Vegas is no different from any other union town where trade shows are concerned, so those problems would be present no matter where you go in town.
Unions are a pain in the ass whether it be Vegas, NYC or wherever. In my previous mainstream life, I had to deal with them regularly. They insist upon you using overpriced union labor to help setup your booth. If you dont, the union brothers will be looking for the first opportunity to get some payback.
Best plan is play their game, hire at least one of them, tip him well, and hire your own security if you have to leave expensive stuff at the booth overnight.
Just one of the many things that makes a booth a pain in the ass and expensive and the reason you're seeing them get smaller at trade shows of all types.
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