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Navigating the Intersection of AI and Human Resources: Strategies for Mitigating Legal Risks*

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According to a recent study by the Society for Human Resource Management, 25% of organizations use artificial intelligence (“AI”) to assist with human resources functions, and another 25% anticipate doing so by the end of...more

Venable LLP

Lies, Damned Lies, and AI: Lie-Detecting AI May Expose Employers to Liability

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It's that time of year again—hiring season! And right on cue, your director of human resources has scheduled a meeting to pitch you a quick fix: artificial intelligence (AI)....more

Kerr Russell

AI In The Workplace: Helpful Or Harmful?

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Most of us use artificial intelligence (AI) every single day without even thinking about it. We open our phones with face ID, we ask Alexa to set an alarm, we scroll through our social media algorithms, we rely on spellcheck...more

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Equity in Employment: How to Avoid Discrimination While Ensuring Form I-9 Compliance

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The fine line between following proper hiring procedures and promoting fairness and inclusivity requires a seasoned HR professional who understands not only the nuance of hiring in today’s world but also has a legal mind for...more

Fisher Phillips

EEOC Breaks New Ground by Settling First-Ever AI Discrimination Lawsuit: 10 Pointers to Avoid Robot Bias

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We’ve reached another milestone in the AI revolution: the federal agency charged with enforcing anti-bias laws just recorded its first-ever settlement in a case involving AI discrimination in the workplace. The Equal...more

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What Employers Need to Know About Use of Generative AI at Work

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Generative AI could profoundly affect workplace dynamics, potentially bringing significant benefits to companies that are able to manage the risks. Here we focus on employment law as it relates to use of generative AI at...more

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Unconscious Bias in the Workplace: Is it Everything Everywhere All at Once?

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Bias, and particularly unconscious bias, is tricky. It is present in the most well intentioned of individuals and can be challenging to identify and therefore manage. However, just because it is challenging to identify does...more

Gould + Ratner LLP

Using AI in Human Resources: The Legal Landscape

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In Part I of this three -part series on artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace, we explored some of AI’s uses in the workplace and potential legal complications with the technology. In this Part II, we explore legal...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

Would Your HR Staff Recognize Lesser-Known Biases That Can Lead to Discrimination Claims?

Employers may believe they are aware of potential areas of concern for discrimination or harassment among different groups of employees. Their concerns often focus on race discrimination claims or national origin claims from...more

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New York City Issues Regulations for Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Human Resources

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On April 6, 2023, the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection issued its final rule interpreting the City’s Local Law 144 regulating the use of "automated employment decision tools," which went into effect...more

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EEOC Focuses on Hiring Bias Claims: A 5-Step Compliance Plan for Staffing Firms

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Employers faced unprecedented challenges over the last few years when it comes to attracting and retaining skilled workers — and many turned to staffing firms to help fill critical roles. In turn, the Equal Employment...more

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New York City’s Automated Employment Decision Tools Law: Proposed Rules Are Finally Here

​​​​​​​On September 23, 2022, the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection published proposed rules to implement the city’s automated employment decision tools (AEDT) law. The law, which will take effect on...more

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Federal Agencies Say Employer Use of AI and Hiring Algorithms May Lead to Disability Bias: 5 Key Takeaways

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Employers can benefit from using software programs to streamline their hiring process, but federal agencies just sent a stern warning that relying on algorithms and artificial intelligence (AI) to make staffing decisions...more

DirectEmployers Association

OFCCP Week In Review: April 2022 #4

The DE OFCCP Week in Review (WIR) is a simple, fast and direct summary of relevant happenings in the OFCCP regulatory environment, authored by experts John C. Fox, Candee Chambers and Jennifer Polcer. In today’s edition, they...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

[Webinar] The Promise and Perils of AI in Employment Decision-Making: A View from the EEOC - January 13th, 9:00 am PT

Commissioner Sonderling will address the implications of Artificial Intelligence(AI)/Machine Learning (ML) for equal employment opportunity. Employers are using AI to make employment decisions at every stage of the job life...more

Fisher Phillips

Robots Beware: NYC Cracks Down on Artificial Intelligence Use in the Workplace

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New York City employers who use artificial intelligence technologies to recruit and hire candidates and promote employees will soon face significant compliance obligations aimed at preventing bias when using such technology....more

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Welcome to the Machine(s): Can AI Save Employers From Discrimination or Retaliation Allegations?

Employees who claim that they were discriminated against or retaliated against by their employer typically must prove that the employer was substantially motivated by their membership in a protected class (such as race,...more

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12 Days of HR: A Lesson on Implicit Bias Inspired by Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

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The story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer has been a long-time holiday staple, both in film and in song. The gist of the story is that Rudolph was born with a glowing red nose, and because of it, he was made fun of and...more

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