The Reminger Report: Emerging Technologies

Gig economy workers are generally classified as independent contractors. However, this classification has been continuously challenged by the gig economy workers, and at times, by the App based companies through whom they find work.  This has resulted in some state legislatures passing bills that require app-based companies to offer benefits, that are often reserved for employees of the app-based...

Workers are traditionally classified as either employees or independent contractors. Gig economy workers are generally classified as independent contractors by the companies. However, we have recently seen both the Courts and state legislatures struggle with this dichotomy as it is applied to gig economy workers, who primarily work as rideshare or delivery drivers.   On March 30, 2023, a federal d...

Workers have historically fallen into two categories: employees and independent contractors. In November 2020, California voters passed Proposition 22: a ballot initiative to create a third type of worker classification. In February 2021, three California drivers and the Service Employees International Union filed a complaint against the State of California in the Alameda County Superior Court of...

The collapse of cryptocurrency bank Celsius Network was one of the main drivers of the spring 2022 crypto crash, which erased nearly $1 trillion from the market and depleted the funds of thousands of investors. Hosts Zachary Pyers and Kenton Steele discuss the rise and fall of this crypto bank and where things stand now. Be sure to check out the video version of this interview on our YouTube page...

Hosts Zachary Pyers and Kenton Steele discuss the basics of crypto, including blockchain, NFTs, and Bitcoin. They also review the current crypto regulation landscape Be sure to check out the video version of this interview on our YouTube page . Visit our website for information about our legal services related to emerging technologies.

Zachary Pyers is joined by Zachary Durant , a professional liability attorney at Reminger Co., LPA, to review the rise and fall of one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges - FTX. They'll discuss the ripple effects of this billion-dollar scandal, including the impact on future crypto regulations. Be sure to check out the video version of this interview on our YouTube page . Visit ou...

Zachary Pyers is joined by Adam Ellis , Founder & CEO of Harmoni Solutions, Inc.   Based in Youngstown, Ohio, Adam aims to improve the way that humans interact with machines with Harmoni- a device that revolutionizes the way CNC machine shops track time and performance.  Highlights of their discussion include: Adam's entrepreneurial journey and early exposure to the manufacturing industry...

Join Reminger Co., LPA and the Columbus Bar Association for a collaborative podcast series on emoji law. Emojis (from the Japanese e, “picture,” and moji, “character”) are an increasingly important way that we express ourselves. It is estimated that 2.3 trillion mobile messages have an emoji or two.     Though they can be cute and fun, emojis can also contribute to misinterpretations and misunders...

Join Reminger Co., LPA and the Columbus Bar Association for a collaborative podcast series on emoji law. Emojis (from the Japanese e, “picture,” and moji, “character”) are an increasingly important way that we express ourselves. It is estimated that 2.3 trillion mobile messages have an emoji or two.    Though they can be cute and fun, emojis can also contribute to misinterpretations and misunderst...

Join Reminger Co., LPA and the Columbus Bar Association for a collaborative podcast series on emoji law. Emojis (from the Japanese e, “picture,” and moji, “character”) are an increasingly important way that we express ourselves. It is estimated that 2.3 trillion mobile messages have an emoji or two.    Though they can be cute and fun, emojis can also contribute to misinterpretations and misunderst...

As the legal industry continues to evolve, blockchain may change how attorneys conduct a multitude of services including: smart contracts, land registry, intellectual property rights, chain of custody, litigation, settlements, and financial transactions. Bella Jagielski joins Zachary Pyers on the podcast today.  Bella is a law student at Capital University Law School and serves as the Editor-in-Ch...

When it comes to travel insurance, one size does not fit all. Factors such as COVID-19, natural disasters, and the war on terrorism have greatly shifted the travel landscape across the globe. Sasha Gainullin joins Zachary Pyers on the podcast today.  Sasha is the CEO of battleface , a tech travel insurance company that is redefining what it means to protect travelers worldwide. Highlights of their...

