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Navigating “Anti-American Hiring Bias” Priorities & Staying Compliant While Sponsoring Talent in the U.S.

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In recent months, we have seen a rise in charges filed with the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) and announcements from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)...more

Oppenheimer Investigations Group

Understanding Unconscious Biases in Workplace Investigations

Unconscious biases, including implicit and cognitive biases, are pervasive in our daily lives and can significantly impact our decisions, even when we strive to be fair and objective. For workplace investigators, recognizing...more

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AI at Work: Tips on Battling Bias

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The use of workplace artificial intelligence (‘AI’) is becoming increasingly commonplace for employers in Germany. It can bring significant benefits to HR by increasing efficiency and saving costs. However, it is essential...more

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AI in the Workplace Series - Part 3: Artificial Intelligence in Employment: How States Surrounding Pennsylvania are Approaching...

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This article is the third installment in our AI in the Workplace series. In Part 2: From Harrisburg to the White House, Allyson Lonas explored the growing legal uncertainty surrounding artificial intelligence (“AI”) adoption...more

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Illinois Anti-Discrimination Law to Address AI Goes Into Effect on 1 January 2026

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Effective 1 January 2026, Illinois House Bill 3773 (HB 3773) amends the Illinois Human Rights Act, (IHRA) to expressly prohibit employers from using artificial intelligence (AI) that “has the effect of subjecting employees to...more

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Attending to EEOC’s New Workplace Focus: Antisemitism on College Campuses

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Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Acting Chair Andrea Lucas issued a statement on March 17, 2025, notifying universities and colleges that the EEOC intends to hold them accountable for antisemitism in on-campus...more

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What’s the Latest News with DEI?

As you know, there’s been a frenzy around DEI initiatives this year in the of wake President Trump’s executive orders regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. We addressed the executive order titled “Ending...more

Oppenheimer Investigations Group

Key Insights for Impartial Investigations: Can One be Opinionated and Unbiased at the Same Time?

People, including investigators, have opinions, but that doesn’t necessarily get in the way of doing impartial investigations into school or workplace claims of misconduct, which often center around sensitive issues such as...more

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“Wicked” Didn’t Win Best Picture – But Employers Can Turn Its Lessons Into Best Practices

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“Wicked” may have lost best picture to “Anora,” but the musical’s stars opened the Oscars with a stellar performance of the most memorable songs from the Land of Oz – and there’s no doubt that it was a smash hit at the box...more

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Virginia Lawmakers Pass AI Discrimination Law, But Will the Governor Approve? What Employers Need to Know

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Virginia lawmakers just passed a groundbreaking AI anti-discrimination bill, setting the stage for new workplace compliance obligations – but that’s only if Gov. Glenn Youngkin signs it into law. Following the lead of...more

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The DEI Stalemate: Paying the Price for the Wrong Move - Part 2

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Part 2 of The DEI Stalemate builds on the lessons learned in the first session, focusing on practical strategies for implementing successful DEI initiatives without legal missteps. Attorneys X. Lightfoot, Avery Locklear, and...more

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New Jersey Guidance on AI: Employers Must Comply With State Anti-Discrimination Standards

On January 9, 2025, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights issued guidance stating that New Jersey’s anti-discrimination law applies to artificial intelligence. Specifically, the New...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

New Jersey AG Says Anti-Discrimination Law Covers Algorithmic Discrimination

Last week, New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin announced new guidance that the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD) applies to algorithmic discrimination, i.e., when automated systems treat people differently...more

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Democratic AGs Pen Letter Opposing Walmart’s Decision to End Diversity Initiatives

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A group of 13 Democratic AGs wrote a letter to Walmart’s President and CEO expressing concern about Walmart’s announcement that it will end certain aspects of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives....more

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Regulating Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decision-Making: What’s on the Horizon for 2025

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Employment law in 2024 could aptly be summarized as the “Year of Artificial Intelligence Legislation.” Indeed, all but five states introduced new artificial intelligence (AI) legislation in 2024, with four of the five...more

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Feds Say Tech Industry Still Lacks Diversity: 10 Steps Employers Can Take to Eliminate Barriers

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Tech industry employers may want to boost their anti-discrimination efforts as the federal government recently decided to shine a spotlight on low diversity in many high-tech occupations. Although tech employers have made...more

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NIST Offers AI Governance Guideline to Help Avoid Bias Liability

The issue of bias in artificial intelligence is assuming increased urgency in courtrooms around the country. Organizations that use AI to scan resumes can be sued for employment discrimination. Companies using facial...more

Holland & Hart - Employers' Lawyers

Beyond the Scales: Addressing Weight Bias in the Workplace

When you think of protections against discrimination in the workplace, the first things that come to mind are traditional characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, and disability. However, in...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

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Is Your HR Department Aware of the Latest EEOC Priorities?

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Periodically, the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) lets us know what to watch out for. On September 21, the EEOC released its Strategic Enforcement Plan for years 2024-2028 (“SEP”), which tells us where the...more

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EEOC Releases Strategic Enforcement Plan

Plan Sets Forth Agency’s Priorities for Fiscal Years 2024 - 2028 - WASHINGTON – Today the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released its Strategic Enforcement Plan (SEP) for Fiscal Years 2024 –2028. The...more

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10 Biggest Takeaways for Employers as Federal Appeals Court Expands Scope of Anti-Bias Law

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One of the nation’s most conservative federal appeals just opened the door for plaintiffs to file more discrimination charges and lawsuits by expanding the scope of the nation’s primary workplace anti-bias law. The full 5th...more

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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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The EEOC Continues to Push Enforcement of Anti-Discrimination Laws In Relation to Employers’ Use of Artificial Intelligence (“AI”)...

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On March 23, 2023, the EEOC announced a conciliation agreement with DHI Group, Inc. (“DHI”)—a company that operates a job-search website (Dice.com) for technology professionals. The conciliation arose out of multiple...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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