As employers increasingly use AI tools in hiring, monitoring and termination decisions, they must implement effective governance, human oversight and accountability to reduce litigation and regulatory exposure. Distilling insights shared by experts from Pillsbury, Zelis and Uber during a panel at IAPP Privacy.Security.Risk. + AI Governance Global 2026, this article examines employers’ use of AI throughout the employment lifecycle and offers practical strategies for managing the resulting risks. See “Preparing for California’s ADMT Rules” (Oct. 7, 2026).