Emerging technologies are changing the workplace and how we make hiring decisions. Join Alonzo Martinez, HireRight’s Associate General Counsel as he discusses Balancing Innovation & Compliance in AIDriven Employment Decisions This presentation explores the legal landscape surrounding AI in employment, focusing on Automated Employment Decision Tools (AEDTs) and the challenges they pose.

Topics Covered:

AEDTs and Their Role: Understand the significance of AEDTs in recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, and termination processes. These tools automate decisionmaking, but their impact on fairness and bias requires scrutiny.

Algorithmic Bias: Explore the risks of algorithmic bias. Like humans, AI systems can perpetuate discriminatory outcomes. Learn how bias detection and mitigation are critical for ethical AI adoption.

Legal Frameworks: Discover how existing legal authorities apply to AI systems. Agencies emphasize enforcement of antidiscrimination laws, privacy regulations, and civil rights protections.

Joint Agency Statement: Dive into the joint statement by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Department of Justice (DOJ), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and Federal Trade Commission (FTC). It addresses discrimination, bias, and transparency in AI employment practices.

Global Perspectives: Explore legal developments across jurisdictions, including New York City, Illinois, California, and Maryland. Learn how employers can navigate diverse regulatory landscapes.

Recommendations: Gain insights into best practices for employers. Balancing innovation with compliance involves proactive risk assessment, transparency, and continuous monitoring.