Modern workplaces are increasingly receptive to and reliant on tools powered by AI to perform certain human resources (HR) and employee management functions. AI-powered “smart” robots are also becoming common fixtures in various settings, such as grocery stores, fulfillment centers, and manufacturing facilities, often working alongside human employees. Regardless of who or what performs workplace functions, employers must comply with a panoply of federal, state, and local labor and employment laws.
While AI has existed in some form for decades, its scope and applications have expanded greatly in recent years due to increases in computing power and accessibility of large volumes of data. The use of AI in the workplace, in particular, has grown in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic as remote work arrangements have become more common and employers compete for talent in a tight labor market. However, most employment laws were not designed with these technological developments in mind, presenting unique legal and regulatory challenges for employers.
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