The rapid development of sophisticated intelligent technology has opened a new world of education and accessibility for workers worldwide. As employees use resources such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) to understand contracts and verbalize complaints, employers implement policies and procedures to restrict the use of such a valuable resource. Here’s what employers are concerned about and how you can protect yourself against predatory practices.
AI Employment Law Attorney?
AI output is more sophisticated than ever. Employers are on the lookout for workers who use it to read between the lines of contracts or submit complete and formal complaints to HR regarding their rights and treatment as employees. Employers who prey off their employees’ lack of understanding in these areas are concerned that they will use AI to see through bad business practices and stand up for themselves, in many cases attempting to sue. However, AI should not take the place of an attorney when it comes to seeking advice or protection.
Beware of Disinformation
AI programs are trained for specific purposes using varying methods, which can result in disinformation if used incorrectly. For example, an AI chatbot may be trained on human behaviors and responses rather than correct or accurate information. Additionally, AI training is conducted and assessed by humans who are imperfect and have biases. Lastly, it takes an immense amount of information to train an AI, no matter its purpose. The answers it provides can be generalized and lack specificity in the area you seek to understand.
AI Cannot Represent You
Even if an AI is trained perfectly on completely correct information catered directly to your needs as an employee, it cannot represent you against your employer. The AI to which we have access today must be prompted to act. This means that a user must know what to ask if they want helpful responses to their input. At least for now, a person who has studied Employment Law and has experience litigating against big corporations is much more valuable to you than any AI.
AI Policies in the Workplace
Technological advancements come with new policies. If you are working for a large corporation, there are likely already policies in place to protect against AI abuse. However, such policies may also prevent you from using AI to assist you to decipher documents and write formal complaints. Make sure to review your company’s policies on AI before using it to seek advice, especially before uploading any documents or contracts.
Hiring an Attorney vs Using AI
Really, it’s not a matter of one or the other. AI is a fantastic resource and has made information much more accessible. However, the current state of the technology is limited. AI lacks nuanced understanding that is key to interpreting and arguing as an employment attorney does. While an AI can be trained on and perfectly recall any information pertaining to the law, it cannot have the same experience as an attorney who knows and can recognize employers’ tactics when it comes to exploiting their employees.
I you are looking for help understanding company policies or knowing what steps to take with your employer, you need the help of an experienced employment attorney. Don’t let your employer use AI employment laws against you. Get the help you need and Emery | Reddy.
