Artificial Intelligence in the Employment Relationship: Friend or Foe?

Artificial Intelligence ("AI") is no longer the stuff of sci-fi movies or alien invasions. The technology has permeated everyday life from Siri and Alexa to Facebook and Google. While marketing teams have been relying on AI for years to help streamline business efforts and target consumers, employers have finally joined in on the hype. While the use of AI can be an efficient and cost effective means for employers to handle tasks such as talent acquisition, compensation analysis, and administrative functions, it is not without its challenges. As lawmakers on the federal and state level struggle to catch up with the rapidly changing technology, it is imperative for employers to stay ahead of the curve and ensure that their use of AI is not exposing them to costly litigation. AI is often used in the workplace to assist employers with recruitment through the use of algorithms to make hiring decisions.