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DEI Under Scrutiny, Part VII: Re-examining the Implementation of ‘Rooney Rule’ Diverse Slate Initiatives

The National Football League’s (NFL) “Rooney Rule,” which requires teams to consider minority candidates when filling certain coaching vacancies, has been considered a model for diverse slate hiring policies, but it is now in...more

Alston & Bird

Pre-Hire Personality Tests Set Legal Challenges for Employers

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Alston & Bird’s Anna Saraie and Martha Doty analyze pre-hire personality testing, including the legal and practical considerations for employers incorporating such testing into their application processes. Whether employees...more

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In Agreement with EEOC, Groupon to Establish Educational Fund for Black Students Pursuing STEM Careers

Resolves EEOC’s Review of Groupon’s Recruitment and Hiring Practices - CHICAGO - The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced today that following an investigation, the EEOC and Groupon, Inc. (Groupon)...more

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

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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

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EEOC Unveils New Enforcement Plan Taking Aim at Technology and AI in Hiring

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The EEOC Released its “Strategic Enforcement Plan” for 2024 through 2028. Among other enforcement priorities, the EEOC will focus on employers’ increasing use of technology – including artificial intelligence and machine...more

Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A.

What does AI mean for HR?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) might be the most popular phrase of the year, but it is undoubtedly here to stay. We are seeing companies experiment with using AI in the workplace, which often raises questions like, How can...more

DirectEmployers Association

Part II: Four Implications Impacting Federal Government Contractors & Employers Following the SCOTUS Decision in the Harvard & UNC...

Monday, July 10, 2023: Part II: Four Implications Impacting Federal Government Contractors & Employers Following the SCOTUS Decision in the Harvard & UNC Cases + “Life Preserver” Practical Next Step Suggestions - This is...more

Foster Swift Collins & Smith

Benefits and Legal Risks of Using Generative AI in Hiring Offers

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

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EEOC Sues Hatzel & Buehler, Inc. for Age Discrimination

Company Branch Subjected a Class of Older Workers to Discriminatory Hiring and Recruitment Practices, Federal Agency Charges - TRENTON, n.j. – Hatzel & Buehler, Inc., a commercial electrical contractor with branch...more

Miles & Stockbridge P.C.

EEOC Issues Guidance on the Use of Software, Algorithms, and Artificial Intelligence in Hiring Decisions

Employers are increasingly relying on electronic systems to supplement – and, at times, supplant – the work of actual human employees relating to certain hiring, retention and employee-management practices. Such systems are...more

DirectEmployers Association

OFCCP Week in Review, Special Edition | DEAMcon23 Day One Recap

This is part 1 of a 3-part series reporting on the 50 speakers delivering 27 different educational presentations at the DirectEmployers (DE) three-day Annual Meeting (DEAMcon23) of DE Members, Recruit Rooster customers, and...more

Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP

EEOC Settlement Requires Employer To Recode AI Recruiting Tool

Last year, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) expressed its concern that the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting software could unintentionally discriminate against persons in a protected...more

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Intelligent Hiring: AI Recruiting Tools Get EEOC Scrutiny

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released its Draft Strategic Enforcement Plan for 2023-2027 (SEP), outlining the agency's goals and priorities for enforcing federal employment...more

Akerman LLP - HR Defense

How To Be “Smart” About Using Artificial Intelligence In The Workplace

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is undoubtedly revolutionizing the workplace. More and more employers are relying on algorithms or automated tools to determine who gets interviewed, hired, promoted, compensated, disciplined, or...more

Akerman LLP - HR Defense

What’s in Store for the Next Four Years? – Part Two: The EEOC’s Strategic Enforcement Plan

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC or Commission) recently published its substantive agency enforcement priorities to combat employment discrimination and promote inclusive workspaces over the next four...more

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[Webinar] New Year, New Resolutions: Is your Workplace Prepared for 2023 and Beyond? - January 26th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

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As we kick-off 2023, employers should ask themselves if their workplace is ready to thrive in the New Year. Join FordHarrison partner Kristin Gray for an in-depth discussion on: - Developments in Recruitment and Hiring –...more

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

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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

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Finding Diverse Talent in the Manufacturing Industry Revisited: A Skillful Scavenger Hunt

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Even as the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports increased hiring in the manufacturing industry over the last year, filling certain positions remain a challenge, especially for those that require highly skilled workers....more

DirectEmployers Association

OFCCP Week In Review: July 2022

The DE OFCCP Week in Review (WIR) is a simple, fast and direct summary of relevant happenings in the OFCCP regulatory environment, authored by experts John C. Fox, Candee Chambers and Cynthia L. Hackerott. In today’s edition,...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Four Key Takeaways from the American Society for Health Care Human Resources Administration Annual Conference

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The American Society for Health Care Human Resources Administration (ASHHRA) recently held an incredibly useful conference bringing together healthcare human resources leaders from around the country. Here are four key...more

DirectEmployers Association

OFCCP Week In Review: March 2022 #2

The DE OFCCP Week in Review (WIR) is a simple, fast and direct summary of relevant happenings in the OFCCP regulatory environment, authored by experts John C. Fox, Candee Chambers and Jennifer Polcer. In today’s edition, they...more

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To fight bias, first-of-its-kind New York law regulates tech-enabled employment decisions

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At first glance, a first-in-the-country law recently enacted by New York City may seem fairly straightforward. But its brevity belies its potential impact on employers that recruit or promote within New York City. The law...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

EEOC Launches Initiative on Use of Ai in Hiring Decisions

On October 28, 2021, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) unveiled an initiative focused on fairness in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithmic tools, showing that federal regulators...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Increase Diversity While Keeping It Legal

Improving diversity -- what's okay and what isn’t? Employers are creative and strategic when it comes to increasing workforce diversity. Sometimes, however, that creativity -- and the motivation to “move the needle” on...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Developing a Diverse Workforce

Issues of racial equality have at times dominated news cycles this year. Against this backdrop, and notwithstanding the other challenges of 2020, many employers are working to meaningfully enhance their approaches to...more

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