Law360 Publishes Article by Dawn Solowey, Michael Steinberg, and Angelina Evans Advising Employers on How to Handle Religious Objections to AI Use

Law360 published Seyfarth's monthly "Flashpoints In Focus" column by partners Dawn Solowey, Michael Steinberg, and Angelina Evans, “Handling Religious Objections To AI Use.”

The piece, published on June 26, 2026, examines how employers can navigate emerging requests for religious accommodations related to artificial intelligence in the workplace.

The article highlights key considerations for employers, including evaluating the sincerity of religious objections, defining the scope of accommodation requests, and balancing those requests against operational demands and evolving legal standards as AI becomes more deeply integrated across workplace functions.

"By engaging in a careful interactive process and being mindful of the web of intersecting state laws, employers can navigate these requests in a manner that is respectful of employees' religious beliefs, while ensuring that they retain flexibility to leverage the new technology for their business mission."

The full article is available here.