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title: "AI, Legal Risk & Hiring: Heather Bussing's Top Tips | SocialTalent"
description: "Employment attorney Heather Bussing on the legal risks of AI in hiring — what the EU AI Act, Colorado and NYC laws mean for recruiters, and how to vet AI vendors."
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last_modified: "2026-07-06T15:52:46+00:00"
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# AI, Legal Risk & Hiring: Heather Bussing’s Top Tips

Employment attorney Heather Bussing on where AI helps your hiring process, and where it exposes you to legal risk.

- Know which AI laws actually apply to you, from the EU AI Act to Colorado and New York City rules
- Learn where AI is safe to use in hiring, and where it creates the most legal exposure
- Get a practical checklist for vetting AI vendors before you buy

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