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 is an employment attorney with her practice focusing on labor and employment litigation, counseling, and... | Read More
Ms. Lamm is an employment attorney with her practice focusing on labor and employment litigation, counseling, and investigations. Ms. Lamm is also a member of the Artificial Intelligence and Automated Systems Practice Group, where she counsels clients regarding the use of AI technology across the employment lifecycle. Ms. Lamm graduated Order of the Coif from Vanderbilt Law School and was selected as a member of Law360’s 2022 Diversity & Inclusion Editorial Advisory Board.
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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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