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Workday accused of AI bias in job screening, faces California lawsuit over employment tech

Workday's AI screening software under fire for discriminatory biases
Hirers usually bear the responsibility, but human-replacing software could be responsible
The case must also consider AI much more broadly, including historical biases and shifting responsibilities

During a June 2026 hearing, Judge Rita Lin implied she might be likely to reject Workday's latest attempt to dismiss claims brought under California law relating to a 2023 discrimination case.

Three years ago, Derek Mobley accused the company of rejecting him from more than 100 jobs after applying through he company's recruitment systems on the basis that he is black, over 40 years old and has anxiety and depression.

But rather than suing the individual employers, Mobley is pursuing action against Workday itself, arguing its AI-powered hiring software is responsible for discriminatory action.

Workday is on track to face legal action over AI-powered hiring software

Workday has argued that California employment discrimination laws should...

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