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January 29, 2024 by Duane Morris

Discrimination Suits Rise with AI Recruiting Software

In Mobley v. Workday, Inc., Case No. 23-CV-770 (N.D. Cal. Jan 19, 2024) (ECF No. 45), Judge Rita F. Lin of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California dismissed a lawsuit against Workday involving allegations that algorithm-based applicant screening tools discriminated applicants on the basis of race, age, and disability. With businesses more frequently relying on artificial intelligence to perform recruiting and hiring functions, this ruling is helpful for companies facing algorithm-based discrimination lawsuits in terms of potential strategies to attack such claims at the pleading stage.

Read more on the Duane Morris Class Action Defense Blog.

January 29, 2024 by Duane Morris

DOJ Investigating AI Use at Health & Pharma Companies

Recently, it was reported that DOJ has subpoenaed the records of digital health companies and pharmaceutical companies in investigating whether AI may be used to steer treatment decisions, resulting in medically unnecessary anti-kickback and false claims violations.

Read more on the Duane Morris Health Law Blog.

January 26, 2024March 14, 2024 by Duane Morris

Artificial Intelligence Updates – 01.26.24

#HelloWorld. January has not been especially frantic on the legal-developments-in-AI front. Yes, we know the anticipated final text of the EU AI Act was published unofficially, but the final vote hasn’t happened yet, so we’re biding time for now. Meanwhile, in this issue, we check in with state bar associations, SAG-AFTRA, and the FTC. They have things to say about AI policy too, so we’ll listen. Let’s stay smart together.

Read more on The Artificial Intelligence Blog.

January 26, 2024 by Duane Morris

GenAI Investigated by FTC

The Federal Trade Commission announced that it has begun an investigation into Generative AI investments and partnerships. Read more on the Duane Morris Artificial Intelligence Blog.

January 23, 2024 by Duane Morris

Artificial Intelligence and Herring Fishing

Herring fishing – of all things – could have a big impact on AI regulation in 2024. That is, cases brought by two herring fishing companies are before the Supreme Court that could have wide-reaching influence. Read more on the Duane Morris AI Blog.

January 18, 2024 by Duane Morris

Replay: International Developments in Privacy

A replay of The Data Privacy and Security Landscape: International Developments in Privacy is now available for viewing.

January 11, 2024 by Duane Morris

Artificial Intelligence Updates – 01.11.24

#HelloWorld. It’s 2024 and we… are…back. Lots to catch up on. AI legal developments worldwide show no signs of letting up, so here’s our New Year’s resolution: We’re redoubling efforts to serve concise, focused guidance of immediate use to the legal and business community. Let’s stay smart together.

Read more on The Artificial Intelligence Blog.

December 20, 2023 by Duane Morris

FTC and DOJ’s Merger Guidelines Include Technology Guidance

On December 18, 2023, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) jointly issued new Merger Guidelines. The new guidelines amend, update and replace the numerous versions of merger guidelines previously issued by both agencies.

Big tech platforms will likely continue to be in the agencies’ crosshairs, including by looking back or forward at smaller acquisitions that may enhance or extend dominant positions based on technology platforms or arguably eliminate potential competition.

Read the full Alert on the Duane Morris website.

November 8, 2023November 13, 2023 by Duane Morris

Artificial Intelligence Updates – 11.08.23

#HelloWorld. The days are now shorter, but this issue is longer. President Biden’s October 30 Executive Order deserves no less. Plus, the UK AI Safety Summit warrants a drop-by, and three copyright and right-to-publicity theories come under a judicial microscope. Read on to catch up. Let’s stay smart together.

Read more on The Artificial Intelligence Blog.

November 6, 2023November 13, 2023 by Duane Morris

AI Executive Order Impacts Different Sectors

The White House’s October 30, 2023, Executive Order on Safe, Secure and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence signals increased governmental regulation over the development and use of artificial intelligence models. While the United States currently does not have a comprehensive AI regulation regime, many federal government agencies already regulate the use and development of AI through a complex framework of rules and regulations. President Biden’s order promises to add a new layer of complexity by introducing sweeping changes affecting a wide variety of industries.

Read the Duane Morris Alert on the most significant changes stemming from the White House’s AI executive order.