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July 1, 2024 by Duane Morris

Navigating the Use of AI Tools in Legal Practice Before Pa.’s Federal District Courts

By now, litigators appreciate that a degree of technological expertise is needed to practice law effectively. Everyone has heard about the unfortunate attorney in Texas who appeared at a Zoom hearing as a worried kitten. But in the past year, attorneys have become more attuned to the potential and risks of artificial intelligence (AI). Last June, lawyers in New York made headlines after relying on a chatbot’s research skills, leading to sanctions for unknowingly submitting fictitious caselaw. One journalist even found himself in a love triangle with a chatbot bent on ending his marriage. In spite of these cautionary tales, the use of AI in the legal profession is on the rise as trusted legal research services like LexisNexis and Westlaw roll out AI-assisted research functions and major tech companies integrate AI into their products.

Read The Legal Intelligencer article by Rachel Good on the Duane Morris website.

June 7, 2024June 11, 2024 by Duane Morris

Litigation Implications of Using AI Tools in Your Business

Artificial intelligence use cases are expanding at a rapid rate, and the pressure is mounting for businesses to leverage that technology or risk being left behind by their competitors. In addition to open-source applications, businesses are using enterprise-specific tools that enable employees to use generative AI technology at work. This includes licensed versions of the open-source models or business-specific tools developed alongside the applications the business is already using.

Read the article by Sarah O’Laughlin Kulik on the Duane Morris website.

May 23, 2024 by Duane Morris

The AI Update | May 23, 2024

#HelloWorld. Summer days are almost here. In this issue, we dive into the new Colorado AI Act, explore the impact of AI technologies on search providers’ liability shields, and track a U.S. district court’s strict scrutiny of anti-web-scraping terms of use. We finish by recapping a spirited test match on AI policy across the pond. Let’s stay smart together. (Subscribe to the mailing list to receive future issues.)

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May 16, 2024May 16, 2024 by Duane Morris

Webinar Replay: Overview of New EU AI Act

A replay of Get Smart with AI: Practical Impacts of the New EU AI Act is available for viewing.

April 26, 2024 by Duane Morris

Exploring Legal Risks: AI’s Role in Employment Discrimination Cases

Duane Morris Takeaway: Artificial intelligence took the employment world by storm in 2023, quickly becoming one of the most talked about and debated subjects among corporate counsel across the country. Companies will continue to use AI as a resource to enhance decision-making processes for the foreseeable future as these technologies evolve and take shape in a myriad of employment functions. As these processes are fine-tuned, those who seek to harness the power of AI must be aware of the risks associated with its use. This featured article analyzes two novel AI lawsuits and highlights recent governmental guidance related to AI use. As the impact of AI is still developing, companies should recognize the types of claims apt to be brought for use of AI screening tools in the employment context and the implications of possible discriminatory conduct stemming from these tools.

In the Spring 2024 issue of the Journal of Emerging Issues in Litigation, Duane Morris partners Jerry Maatman and Alex Karasik and associate George Schaller analyze key developments in litigation and enforcement shaping the impact of artificial intelligence in the workplace and its subsequent legal risks. Read the full featured article here.

April 23, 2024 by Duane Morris

The AI Update | April 23, 2024

#HelloWorld. In this issue, we zoom in on the world of AI model training, looking at both dataset transparency and valuation news. Then we zoom out, highlighting Stanford’s helpful summary of 2023 AI regulations and hot-off-the-press ethical guidance on AI use for lawyers from the New York State Bar. It may be a grab bag, but it’s one worth grabbing. Let’s stay smart together. (Subscribe to the mailing list to receive future issues.)

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April 17, 2024April 17, 2024 by Duane Morris

Webinar: Explaining the New EU AI Act

Duane Morris will present Get Smart with AI: Practical Impacts of the New EU AI Act, a webinar on risk mitigation strategies for AI use in business, presented by the Technology, Media and Telecom Industry Group’s Artificial Intelligence Team, on Thursday, May 16, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Eastern time and 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. London time. REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR.

Join John M. Benjamin and Sandra A. Jeskie for a detailed explanation of the EU AI Act, the implementation and compliance timeline and strategies to prepare your business for the increased scrutiny and regulation of AI on the global stage. We will also consider its possible impact on the U.S. regulatory landscape.

April 10, 2024 by Duane Morris

Webinar: Tech Sector Regulations, Developments and Trends in the U.S., U.K. and EU

Duane Morris’ Technology, Media and Telecom Industry Group will present a webinar, Tech Sector Sanctions, Export Controls and Foreign Investment Rules in the U.S., the U.K. and the EU, on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. Eastern time | 5:00 p.m. London time.

The speakers will discuss recent U.S. executive orders and national security directives on inbound and outbound investment, artificial intelligence and sensitive personal data, as well as other developments and trends. REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR.

April 4, 2024 by Duane Morris

The AI Update | April 4, 2024

#HelloWorld. Spring has sprung. While the EU AI Act receives wall-to-wall coverage in other outlets, this issue highlights recent rules, warnings, and legislative enactments here in the U.S. And it ends on a personal, meditative note from an AI user, worth a read. Let’s stay smart together. (Subscribe to the mailing list to receive future issues.)

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March 15, 2024 by Duane Morris

EU Greenlights AI Act

In light of the EU’s AI legislation, Duane Morris partner Agatha Liu tells Vogue Business that fashion brands to adopt a customer-centric approach, prioritizing transparency and providing consumers with comprehensive insights into AI-driven processes. The Act’s focus on eradicating bias underscores the importance of inclusive AI models within the fashion industry. Read the full article on the Vogue Business website.