Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Josh Waterston joined host Robin Bond, Esq. to explain the difference between AI agents and chatbots, and why that difference creates new legal risks for businesses. They discussed who is liable when an agent causes problems, and the critical importance of negotiated contract terms. Josh also covered practical governance steps, such as building in a kill switch and making sure knowledgeable stakeholders own the process and have the ear of leadership.

Josh Waterston joined Eric Jacobson, founder of Manufacturer Insights, to explain why manufacturers need to pay attention to website privacy laws. They discussed which practices apply to businesses that operate only in the U.S. and which apply to those operating globally, and how to reduce the risk of claims under anti-wiretap laws. Josh also explained why AI isn't a good choice for drafting a privacy policy, and how businesses can balance marketing goals with customer privacy.

Josh Waterston led a panel with Judge Amoroso, Judge Whelan (sitting in for Judge Berry), and DCBA immediate past president Mike Davey. The panel discussed AI tools for lawyers, ethical requirements and court sanctions, use of AI by judges, and ways for judges and lawyers to move forward effectively in this fast-changing environment. This year's conference was held at the Borgata Hotel and Casino, but the panel cautioned lawyers not to gamble when using AI tools.

Josh Waterston joined host Robin Bond, Esq. to discuss how AI is reshaping hiring, from AI-polished resumes to AI-driven applicant screening. They covered the risk of inadvertent discrimination created when screening tools rely on historical hiring data, including a pending lawsuit over algorithmic hiring bias. Josh also addressed AI's impact on knowledge-work jobs more broadly, and the importance of businesses knowing what company information goes into the AI tools their employees use.

In this presentation, Fred Wilf and Lewis Sorokin discussed intellectual property issues in artificial intelligence and related technologies at the Pennsylvania Bar Institute's annual Technology Law Update, including addressing issues related to software licensing, ownership and use of AI-generated outputs, autonomous systems, and legal risks and mitigation strategies.

Josh Waterston presented "How to Leverage AI in Litigation" on April 28, 2026 with CNECT Legal, co-hosted by the Delaware County Paralegal Association and the Delaware County Bar Association. He discussed practical ways to use AI for case preparation and organization, new AI tools to streamline depositions and trial practice, and how to comply with legal and ethical requirements. CNECT Legal slides shared with permission.