New Independent Contractor Rule: What Employers Need to Know
Duration: 60 Minutes
10 Days Left To REGISTER
Id: 210431
Serena Ittoo
Overview
This session offers a clear, professional breakdown of the 2024 Independent Contractor Rule and how employers should respond, even amid shifting enforcement signals. We will walk through the six-factor test, explain what’s changed from the previous 2021 rule, and outline key action steps employers must take now. You’ll also gain guidance on how the DOL’s temporary return to 2008 enforcement standards may affect internal audits and future compliance risks.
Why you should Attend
This webinar equips U.S. employers with a practical and current understanding of the 2024 Final Rule, the DOL's recent enforcement bulletin (May 2025), and what these changes mean for your business right now. You’ll leave with the tools to assess your contractor classifications under the six-factor framework, understand where federal and state standards may differ, and future-proof your workforce strategy - regardless of pending regulatory shifts.
Areas Covered in the Session
- The 2024 Final Rule: What it says and how it's structured
- The Six-Factor "Economic Reality" Test explained
- Key differences from the 2021 rule and why they matter
- DOL's 2025 Enforcement Bulletin: Why older guidance is still being used in investigations
- What this dual enforcement landscape means for your business
- The FLSA vs IRS vs state law classification frameworks
- Best practices to assess and update current contractor arrangements
- Legal and financial risks of misclassification in 2025
- How to draft compliant contracts and onboarding processes
- Preparing for a potential audit or employee reclassification
Who Will Benefit
- HR and Compliance Professionals navigating FLSA rules
- In-house Legal Counsel and Advisors
- Payroll and Tax Teams managing 1099 vs W-2 distinctions
- Operations or Executive Leaders managing gig, freelance, or contract-based workers
- U.S.-based companies working across multiple states with varied compliance standards
Speaker Profile
Serena is a licensed Master NLP Practitioner and transformational coach specialising in helping professionals, leaders, and teams overcome anxiety, self-doubt, and workplace stress to unlock their full potential. With a results-driven yet empathetic approach, Serena empowers individuals and organisations to foster resilience, enhance focus, and cultivate a positive, thriving workplace environment.
Renowned for her ability to connect deeply with clients, Serena guides them through practical tools and strategies to reduce stress, improve confidence, and build emotional resilience. Her methods have transformed lives, from individuals seeking clarity in their personal lives to corporate leaders looking to navigate high-pressure environments with composure and impact.
Growing up, Serena was inspired by her mother, a Counsellor and Mentor, to embrace personal development early in life. This foundation shaped her ability to overcome challenges, and gave her a unique perspective on growth and resilience. Alongside her professional credentials, Serena holds a First-Class BSc in Songwriting & Music Production, demonstrating her creative and holistic approach to problem-solving and personal development.
Serena has also applied NLP techniques to overcome personal adversities, including bereavement, and has used these same tools to help others navigate change, develop mental clarity, and achieve their goals. Her own experiences fuel her passion for guiding others in crafting sustainable habits and building confidence in both their personal and professional lives.
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