Employment Litigation, Class Action, Employee Privacy Rights

Don’t Forget About Biometric Information Privacy Laws When Implementing AI in the Workplace

Ice Miller on 4/30/2025

As employers deal with mounting pressure or desire to implement artificial intelligence in the workplace, they should not forget the laws in several states and localities that place limitations on the use and collection of...more

Unlocking AI’s Power to Multiply Manufacturing Productivity

Goodwin on 11/30/2023

To capture AI’s promise, manufacturers must take steps to protect privacy and root out bias, particularly when they train their systems on data about employees. ...more

Employers With Broad Management Rights Under a CBA Spared From Some BIPA Litigation

Franczek P.C. on 4/25/2023

In a unanimous decision, the Illinois Supreme Court determined that the Biometric Information Privacy Act (“BIPA”) is pre-empted by the Labor Management Relations Act for many employees covered by a collective bargaining...more

Southwest Airlines Biometric Information Case Dismissed—Sent to Arbitration

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider on 8/31/2018

We have been following litigation surrounding the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA), and noting that many employers have been sued for using fingerprints for employees to clock into their jobs....more

Employers Litigating PAGA Actions Take Hit From California Supreme Court

Fisher Phillips on 7/18/2017

In a unanimous decision, the California Supreme Court ruled today that plaintiffs in lawsuits brought pursuant to the California Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA), can seek the contact information for their fellow...more

Fair Credit Reporting Act Developments: Increase in Class Action Litigation

Fisher Phillips on 7/6/2017

Applicant background reports can be vital tools for employers, especially in the hiring process. However, amendments to the Fair Credit Reporting Act (“FCRA”) significantly increase the rights of applicants and employees to...more