to pay, any monies or other compensation for the Services provided and rights granted under this Agreement.

6. GRATUITY 6.1 If gratuity is added to credit card, $5 or 6% of gross amount of gratuity, whichever is most, will be deducted to cover merchant fees and processing time. Your gratuity will be added along with your final hours as one payment.

6.2 If you are working a shared bar then split the tips evenly with your workmates. Gratuity is at the client’s discretion, however we always kindly suggest that they tip our bartenders out at the end of the evening if a tip jar is not allowed. If a bar back is assigned to your bar and is working hard for you a least a 15% from your total tips is the standard rate suggestion.

7. ENGAGEMENT 7.1 The Company hereby engages the Independent Contractor to render the services, according to the schedule and as described in the annexed Exhibit A (collectively, the "Services"). In the event of any conflict between this Agreement and the annexed Exhibit A, this Agreement shall control.

8. ASSURANCE OF SERVICES 8.1 Independent Contractor will assure that the following individuals (the "Key Employees") will be available to perform, and will perform, the Services hereunder until they are completed. B. The Key Employees may be changed only with the prior written approval of the Company.

9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP 9.1 The Independent Contractor agrees to perform the Services hereunder solely as an Independent Contractor. The parties to this Agreement recognize that this Agreement does not create any actual or apparent agency, partnership, franchise, or relationship of employer and employee between the parties. The Independent Contractor is not authorized to enter into or commit the Company to any agreements, and the Independent Contractor shall not represent itself as the agent or legal representative of the Company. B. Further, the Independent Contractor shall not be entitled to participate in any of the Company's benefits, including without limitation any health or retirement plans. The Independent Contractor shall not be entitled to any remuneration, benefits, or expenses other than as specifically provided for in this Agreement. C. The Company shall not be liable for taxes, Worker's Compensation, unemployment insurance, employers' liability, employer's FICA, social security, withholding tax, or other taxes or withholding for or on behalf of the Independent Contractor or any other person consulted or employed by the Independent Contractor in performing Services under this Agreement. All such costs shall be Independent Contractor's responsibility.

10. PROPRIETARY RIGHTS 10.1 The Independent Contractor acknowledges that it has no right to or interest in its work or product resulting from the Services performed hereunder, or any of the documents, reports or other materials created by the Independent Contractor in connection with such Services, nor any right to or interest in any copyright therein. The Independent Contractor acknowledges that the Services and the products thereof (hereinafter referred to as the "Materials") have been specially commissioned or ordered by the Company as "works made-for-hire" as that term is used in the Copyright Law of the United States, and that the Company is therefore to be deemed the author of and is the owner of all copyrights in and to such Materials. B. In the event that such Materials, or any portion thereof, are for any reason deemed not to have been works made-for-hire, the Independent Contractor hereby assigns to the Company any and all right, title, and interest Independent Contractor may have in and to such Materials, including all copyrights, all publishing rights, and all rights to use, reproduce, and otherwise exploit the Materials in any and all formats or media and all channels, whether now known of hereafter created. The Independent Contractor agrees to execute such instruments, as the Company may from time to time deem necessary or desirable to evidence, establish, maintain, and protect the Company's ownership of such Materials, and all other rights, title, and interest therein. C. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company acknowledges that the Independent Contractor's ability to carry out the work required is heavily dependent upon the Independent Contractor's past experience in the industry and in providing similar services to others and they expect to continue such work in the future. Subject to the confidentiality provisions of Section 6 below, generic information communicated to the Company in the course of this project either orally, in the form of presentations, or in documents that report such general industry knowledge is not subject to the terms of A & B above. D. You give the Company permission to use your images and video solely to promote and market the Company services in a professional and respectful manner in all media form including website, banners, print, media, billboards, etc.

11. CONFIDENTIALITY 11.1 In connection with the performance of Services hereunder, the Independent Contractor may be exposed to confidential and proprietary information of the Company, whether or not so identified (including without limitation this Agreement). All such confidential and proprietary information shall be subject to the terms and conditions of the Non-Disclosure Agreement, as annexed in Exhibit B. B. The Independent Contractor shall not, without the prior written consent of the Company, use the Company's name in any advertising or promotional literature or publish any articles relating to the Company, this Agreement, or the Services and shall not otherwise refer to the retention of Independent Contractor to render consulting services hereunder.

