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Hiring & Firing refers to the process of recruiting, interviewing and offering employment and the process of evaluating performance and dismissing employees. Hiring & Firing is a highly regulated area and can create tremendous liability for employers who fail to properly adhere to acceptable employment practices. Some of the potential pitfalls in this area stem from discriminatory hiring practices, improper performance evaluations, and retaliatory firings. less -

AI Regulation Continues to Grow as Illinois Amends its Human Rights Act

Jackson Lewis P.C. on 8/14/2024

Following laws enacted in jurisdictions such as Colorado, New York City, Tennessee, and the state’s own Artificial Intelligence Video Interview Act, on August 9, 2024, Illinois’ Governor signed House Bill (HB) 3773, also...more

Navigating AI in the Workplace and Recruitment

Mayer Brown on 3/22/2024

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

[Webinar] Staying Ahead in 2024 - AI's Impact on the Workplace and Tips for Managing a Multi-State Workforce - March 21st, 1:00 pm...

White and Williams LLP on 3/8/2024

Join us on March 21 for this topical webinar which will examine two of the latest trends facing employers. This session will examine what employers need to know and do as AI continues to impact the workplace, including a...more

Workplace Law Forecast 2024 - Your workplace law recap for 2023 and predictions for 2024 to help you prepare for the coming year.

Fisher Phillips on 12/4/2023

When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more

Candidate-Friendly Background Screening: How to Ensure Fairness and Transparency in the Hiring Process

Mitratech Holdings, Inc on 11/8/2023

Background screening is a part of life for recruiters and applicants – it’s just something needed to keep your workforce safe. However, it’s also a roadblocker for many organizations that need to hire quickly....more

Hourly Hiring Software: Leveraging Data for Smarter Decisions in 2024

Mitratech Holdings, Inc on 10/20/2023

In a world where data reigns supreme, businesses are revolutionizing their recruitment processes with the help of hourly hiring software. Gone are the days of sifting through resumes and conducting endless interviews. Now,...more

Employers Face Questions On Diversity Programs

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP on 8/30/2023

In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court’s June decision in Students for Fair Admissions, Inc. v. President and Fellows of Harvard College, where the justices struck down the use of affirmative action as part of the admissions...more

The Most Common Mistakes in Diversity Recruiting

Mitratech Holdings, Inc on 8/17/2023

Many organizations today are actively working toward adding more diversity to their workforce, and the importance of doing so only increases by the day. Diversity in an organization isn’t just about the type of people you...more

How is HR Using AI? An Employer’s List of Tools and Potential Pitfalls

Fisher Phillips on 8/14/2023

As various forms of artificial intelligence capture the imagination of the broader public, human resources professionals may feel like they are caught in a bit of a whirlwind. While predictive analytics (data-driven...more

Benefits and Legal Risks of Using Generative AI in Hiring Offers

Foster Swift Collins & Smith on 7/11/2023

Foster Swift attorneys Tony Dalimonte and Michael Cassar recently teamed-up for a presentation on the potential legal risks related to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the recruiting and hiring process. ...more

As July 5th Rapidly Approaches, the New York City DCWP Provides Much-Needed Guidance on Artificial Intelligence Employment...

BakerHostetler on 6/12/2023

On May 22, 2023, the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (“DCWP”) held an employer roundtable about Local Law 144, New York City’s law regulating the use of Artificial Intelligence in the employment...more

Using AI in Human Resources: Benefits and Risks

Gould + Ratner LLP on 5/9/2023

Artificial intelligence (AI) is already a key feature in many people’s lives, including at work. While some AI platforms have been around for years, highly advanced intelligence platforms, such as ChatGPT, could become...more

[Webinar] Auto-Hiring? What to Know When Using AI in Hiring - March 8th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET

Epstein Becker & Green on 3/2/2023

New York City’s Local Law 144, which regulates the use of “automated employment decision tools” in hiring decisions, went into effect on January 1, 2023, and will be enforced effective April 15, 2023. Most commentators view...more

New York City Updates Proposed Rules for Automated Employment Decision Tools: What’s New and What’s Next

Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart,... on 1/5/2023

On December 23, 2022, the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) published updated proposed rules to implement the city’s automated employment decision tools (AEDT) law (Local Law 144). The law...more

EEOC Focuses on Hiring Bias Claims: A 5-Step Compliance Plan for Staffing Firms

Fisher Phillips on 11/15/2022

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

[Webinar] Creating and Maintaining a Diverse Workforce - Complimentary Session - October 25th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

FordHarrison on 10/13/2022

Supporting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is essential for employers in today’s environment. Education and training are the keys to understanding the similarities and differences that make your...more

[Webinar] Disability Hiring Interview Etiquette: What Can (or Can't) Be Asked? - January 19th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST

DirectEmployers Association on 1/11/2022

Job interviews come in all shapes and sizes: phone, in-person, group, behavioral, video, and more. Getting that interview is even more coveted for employees with disabilities, who experience bias at all phases in the...more

Robots Beware: NYC Cracks Down on Artificial Intelligence Use in the Workplace

Fisher Phillips on 12/23/2021

New York City employers who use artificial intelligence technologies to recruit and hire candidates and promote employees will soon face significant compliance obligations aimed at preventing bias when using such technology....more

Battling Bias in Your Selections

Mitratech Holdings, Inc on 6/8/2021

You have done everything you are supposed to do in order to increase minority and female hiring. You are happy with targeted outreach done in tandem with Talent Acquisition. Circa’s job postings have returned a diverse crop...more

[Virtual Briefing] Bias in Artificial Intelligence: Legal Risks and Solutions - March 23rd, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET

Epstein Becker & Green on 2/12/2021

You've likely seen the headlines. Online recruiting tools that unfairly screen out women and minorities. Facial recognition tools used in law enforcement that misidentify specific demographic groups. Algorithms that place...more

[Webinar] Strategic Conversations About Talent Acquisition: How Must the Funnel Change? - November 12th - 13th, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm...

DirectEmployers Association on 10/29/2020

2020 has been a transformative year in talent acquisition. Multiple dynamics – the social justice movement, the Covid-19 pandemic, a global recession, the widespread adoption of remote operations, the increased installation...more

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