United States: Discrimination, Disability & Sexual Harassment

New Jersey has positioned itself at the forefront of regulating artificial intelligence in employment decisions through comprehensive guidance and regulations issued in 2025. The state's Attorney General and Division on Civil Rights have clarified that AI-enabled hiring and workforce management tools remain subject to the Law Against Discrimination, establishing that automated decision-making systems cannot shield employers from liability for discriminatory outcomes based on protected characteristics.

On 4 June 2026, the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) released its new National Enforcement Plan (NEP) for fiscal years 2025–2029...

A Colorado District Court declined to enforce EEOC administrative subpoenas seeking applicant screening data from a vendor, finding the requested information had no connection to the charging party's experience or the adverse employment decision.

On May 14, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) submitted a proposed rule that could eliminate the long-standing requirement that employers file EEO-1 reports. Importantly, this change is not yet...

The New York State Division of Human Rights (NYSDHR) recently released Title VI training materials in connection with the new Title VI coordinator and training law that becomes effective this upcoming academic year.

On May 22, 2026, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a memo that significantly limits how the Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) will handle complaints regarding animal...

Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight celebrates two decades of growth and commitment to social justice. Firm leaders, including Chairman and Co-Founder David Sanford, reflect on the principles and mission that have driven the firm's success and expansion over the years.

Connecticut has enacted Senate Bill 5 (“SB 5”), a sweeping artificial intelligence statute that introduces new obligations for Connecticut employers using AI systems. Signed by the Governor on May 27, 2026, the law...

The Supreme Court's 2024 decision in Muldrow v City of St. Louis fundamentally altered the legal landscape for employment discrimination claims by rejecting the requirement that employees demonstrate...