12. WARRANTIES AND INDEMNIFICATION 12.1 The Independent Contractor represents and warrants that: i) The Services shall be performed in accordance with, and shall not violate, applicable laws, rules or regulations, and standards prevailing in the industry and the Independent Contractor shall obtain all permits or permissions required to comply with such laws, rules or regulations; ii) The service shall be presentable in accordance with generally applicable standards in the industry; iii) The Independent Contractor has full power and authority to enter into and perform its obligations under this Agreement; this Agreement is a legal, valid, and binding obligation of Independent Contractor, enforceable against it in accordance with its terms (except as may be limited by bankruptcy, insolvency, moratorium, or similar laws affecting creditors' rights generally and equitable remedies); entering into this Agreement will not violate the Charter or By-laws of Independent Contractor or any material contract to which it is a party; iv) The Independent Contractor will perform the Services in accordance with the specifications established by the Company. B. The Company represents and warrants that it has full power and authority to enter into and perform its obligations under this Agreement; this Agreement is a legal, valid, and binding obligation of the Company, enforceable against it in accordance with its terms (except as may be limited by bankruptcy, insolvency, moratorium, or similar laws affecting creditors' rights generally and equitable remedies); entering into this Agreement will not violate the Charter or By-laws of the Company or any material contract to which it is a party. C. The Independent Contractor shall comply with all of the Company's standards and procedures when working on-site at the Company, including without limitation, standards relating to security. D. The Company shall not be liable for injury or death occurring to the Independent Contractor or any of its employees or other assistants in the course of performing this Agreement. E. The Independent Contractor hereby indemnifies and holds harmless the Company, its subsidiaries, and affiliates, and their officers and employees, from any damages, claims, liabilities, and costs, including reasonable attorney's fees, or losses of any kind or nature whatsoever ("Loss") which may in any way arise from the Services performed by the Independent Contractor hereunder, the work of employees of the Independent Contractor while performing the Services of the Independent Contractor hereunder, or any breach or alleged breach by Independent Contractor of this Agreement, including the warranties set forth herein. The Company shall retain control over the defense of, and any resolution or settlement relating to, such Loss. The Independent Contractor will cooperate with the Company and provide reasonable assistance in defending any such claim.

13. RELEASE, WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE 13.1 The Independent Contractor acknowledges that he/she is responsible for any medical or other costs arising out of any bodily injury or property damage sustained while providing services as an independent contractor for the Company. The Independent Contractor certifies that he/she has adequate insurance coverage, including health and accident, for any injuries that might be sustained while working for The Company. The Independent Contractor further covenants and agrees that he/she will not sue The Company, The owner of The Company, its members individually or any clients of The Company for any claim for damages, for bodily injury or other, arising while performing any and all services for The Company as an Independent Contractor.

14. TERM AND TERMINATION 14.1 A. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the date hereof and shall continue until the Independent Contractor satisfactorily completes performance of the Services (hereinafter the "Term"). B. This Agreement may be terminated: i) by either party upon fifteen (15) days prior written notice if the other party breaches or is in default of any obligation hereunder and such default has not been cured within such fifteen (15) day period ii) by the Company at any time during the Term for any reason (or no reason) upon ten (10) days written notice. C. Neither party shall be liable or deemed to be in default for any delay or failure in performance under this Agreement or interruption of service resulting, directly or indirectly, from cancellation of event, from acts of God, civil or military authority, acts of the public enemy, war, riots, civil disturbances, insurrections, accidents, fire, explosions, earthquakes, floods, the elements, strikes, labor disputes, shortages of suitable parts, materials, labor or transportation or any causes beyond the control of such party. D. Upon termination by either party, Independent Consultant shall provide to Company any and all copies, in whole or in part, of the Materials (as they then exist) and any and all tangible materials the Company provided to the Independent Consultant in connection with this Agreement.

15. DAMAGES AND REMEDIES 15.1 In the event of termination of this Agreement by the Company pursuant to Section 9.B (i), the Company shall have all remedies available to it at law and in equity. Any and all Materials prepared for and/or delivered to the Company prior to termination shall remain the property of the Company. B. In the event of termination pursuant to Section 9.B (ii), and provided that Independent Contractor is not in material breach of its obligations hereunder, the Independent Contractor shall be entitled to keep all monies already paid pursuant to Section 2 and the Company's sole obligation shall be to pay Independent Contractor the amount due for Services already acceptably performed and Materials already accepted, pro rata. In no event shall the Company be liable for any lost profits or consequential, incidental or special damages. C. The Independent Contractor waives any and all right to injunctive relief in the event of any dispute with the Company, and the Independent Contractor's sole remedy in such a dispute shall be at law.

