Workplace Compliance in 2025: New Laws, Big Changes, and What Comes Next

The first half of 2025 has brought sweeping federal employment law changes that are transforming how HR professionals approach hiring, wages, leave policies, immigration, and regulatory compliance. Staying ahead of these updates is essential to safeguarding your organization, avoiding penalties, and preparing your workforce for what’s next. This high-impact, 90-minute webinar is designed to give HR professionals the clarity they need. From Form I-9 revisions and wage law updates to new regulations on labor rights and paid leave, we’ll break down what matters most—without overwhelming you with legal jargon.

Backed by real-world examples, case studies, and practical strategies, this session offers valuable insights that can be immediately applied in your workplace. Whether you're navigating updated compliance protocols, addressing employee classification issues, or adapting to evolving labor policies, you’ll walk away with actionable knowledge and a clear plan for moving forward. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and confidently lead your HR team through the shifting landscape of federal employment law.

• Understand critical federal employment law changes for 2025, including updates to the FLSA, NLRA, ADA, and immigration regulations.
• Learn how to comply with the latest Form I-9 requirements and avoid penalties related to employment eligibility verification.
• Gain clarity on wage and hour updates such as new overtime thresholds, pay transparency mandates, and independent contractor classifications.
• Explore labor rights developments, including changes to the joint-employer standard and faster union election timelines.
• Get up to speed on workplace leave updates, from proposed federal paid family leave programs to new accommodations under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act.
• Develop practical HR compliance strategies that help your organization stay proactive, minimize legal risks, and align with current federal standards.

• Human Resources Managers and Directors
• Business Owners / Executive Leaders
• Compliance Officers
• Payroll Managers and Administrators

Melveen Stevenson is the CEO and founder of M.S. Elemental, LLC, a human resources and business advisory firm. As a certified HR professional with a background in accounting and finance, she helps companies to navigate the human resources “jungle” of compliance, human capital, and leadership challenges. In doing so, she empowers companies to strengthen their infrastructure from the inside out, specifically through leadership development, operations, training, employee engagement, and executive coaching.

Melveen speaks on key topics to empower companies with the latest research and best practices for increasing engagement, enhancing leadership presence, and optimizing diverse workforce groups.

Over the last 20 years, Melveen has held leadership positions in human resources operations, supply chain, and talent management at international companies in food manufacturing, medical devices, and consumer products. She has spent most of her career in California, and has expertise in the state’s complicated employment regulations.

Melveen is certified through the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM-SCP) and the Human Resources Certification Institute (SPHR).  She is also a faculty member at California State University-Dominguez Hills.