Mobley vs. Workday December Update

In this December update, we examine the latest legal and societal developments in the landmark case of Derek Mobley v. Workday, Inc., a case that has emerged as a critical battleground in the fight against biased AI-powered hiring systems.

Derek Mobley—an African American man over 40 who suffers from anxiety and depression—filed suit in February 2023 against Workday, alleging its AI-driven applicant screening tools discriminated against him and others based on race, age, and disability. He claims that despite applying to more than 100 positions via the Workday platform, he never received a single interview, with rejections coming within minutes of submission.