Zachary Pyers is once again joined by Devin Miller , Founder and CEO of Miller IP Law .  Based in Utah, Devin provides resources for start-ups and small businesses to learn about patents, trademarks, and copyrights and how they can build value into their business and protect their assets.  In this episode, Zachary and Devin review common problems faced by start-up entrepreneurs and how to avoid/ov...

Zachary Pyers is joined by Devin Miller , Founder and CEO of Miller IP Law .  Based in Utah, Devin provides resources for start-ups and small businesses to learn about patents, trademarks, and copyrights and how they can build value into their business and protect their assets.  Highlights of their discussion include: Devin's educational path from dual degrees in Electrical Engineering and Ma...

Kenton Steele is joined by Brandon Abshier ,  Chair of Reminger's IP/E-Commerce and Cyber Risk practice group to kick off our series on cybersecurity. By the end of 2022, there will be approximately 200 billion connected devices. In recent years we have seen significant increases in computer hacks, business email compromise, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and other forms of cyber-crime. H...

Kenton Steele is joined by Brandon Abshier ,  Chair of Reminger's IP/E-Commerce and Cyber Risk practice group to kick off our series on cybersecurity. By the end of 2022, there will be approximately 200 billion connected devices. In recent years we have seen significant increases in computer hacks, business email compromise, ransomware attacks, data breaches, and other forms of cyber-crime. H...

Zachary is again joined by Leila Banijamali , CEO and Co-Founder of Symbium , a California-based company that uses Complaw® to help make sense of complex zoning codes and regulations.  Symbium’s applications make the zoning and planning regulations that shape our cities and towns easy to navigate, empowering anyone to quickly assess what's possible on a piece of property or across a jurisdict...

Zachary is joined by Leila Banijamali , CEO and Co-Founder of Symbium , a California-based company that uses Complaw® to help make sense of complex zoning codes and regulations.  A company that grew out of a collaboration at Stanford University’s CodeX and the Computer Science Department, Symbium is developing an exciting new online housing platform that will make it much easier and user-friendly...

Zachary is again joined by Olivia Weinstock , CEO and Co-Founder of Tandem, Inc., the only free marketplace for care services that is revolutionizing the way that providers get paid.  Olivia launched Tandem in 2019, as a free platform that connects families with caregivers based on the core values of communication, respect, and performance. As with most businesses, the COVID-19 pandemic significan...

Zachary is joined by Olivia Weinstock , CEO and Co-Founder of Tandem, Inc., the only free marketplace for care services that is revolutionizing the way that providers get paid.  Olivia began her entrepreneurship journey as a teen,  running a kid's summer camp in her backyard. Since then, she has continued to build her strong network of parents that trust her to provide and recommend care serv...

Zachary is joined by Michael Urban , an engineer who focuses on the forensic evaluation of vehicular collisions; product and material failures; automotive design, development, and testing with Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.   Zachary and Michael review autonomous driving technology's impact on accident reconstruction and common misconceptions about driverless cars.  Part 2 highlights include:...

Zachary is joined by Michael Urban , an engineer who focuses on the forensic evaluation of vehicular collisions; product and material failures; automotive design, development, and testing with Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.   Zachary and Michael examine the current state of the autonomous vehicle industry and predict timeframes for getting Level 3 vehicles on the road in the US.  Part 1 highlights...

Proposition 22—the controversial ballot initiative that allowed rideshare companies to keep classifying drivers as independent contractors rather than employees—was passed in November of 2020. Last month,  a California Superior Court judge ruled that Prop 22 was unconstitutional. In part 4 of our gig economy series, Zachary Pyers and Kenton Steele will discuss the following questions: What led to...

The rise of the gig economy (bolstered by the COVID-19 pandemic) has led many to consider expanding America's current employee / independent contractor employment classification system. This "third way"  — neither classifying workers as employees nor independent workers — would allow gig workers to receive some benefits, but not become full employees. In part 3 of our gig economy se...

The use of gig economy platforms (such as Uber, Doordash, and Fiverr) has grown at an explosive rate. Torts and employment disputes arising during gig economy transactions are becoming a regular occurrence. In part 2 of our gig economy series, Zachary Pyers and Kenton Steele will discuss the following questions: What is the gig economy and what types of tort claims arise from gig economy transacti...