16. GENERAL TERMS 16.1 This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California applicable to contracts made and fully performed therein, and the state and federal courts located in Los Angeles shall have exclusive jurisdiction of all suits and proceedings arising out of or in connection with this agreement. Both parties hereby submit to the jurisdiction of said courts for purposes of any such suit or proceeding, and waive any claim that any such forum is an inconvenient forum. B. Any notices to either party under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by hand or sent by nationally recognized messenger service, or by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, to the address set forth above or to such other address as that party may hereafter designate by notice. Notice shall be effective when received, which shall be no greater than one (1) business day after being sent by a nationally recognized messenger service or three days after being sent by mail. C. The Company may freely assign this Agreement, in whole or in part. The Independent Contractor may not, without the written consent of the Company, assign, subcontract, or delegate its obligations under this Agreement, except that the Independent Contractor may transfer the right only to receive any amounts which may be payable to it for performance under this Agreement, and then only after receipt by the Company of written notice of such assignment or transfer. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties' successors and assigns. D. The waiver by either party of a breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any subsequent or other breach or violation. E. Following the expiration or termination of this Agreement, whether by its terms, operation of law, or otherwise, the terms and conditions set forth, as well as any term, provision, or condition required for the interpretation of this Agreement or necessary for the full observation and performance by each party hereto of all rights and obligations arising prior to the date of termination, shall survive such expiration or termination. F. This Agreement represents the entire Agreement between the parties. The Agreement may not be amended, changed, or supplemented in any way except by written Agreement signed by both parties.

EXHIBIT A The following describes the Services to be performed, any materials that are to be delivered, and the schedule for delivery as described below: Allow time when traveling to events for L.A. traffic, parking, checking, changing if need and finding your work place. Please show up 15 min early but do not enter the premises anytime before that.

17 NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT 17.1 In consideration of disclosure of Confidential Information, the parties agrees as follows: 1. "Confidential" or "Proprietary" information shall mean the disclosing party information, software, Documentation or products in which the disclosing party claims a proprietary interest, related trade secrets, methods of expression, processes, the disclosing party trademarks and copyrights, and all materials labeled confidential or trade secret or which the receiving party is advised prior to disclosure are confidential or proprietary. 2. "Derivative Works" shall mean software and other products based on preexisting software or products, such as a revision, compilation, translation, modification, abridgment, condensation, expansion, or any other form in which such preexisting works may be recast, transformed, or adapted, and that would constitute copyright infringement or other infringement of proprietary rights of others therein if prepared without the consent of the copyright proprietor of the pre-existing work. 3. "Documentation" shall mean and include all written explanations, in hard copy or machine readable format, prepared by disclosing party to describe its products, services or other works. 4. The receiving party shall hold and maintain Confidential Information in strictest confidence and in trust for the sole and exclusive benefit of disclosing party. 5. The receiving party hereby recognizes the disclosing party’s proprietary interest in its Confidential or Proprietary information, software and products, Derivative Works and Documentation. The receiving party agrees not to communicate, provide, disclose, transfer or otherwise make available during the term of this Agreement or any time thereafter, any information relating to the disclosing party’s trade secrets or Confidential Information which the receiving party may acquire or is disclosed to the receiving party under this Agreement, unless previously authorized in writing by the disclosing party. The restrictions contained herein shall not apply to (a) any information that is in the public domain through wrongful act of the receiving party, (b) any information that is disclosed to the receiving party by a third party having legitimate possession thereof and the unrestricted right to make such disclosure, (c) any information that receiving party can demonstrate was within its legitimate possession without any obligation to keep confidential prior to the time of disclosure under this Agreement, or (d) any information independently developed by the receiving party where the receiving party can establish that the development was accomplished without access to the disclosing party's information. 6. For a period of 3 years from the termination of this Agreement, the receiving party shall not disclose any information it receives from the disclosing party that is orally disclosed, or that is in written or visual form and which is marked Proprietary, Confidential, or comparable legend, such as "Company Strictly Private" or "Company Internal Data" to any third party, except upon on a need to know basis, with the prior written approval from the disclosing party, and where such other party has executed a nondisclosure agreement with the receiving party that is in substantial conformity with this agreement, but which in no event provides less protection to the disclosing party than under this Agreement. The receiving party shall use the same degree of care to avoid disclosure or use of the Proprietary Information as the receiving party employs with respect to its own proprietary information of like importance. 7. The receiving party acknowledges and agrees that any disclosure or misappropriation of any of the Confidential or Proprietary Information in violation of this Agreement may cause the disclosing party irreparable harm, the amount of which may be difficult to ascertain and, therefore, agrees that the disclosing party shall have the right to apply to a court of competent jurisdiction for any order restraining any such further disclosure or misappropriation and for such other relief as may be appropriate. Such right of the disclosing party is in addition to remedies otherwise available to the disclosing party at law or in equity. 8. At the termination of the obligations under this Agreement, or upon the written request of the disclosing party the receiving party shall either return to the disclosing party all confidential and Proprietary Information, Derivative Works and Documentation received by the receiving party or the receiving party shall destroy such materials and all copies, and said destruction shall be certified in writing by officer of the receiving party. 9. If any provision of this Agreement as applied to either party or to any circumstance, shall be adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction to be void or unenforceable for any reason, unless such court decision defeats the purpose of this Agreement, the same shall in no way affect (to the maximum extent permissible by law) any other provision under circumstances different from those adjudicated by the court, or the validity or enforceability of this Agreement as a whole. 10. Neither party may assign any rights nor delegate any duties under this Agreement without the other party’s prior written consent, and any attempt to do without that consent shall be void. This Agreement will bind and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns. 11. This Agreement terminates five (5) years from the Effective Date. 12. This Agreement is entered into in the State of California and will be governed and construed according to the laws of the State of California.

