Every Employers Needs to Know About this AI Law

The rise and spread of artificial intelligence-powered solutions is happening across every industry. Many employers have either already decided to try out or implement AI solutions in their hiring processes or have noticed AI features appearing in solutions they were already using. As a result of the rise in AI use across the country, a few jurisdictions across the U.S. have started to introduce legislation governing the use of AI, including New York, Illinois, Maryland and Colorado. As of December 2024, Texas has proposed legislation too.

Exploring Automatic Criminal Record Relief & Examples

Possessing a criminal record can create many barriers and close doors to individuals seeking new opportunities to improve their lives. Problems with obtaining employment aren't uncommon for such individuals, and many efforts have taken place nationwide to expand opportunities for those with a record. Legislative efforts to offer individuals a "clean slate" have taken place across the United States. While some criminal record sealing and expungement processes require a court petition or a legal motion, automatic criminal record relief has grown to be an option in more states.

An Overview of Pay Transparency and Salary History Laws

When can an employer ask a job applicant about how much money they’ve made at prior job roles? What information related to pay scales should an employer disclose? Across the country, legislation exists to address these questions related to salary history and pay transparency. Here’s what to know about the state of these laws today.