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Key Takeaways from the November 2025 Webinar   Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming every stage of the employment cycle —from recruiting and selection assessments to performance management and workplace safety and employee monitoring. In a recent  expert panel webinar , Berkshire brought together a lawyer, a labor economist, and an industrial organization psychologist to discuss practical strategies to ensure defensibility and compliance as employers navigate the evolving regulatory landscape for AI tools in HR.   Below, we summarize the core discussion points and share actionable recommendations for employers considering or currently implementing AI in their employment processes.   Foundational Legal Considerations Existing Federal Laws Apply:   AI tools used in employment decisions are covered by long-standing federal anti-discrimination statutes (Title VII, ADEA, ADA), not just...

Due diligence may not be glamorous, but it is the bedrock of a successful deal. Put simply, due diligence is the process of meticulously examining every nook and cranny of a target company’s operations, finances, and legal standing to ensure that a merger or acquisition is a smart business move. In this article, we will consider the importance of due diligence and the due diligence steps that acquiring companies should undertake before closing a deal. What is the purpose of due diligence? At its core, d ue diligence is about risk mitigation and informed decision-making . It is the process through which a potential acquirer evaluates a target company’s assets, liabilities, and overall business health. The primary goal is to understand the potential risks associated with a transaction. It involves examining legal, financial, operational, and other relevant aspects to uncover any issues that could impact a deal’s outcome. Due diligence also helps organizations verify the accuracy of inf...