Shortly after taking office, President Trump rescinded Biden’s Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence. Biden’s Executive Order sought to regulate the development, deployment, and governance of artificial intelligence within the US, identifying security, privacy and discrimination as particular areas of concern. Trump signed his own executive order titled “Removing Barriers
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Artificial Intelligence, Real Consequences? Legal Considerations for Canadian Employers Using AI Tools in Hiring
Special thanks to our articling student Andie Hoang for contributing to this update.
As artificial intelligence and its integration into business operations continues to evolve rapidly, many employers are exploring the use of AI systems in a bid to make hiring decisions more efficient and data-driven. “AI” encompasses a wide range of technologies from simple
Now available – Baker’s 2025 Global Data & Cyber Handbook
This Baker Mckenzie Handbook covers key data and cyber laws in over 50 jurisdictions, and provides valuable insights into:
- Key laws and regulations, including recent changes and expected developments over the next year
- Foundational data privacy obligations including information and notification requirements, data subject rights, accountability and governance measures, and responsibilities of data controllers and
AI Tug-of-War: Trump Pulls Back Biden’s AI Plans
On January 20, 2025, the first day of his second term, President Trump revoked Executive Order 14110 on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence (the “Biden Order”), signed by President Biden in October 2023. In doing so, President Trump fulfilled a campaign pledge to roll back the Biden Order, which
Illinois Employer 2025 Checklist: Top 10 Changes to Know This January
From the requirement of pay scales and benefits in job postings to new protected classes under the Illinois Human Rights Act, 2025 promises to be yet another year of significant change for Illinois employers. While you determine how to navigate the new Illinois employment laws taking effect this year (and next!), review this checklist and
Latin America Employment & Compensation: 2024 Recap and 2025 Trends
As we enter 2025, it is crucial for employers to review the numerous changes in labor laws across Latin America from 2024 and to anticipate the trends that will shape the coming year. In this blog, we provide a comprehensive overview of the key updates, reforms, and new regulations that have impacted the labor landscape
Top 10 Canadian Labour & Employment Law Developments of 2024
Special thanks to our articling student Andie Hoang for contributing to this update.
As we wrap up 2024 and look forward to 2025, here are 10 key developments Canadian employers should track:
1. Changes to Termination Notice Periods for Federal Employees
In February 2024, amendments to section 230 of the Canada Labour Code came into effect
California’s CLE Compliance Deadline Is Approaching – We can help!
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If your last name starts with A-G, you are probably well aware that your (recently extended) MCLE compliance deadline is on March 30, 2025. In addition to the general credit requirement, the state of California requires all attorneys to complete:
- At least four hours of legal ethics
- At least
Employment Law Updates! Join Us for an Informative 2024-2025 Review / Preview Event Series in Canada and Beyond
We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming event series, featuring a range of sessions in Canada and across North America.
In our 75-minute Canadian Employer Update webinar, we will bring you up to speed on major developments like Ontario’s ‘Working for Workers’ legislation, managing pay transparency obligations across Canada, significant case law updates
End of Year Employment Law Updates! Tune in to our review / previews in California, Illinois, Canada and Mexico
2024 was a ‘super year’ for elections. Half of the world’s population – some 4.7 billion people – went to the polls in 72 countries. Political shifts often lead to significant changes in employment laws. We’re here to help you prepare for the changes ahead and to stay ahead of the curve on employment law developments