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Navigating the New Era of Immigration Enforcement

Client Alert
October 28, 2025

What Employers Need to Know in 2025

Introduction

The landscape of U.S. business immigration is undergoing a seismic shift in 2025. For multinational corporations, the stakes have never been higher: federal agencies are intensifying scrutiny, increasing site visits, and rolling out new compliance requirements. These changes are not just bureaucratic hurdles—they directly impact your ability to hire and retain global talent, maintain legal compliance, and avoid costly disruptions.

This post will break down the latest enforcement trends, explain what they mean for your business, and provide actionable strategies to stay ahead.

1. The Rise of Immigration Audits and Site Visits

What’s Changing? Federal agencies, including U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), are conducting more frequent and detailed audits. Site visits—once relatively rare—are now a routine part of the compliance landscape. These inspections target everything from H-1B and L-1 visa holders to PERM labor certifications and I-9 records.

Why It Matters for Multinational Employers

  • Increased Scrutiny: Audits are no longer limited to high-risk industries or random checks. Employers in all sectors, especially those with large foreign workforces, should expect unannounced visits.
  • Broader Scope: Inspectors are reviewing not just visa documentation, but also payroll records, job descriptions, and even workplace conditions to ensure compliance with labor laws.
  • Higher Stakes: Non-compliance can result in fines, visa revocations, or even criminal charges for willful violations.

Real-World Impact A recent report from the Bush Center highlights that immigration arrests have more than doubled in 38 states, with ICE conducting an average of 666 arrests per day nationwide—up from fewer than 300 daily in 2024. While these numbers include all immigration enforcement, they underscore the heightened environment for all employers.

Read the complete article to find out more about these policies, strategies, and consequences for employees at www.removal-defense.com. Get a deeper understanding of:

2. The Role of the New Office of Immigration Policy

3. Actionable Strategies for Multinational Corporations

4. The Cost of Non-Compliance: Penalties and Consequences for Employers

5. The Road Ahead: Staying Proactive in a Shifting Landscape

For guidance on these immigration issues, please contact BMD Member Robert Ratliff at raratliff@bmdllc.com. With over 25 years of trial experience in criminal defense and immigration law, Robert’s unique insights as a former Immigration Judge allow him to offer strategic guidance for clients facing complex immigration challenges.

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Understanding the Seven Core Elements of an Effective Healthcare Compliance Program

January 22, 2026The Affordable Care Act requires healthcare providers participating in Medicare, Medicaid, and CHIP to maintain an effective compliance program. Guidance from the Department of Health and Human Services and the Office of Inspector General outlines seven core elements that form the foundation of these programs, from written policies and compliance oversight to auditing, training, and corrective action. This alert highlights each element and explains how practices can tailor compliance programs to their size and risk profile while meeting federal expectations.Client Alert

Preventing a Board Investigation

January 21, 2026Healthcare professionals in Ohio are subject to licensing board investigations that can lead to disciplinary action. Staying compliant with regulations, documenting carefully, and operating within your professional scope can help prevent issues. If contacted by a board, working with an attorney is critical to protect your license and rights.Client Alert

Ohio Board of Nursing Proposes Rule Changes for Nurses

January 14, 2026On Monday, January 12, 2026, the Ohio Board of Nursing (“BON”) released a package of proposed changes to the Ohio Administrative Code. There are two proposed changes to continuing education requirements that Ohio nurses should be watching.Client Alert

New Florida Law: Patient Overpayments Must Be Refunded Within 30 Days

December 22, 2025Effective January 1, 2026, Florida Senate Bill 1808 requires health care facilities and practitioners to refund patient overpayments within 30 days after an overpayment is identified. The law applies to overpayments tied to claims submitted to government programs or private insurers and introduces fines and disciplinary consequences for noncompliance. Providers should review billing and payment practices now to prepare for the new requirements.Client Alert

USCIS Policy Change Impacting Work Authorization: Advisory for Employers and Human Resources

December 8, 2025USCIS has issued a policy memorandum pausing immigration benefit processing for individuals from 19 high-risk countries and requiring a re-review of certain previously approved cases. This change may affect work authorization, employment verification, and workforce stability. Employers and HR teams should review impacted employees and update compliance procedures.
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