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Risk Management in the Modern Era of Workplace Generative AI

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Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is becoming more prevalent in the workplace, including as a tool for human resources (HR) leaders to use in their employment practices. At the same time, close to a dozen states have...more

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Third Circuit Rules That Employees Cannot Sue Employers for Discrimination Based on Marijuana Use

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On December 9, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit held that New Jersey’s Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act (“CREAMMA”) does not provide workers with a private...more

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Third Circuit Affirms That New Jersey’s Cannabis Law Does Not Allow a Private Right of Action

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On December 9, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit upheld the New Jersey district court’s previous ruling that there is no private right of action under New Jersey’s Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement...more

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New Trends in Pay Transparency

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So-called ‘equal pay lawsuits’ are becoming more frequent in Germany. The application of a simplified burden of proof to claims under the Wage Transparency Act by case law makes it difficult for employers to refute an alleged...more

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California Limits the Discretion Employers Have to Insist on a Driver’s License Even for Jobs that Require Driving for Work

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Starting in January 2025, California’s Fair Employment & Housing Act (FEHA) will prohibit employers from including a statement in a job advertisement, posting, application, or other material that an applicant must have a...more

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Amendment to Illinois Human Rights Act Prohibits Discriminatory Use of AI

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On August 9, 2024, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed HB 3773, which amends the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) to restrict an employer’s use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) in employment practices....more

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Illinois Becomes Second State to Enact AI Law for Employers

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On August 9, 2024, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed HB 3773, which amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to address employers’ use of artificial intelligence (AI). Illinois employers that use any automated tools to make...more

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Illinois Civil Rights Protection Goes High-Tech: Illinois Human Rights Act Expanded to Include AI Regulation

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Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed legislation last week that will require Illinois employers to inform workers and job seekers about their use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in making employment decisions. The...more

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Another DOJ/IER Discrimination Investigation and Settlement with a Staffing Company

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Our Immigration Team inspects a Department of Justice investigation into how a staffing company asked for job applicants’ proof of permission to work in the United States....more

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Court Decision Should Spur Employers Who Hire Noncitizens to Examine Hiring Practices

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While a recent decision by the Ninth Circuit applies to Western states, it should serve as a signal for employers across the country to examine and update their recruiting and hiring policies. The split ruling by a...more

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AI Resume Screening Tool Developer Is Subject to Federal Anti-Discrimination Laws, Says EEOC

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Is the developer of an AI resume-screening tool an “employment agency” or “agent” subject to liability under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act for its customers’ allegedly discriminatory employment decisions? According to the...more

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BaronHR to Pay $2.2 Million in EEOC Hiring Discrimination Lawsuit

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Temporary Staffing Company Resolves Federal Charges It Discriminated Against Workers Based on Race, National Origin, Sex and Disability - LOS ANGELES – Nationwide staffing agency BaronHR, LLC will pay $2.2 million and...more

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New York Expands Anti-Discrimination Laws for Nonresident Job Seekers

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On March 14, 2024, the New York Court of Appeals held that nonresident prospective employees who seek employment opportunities in New York State or New York City and are denied due to discriminatory conduct are eligible to...more

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Navigating AI in the Workplace and Recruitment

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In recent years, we have seen an increase in employers using artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace, whether to assist with decision-making and staff management across the life-cycle of the employment relationship or...more

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Developing a Global Data Protection Framework for Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace

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As employment-related artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools proliferate, multinational employers feel increasing pressure to deploy AI across their global offices.  These tools can provide great value and efficiency across the...more

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AI Legislation Update: February 14, 2024

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Keypoint: In our first regular update on the happenings of US artificial intelligence law, we provide an overview of proposed state AI-related private sector bills. Below is our first regular update on the status of US...more

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Back to the Basics: Steps to Protect Your Company from Age Discrimination Claims in 2024  

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We’ve been updating you on all the new and upcoming laws, but let’s not forget the basics, like the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA). The EEOC’s recent settlement with Exact Sciences is a good reminder that we...more

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NYC Enacts Law Prohibiting Discrimination Based on Height and Weight

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On November 22, 2023, New York City’s law banning discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations on the basis of an individual’s height and/or weight went into effect. The law, signed on May 26, 2023 by...more

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New York City Bans Employment Discrimination Based on Height and Weight

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On May 26, 2023, Mayor Adams signed into law an amendment to the New York City Human Rights Law, banning discrimination on the basis of an individual’s height or weight. The law will become effective on November 22, 2023. ...more

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AI, AI, Uh-Oh! Can Artificial Intelligence Programs Put You at Risk for Discrimination Lawsuits?

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Artificial intelligence (AI) is the best way to save time and make fair decisions — right? Not so fast. As AI is more common in our day-to-day lives, we have seen it make mistakes and replicate human shortcomings. For many it...more

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NYC Issues Final Regulations for Automated Employment Decision Tools Law, Delays Enforcement to July 5, 2023

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On April 6, 2023, the New York City Department of Consumer and Workforce Protection (“DCWP”) promulgated its final regulations (the “Final Regulations”) regarding the New York City Automated Employment Decision Tools Law...more

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Update on EEOC Scrutiny of Artificial Intelligence Tools

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We previously reported that disability advocates for many years had been asking for action with respect to the use of artificial intelligence (“AI”) tools, as it is estimated that approximately 80% of employers use some form...more

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California Labor Commissioner Issues FAQs Clarifying Pay Transparency Law

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As we previously reported here last fall, California enacted a pay transparency law (SB 1162) requiring employers with 15 or more employees to disclose pay scales in job postings beginning January 1, 2023. The Labor...more

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The Transfer-mers: D.C. Circuit Rules That Job Transfers Covered by Title VII Without Higher Bar

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Let’s say you are tired of your current position and want to try something new with the same employer. You apply for a job transfer, and you are turned down. Then you find out that other people were able to make the move more...more

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States and Localities Are Beginning to Move Forward with a Piecemeal Approach to AI

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As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly embedded into products, services, and business decisions, state and local lawmakers have been considering and passing a range of laws addressing AI....more

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