The US Department of Labor has issued a Field Assistance Bulletin on Artificial Intelligence and Automated Systems in the Workplace under the Fair Labor Standards Act and Other Federal Labor Standards. The key points in the Bulletin are as follows: In summary, the Field Assistance Bulletin emphasizes that employers cannot abdicate their responsibilities under federal … Read more
On May 7, 2024, the New Jersey Supreme Court ruled that non-disparagement provisions preventing the discussion of discrimination, retaliation or harassment claims are unenforceable. This decision emerged from Christine Savage’s case against the Township of Neptune Police Department. Savage, who had previously settled a lawsuit under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (LAD), later made … Read more
As the adoption of artificial intelligence continues to grow, its applications in the hiring process have garnered significant attention. While AI promises increased efficiency and objectivity, it’s crucial to recognize the potential pitfalls and drawbacks that come with relying too heavily on this technology. In this blog post, we’ll look at the disadvantages of using … Read more