AI Hiring Poses Discrimination Risk; A Cautionary Tale
A recent decision from a federal court in California shows that employers need to be careful to avoid potential discriminatory impact if they use AI in employment decisions. EEOC and local lawmakers, including NYC, are also taking steps to ensure that the adoption of this emerging technology is compliant with anti-discrimination laws.
September 23, 2024 at 10:00 AM
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Employment LawThe original version of this story was published on New York Law Journal
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment and employment decisions might be extremely tempting to employers, saving both money and the countless HR hours devoted to the task when it was an all-human operation. Employers may choose to use these tech tools, but there are pitfalls malingering in AI that might run afoul of anti-discrimination laws. This article will warn about a recent example impacting many employers across numerous industries, as well as recent regulatory and legislative efforts to address this issue.
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