18. NON-COMPETITION 18.1 To protect the Confidential Information after having worked with Hot Bartenders in any capacity, and for a total of 5 years after working with / for Hot Bartenders in any capacity, you shall not:

Plan for, acquire any financial interest in, or perform services for (as an employee, consultant, officer, director, independent contractor, principal, agent or otherwise) any business what would require you to use or disclose any Confidential Information; or perform services (as an employee, consultant, officer, director independent contractor, principal, agent, or otherwise) that are similar to your current duties or responsibilities for any person or entity that, during the term of this Agreement, engages in any business activity in which you is then engages or proposes to be engages an that conducts its business in the following territory: Los Angeles County.

19. SMS-OPT IN: 19.1 "By agreeing the terms of service, you agree to receive text messages from Hot Bartenders for event gig opportunities. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply HELP for help and STOP to cancel.

 

 

 

 

TERMS OF SERVICE

Accepting The Terms

  • In order to use the services, you must first agree to the terms and you understand and agree that Hot Bartenders will treat your use of the Services as acceptance of the Terms.

Hiring Staff Outside Of Agency

  • By using Hot Bartenders services you agree, not to hire any of our staff directly for up to 16 months. In the event you hire any of our staff directly you will be billed an additional 50% surcharge fee.
  • Hot Bartenders LA staff are under contract to not accept solicitation of services from clients outside of Hot Bartenders. This includes all services that Hot Bartenders currently offers.

Rates & Hours

  • Please refer to www.hotbartendersla.com/rates for up-to-date rates.
  • A minimum of four (4) hours booking for any staff category.
  • Staff kept after the booked time will continue at the same rate in hourly increments.
  • Unless you have indicated in the attached event details a set time of completion. All bartenders, cocktail waitresses, bar-backs will continue to work at the event until you, the client directly communicate to them that they are released at a specific time. You will be charged for the time all staff have worked.
  • At all times, in the event all and any staff remin at work beyond the indicated time in this agreement you will be responsible for the fees set forth in here.
  • Additional $10 per hour for service staff, 15% additional for Open Bar Packages and 20% for all other services, will be added to all events that are on the following dates: May 5, July 3 to 5, Oct 29 to Nov 1, Nov 26 to 28 and Dec 24 to Jan 1.

Gratuity

  • Gratuity processed via credit card or given to staff at your event does not constitute payment for the services directly. Gratuity is in addition to any services provided and cannot be used to discount or replace the charge that you have agreed to in using our services.

Parking Fees

  • Client is not held responsible for any parking tickets staff may incur, however, if there is no street parking available for the staff, then client will pay for staff parking fees i.e. parking lot or valet. Please notify us beforehand with any parking instructions.

Travel Rates

  • If event address is located more then 10 miles outside of Hollywood 90068 zip code, we charge .85 cents/mile per staff and delivery of any rentals for total miles driven there and back from 90068 per staff and delivery. This will be automatically included in total amount charged.
  • If staff is requested leave the event location to purchase inventory and they use their own vehicle, a $40 service charge will be automatically included in total amount charged.

