Jonathan Meer

Jan 14, 2025 | natlawreview.com | Jonathan Meer

Certain amenities in a dwelling have evolved from being considered luxuries to becoming essential, exemplified by the increased reliance on technology in the home. One particular technology that has grown in popularity is the doorbell camera, which has raised questions of how much a homeowners’ association (HOA) may regulate their implementation and use. While related legal actions have been few in number, it may be the tip of the proverbial iceberg.

Sep 8, 2024 | econofact.org | Jonathan Meer

Charitable giving in the United States as a percentage of national income, about 2%, is significantly higher than the comparable percentage in other rich countries. How do people decide which causes to support? One approach is “effective altruism” which focuses on what’s important (primarily saving lives, no matter where), what’s effective but neglected (saving lives in extremely poor countries), and what’s tractable (by being able to quantify the efficacy of charity).

Aug 13, 2024 | law360.com | Jonathan Meer

By Jonathan Meer · August 13, 2024, 1:11 PM EDT This article is part of a monthly column that provides guidance on employers' top compliance concerns. In this installment, we discuss a new law in New York that bolsters work-related protections for freelancers.... To view the full article, register now.

Aug 2, 2024 | mondaq.com | Jonathan Meer

Q: What do freelance workers and their employers need to know about New York's Freelance Isn't Free Act? On November 22, 2023, Governor Kathy Hochul signed New York's Freelance Isn't Free Act (the Act or FIFA), set to take effect on August 28, 2024. FIFA expands on the protections in the 2016 New York City law of the same name, providing enhanced protections for freelance workers across the state.

Aug 1, 2024 | lexology.com | Jonathan Meer

Q: What do freelance workers and their employers need to know about New York’s Freelance Isn’t Free Act? On November 22, 2023, Governor Kathy Hochul signed New York’s Freelance Isn’t Free Act (the Act or FIFA), set to take effect on August 28, 2024. FIFA expands on the protections in the 2016 New York City law of the same name, providing enhanced protections for freelance workers across the state.