You know, I am confused
 

Tracks state that jockeys are private contractors and not employees of the track. However, tracks can deny their entrance to the track or even ban them from riding for no reason. This doesn't make sense to me at all. Can someone please explain how this is possible for me?

That is interesting. But these tracks are denying these people their right to work without reason. That seems a bit bizarre to me.

I understand, but why don't they have to disclose their reasoning. Hougton was denied entrance to Turfway and he wasnt given a reason. I could understand if Houghton was charged with something. But so far, no charges.

pretty much what ya just mentioned...Private contractors are not employees and therefore have no vested relationship to the organization(s) they provide their services to on a daily basis. They (the tracks) should be able to deny anyone at anytime access to their facilities...If the reason for the dismissle is unwarranted, they (the Jocks) have the right to provide their services elsewhere and make someone else rich.

Yea America!

I understand the private property thing--but I am sure there are some labor laws that are being broken here. Each state is different. But I am sure this would make an interesting case.

I had some people that were contract employees and I couldnt deny them entrance to my facilities without just cause. The reason being is that they have established a working history at the property. If I denied them entrance, then I could get sued under the Labor Laws of Indiana. I needed to have a good reason to deny a person employment.

Just as I thought would happen. The jockey guild is sending a letter to the tracks saying that denying jocks due process before denying them the right to earn a living.

In my opinion, they jocks are prob going to sue and win. Even if you own the property, you cannot deny a person's right to earn a living without due process.

Here is the link to the story.
http://www.thoroughbredtimes.com/nat...-unlawful.aspx