Minimum Booking Rates for events 70 Miles Outside Of Los Angeles District

  • If you are located more then 70 miles outside of Los Angeles County we have a minimum booking of eight (8) hours even if you do not use for full time. Any distance over 280 miles flight, purchase is required at the expense of the client and $300 extended travel fee is required per day in addition to the six (8) hour minimum charge per day.

Staff Preference, Substitution & Guest Count

  • We will do our best to provide you your selected staff. In order to accomplish this, we ask that you make your reservation no later than 7 days before the desired start time for your event so we can book your preferences. In the case that none of your top choices are available, an HBLA coordinator will help you choose a replacement.
  • When using our services we require that there is one bartender per 70 guests. Bartenders can provide professional and quality service up to a maximum of 70 guests.

Cancellations

  • Once you book any of our services and/or rentals a cancellation fee is effective of 25% of gross total. Cancellations made within 72 hours of the event date will result in 100% of gross total.
  • If there is a liability or insurance issue for the venue, company or individual this will also fall under our cancellation policy and will result in 100% of total gross charge.
  • You are responsible for any errors in booking details (staff quantity, event date etc) that require cancellations and or revisions that fall within the cancellation fees policy.

Payment

  • Only after the event, we will charge the credit card on file and a receipt will be sent to you via email. If you prefer to pay by check or other form of credit card then we require receipt within 14 days after the event. Please do not pay the bartenders directly except for gratuity. Any payment made directly to staff will be deemed a gratuity and not payment for services.
  • $1000 or greater, will be pre-authorized with credit card on file but not charged until after event completion.
  • $5000 or greater requires a 50% deposit and remaining 50% after event completion.
  • We only accept checks for events greater then $10,000.

Late Payment

  • A 2% late payment charge per week will be assessed if payment has not been made in full after 10 days after the event. Date. The minimum late payment fee is $25.00 as the purpose is to defray the costs associated with collecting late payments.

Non-Payment

  • If you refuse to pay, give false payment information, we will make every effort to collect the debt. By using the services you agree that all costs we incur associated with collecting debts, including attorneys’ fees and court costs, will be paid by you.

Changes To The Terms

  • Hot Bartenders may make changes to the Universal Terms or Additional Terms from time to time. When these changes are made, Hot Bartenders will make a new copy of the Universal Terms upon request and any new Additional Terms will be made available to you from within, or through, the affected Services.
  • You understand and agree that if you use the Services after the date on which the Universal Terms or Additional Terms have changed, Hot Bartenders will treat your use as acceptance of the updated Universal Terms or Additional Terms

Underage Drinking & Client Responsibilities

  • The client is responsible to insure that there is no underage drinking and confirms that the event is invite only. Our staff is serving alcohol to guests that visibly look of age with the knowledge that the client has done their due diligence (i.e. wrist bands, security guard) to make sure the guests are 21 years of age or older.
  • 14.2 The client is responsible for the actions of their guests and must adhere to all California laws. Hot Bartenders staff and Hot Bartenders are not to be held liable or responsible for any violations of the law by guests or clients.

Accuracy of Event Details

  • The client is responsible for reviewing the event details below and amending any needed changes before signing and sending back to Hot Bartenders. Any errors will be the sole responsibility of the client. Payment in full for all services requested will be executed after the event date indicated in event details below whether services have been rendered or not due solely to event detail error by client.

Release of Liability

  • In consideration of participation by the undersigned with Hot Bartenders. I agree to forever protect, save and keep Hot Bartenders, their officers, agents, independent contractors, employees, volunteers, interns, assigns, holding them harmless and indemnifying them against and from all claims, demands, losses, cost, damages, suits, judgments, penalties, expenses and liabilities of any kind or nature whatsoever arising directly or indirectly out of, or in connection with the hiring, contracting, using and/or volunteering of any and all Hot Bartenders staff and services. I further release and discharge the producers and each of the participants, persons and entities to herein from any and all claims, demands, losses an/or liability of any kind or nature, resulting from any of the acts of the aforesaid in connection with Hot Bartenders

Conduct

  • Conduct that belittles or demeans any individual on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual preference, age, disability, or other similar characteristics or circumstances, whether engaged by clients, client’s guests, independent contractors, supervisors, associates or other non-employees who conduct business with Hot Bartenders may result in legal action up to and including discharge for independent contractors. This policy covers all Hot Bartender independent contractors, clients and client guests (clients are responsible for their guest’s actions).