Using AI in Employment Decisions: Federal Enforcement Guidelines and State/Local Legislation
Navigating the Evolving Legislative Landscape Governing AI in Human Resources
Recording of a 90-minute CLE video webinar with Q&A
This CLE webinar will discuss the latest federal guidance related to using artificial intelligence (AI) for employment decisions, as well as state/local laws governing AI that are currently in effect and other significant pending legislation. The panelists will offer best practices to help employers navigate the evolving legislative landscape to mitigate risk and prevent discrimination claims.
Outline
- Federal agency enforcement guidance related to AI and employment discrimination
- EEOC
- DOJ
- Current state/local laws governing the use of AI in employment decisions
- IL
- MD
- NYC
- Status of pending state/local legislation related to using AI in employment
- Best practices to help employers mitigate risk and remain compliant while using AI in human resources
Benefits
The panel will review these and other critical issues:
- The latest enforcement guidance from federal agencies, including the EEOC, related to using AI in employment decisions
- The status of current and pending state/local legislation governing the use of AI in employment decisions
- How to help employers assess which regulations apply to them and keep pace with rapidly evolving legislation
- How to help employers evaluate their policies and procedures for compliance and to mitigate the potential risk of discrimination
Faculty
Mark S. Goldstein
Partner
Reed Smith
Mr. Goldstein counsels clients on a variety of workplace issues, including policy development and compliance, risk... | Read More
Mr. Goldstein counsels clients on a variety of workplace issues, including policy development and compliance, risk assessment and litigation avoidance, wage and hour compliance, conducting and overseeing internal investigations, hiring, discipline and discharge decisions, enforcement of covenants not to compete, drafting employment and separation agreements, and a wide variety of other employment issues. In addition, Mr. Goldstein has an active litigation practice defending employers in a wide range of matters in both state and federal court.
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Emily M. Lamm
Attorney
Gibson Dunn & Crutcher
Ms. Lamm’s practice focuses on employment litigation, counseling, and investigations. She has substantial... | Read More
Ms. Lamm’s practice focuses on employment litigation, counseling, and investigations. She has substantial expertise advising companies on regulatory compliance with the legal and policy developments surrounding AI and other emerging technologies across the employment lifecycle. Leveraging her deep knowledge of rapidly evolving AI-related frameworks, Ms. Lamm helps companies develop a strategic and practical approach to crafting and implementing policies, processes, and legal risk mitigation strategies. She has advised developers and deployers regarding compliance with New York City’s Local Law 144, the Illinois AI Video Interview Act, the California Consumer Privacy Act), and other federal, state, and international data protection and employment laws. Ms. Lamm is a thought leader in this space, regularly speaking and writing on AI issues in employment. She also has extensive experience assisting clients in drafting employee handbooks and policies, conducting compliance audits and workplace investigations, navigating state and federal agency investigations, and advising clients on a variety of employment-related issues, including pay equity and DEI initiatives.
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Sahara Pynes
Partner
Fox Rothschild
Ms. Pynes represents and advises clients on a broad range of employment-related matters. She has defended... | Read More
Ms. Pynes represents and advises clients on a broad range of employment-related matters. She has defended employers in the state and federal courts in California and New York and a variety of mediation forums, as well as in administrative hearings, including the EEOC. Ms. Pynes has also developed a particular fluency in guiding businesses to minimize the risks of liability from lawsuits through preventative measures. She provides both established and emerging businesses informed and practical strategies to enhance company culture and effectively manage human resources. Ms. Pynes works closely with management on employee engagement and retention, drafting customized and effective employee handbooks and personnel policies, the development and implementation of employment contracts, noncompetition agreements, independent contractor agreements and implementing reductions in force.
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