In this episode of Hiring to Firing, hosts Tracey Diamond and Emily Schifter examine the growing threat of AI deepfakes in the workplace through the lens of The Morning Show. Joined by Lawrence Cameron, Troutman Pepper Locke partner in the firm’s White Collar Litigation + Investigations group, they explore how AI-generated audio, video, and images can create new risks for employers, from fraud and disinformation to harassment, discrimination, and internal investigations. The conversation highlights the challenges employers face in determining what evidence is real, how deepfakes can complicate workplace misconduct investigations, and why companies should stay vigilant as the technology continues to evolve. Tune in for insights on how employers can prepare for deepfake-related incidents, respond appropriately when they arise, and better protect their workplaces in an era where seeing and hearing may no longer be believing.

Transcript: Fake Footage, Real Consequences: AI Deepfakes and Employment Risk (PDF)


Troutman Pepper Locke’s Labor + Employment Practice Group provides comprehensive thought leadership through various channels. We regularly issue advisories that offer timely insights into the evolving employment law landscape, and maintain the HiringToFiring.Law Blog, a resource spotlighting best practices for employers. Our Hiring to Firing Podcast, hosted by Tracey Diamond and Emily Schifter, delves into pressing labor and employment law topics, drawing unique parallels from pop culture, hit shows, and movies.

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Photo of Tracey Diamond Tracey Diamond

Tracey Diamond counsels clients on workplace issues, provides harassment training, conducts internal investigations, drafts policies and procedures, negotiates employment and severance agreements, advises on independent contractor, FMLA and ADA compliance issues, and partners with clients to structure their workforce in the most efficient…

Tracey Diamond counsels clients on workplace issues, provides harassment training, conducts internal investigations, drafts policies and procedures, negotiates employment and severance agreements, advises on independent contractor, FMLA and ADA compliance issues, and partners with clients to structure their workforce in the most efficient and effective way possible.

Photo of Emily Schifter Emily Schifter

Emily is a partner in the Labor + Employment Practice Group, where she represents clients in a variety of labor and employment-related matters, including employment discrimination, leave, disability accommodation, and wage and hour litigation. Additionally, she counsels employers on many aspects of employment

Emily is a partner in the Labor + Employment Practice Group, where she represents clients in a variety of labor and employment-related matters, including employment discrimination, leave, disability accommodation, and wage and hour litigation. Additionally, she counsels employers on many aspects of employment law and human resources issues, including employee handbooks, policies and restrictive covenants drafted under various states’ laws for a variety of circumstances, including as part of mergers and acquisitions.

Photo of Lawrence Cameron Lawrence Cameron

Lawrence is an experienced trial attorney who represents corporate and individual clients in a range of government enforcement actions, internal investigations, and litigation. He has advised clients across major industry sectors, including health care, energy, financial services, and professional services, facing inquiries by…

Lawrence is an experienced trial attorney who represents corporate and individual clients in a range of government enforcement actions, internal investigations, and litigation. He has advised clients across major industry sectors, including health care, energy, financial services, and professional services, facing inquiries by the DOJ, SEC, and various state regulators.