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Kubera HR Solutions Educational Center
Welcome to the Kubera HR Solutions Educational Center — your go-to place for clear, practical insights on employer compliance. Explore general guides that cover federal laws and HR fundamentals, or dive into industry-specific resources built for restaurants, home health, construction, retail, and more. Whether you’re looking to understand the rules or learn how they apply to your business, you’ll find simple explanations, videos, and in-depth articles designed to keep you informed and protected.
Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (WARN)
The WARN Act requires certain employers to give 60 days’ notice before mass layoffs or closures. Learn what it covers, mistakes to avoid, and compliance tips.
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) – FCRA enforcement
The FTC enforces parts of the FCRA, ensuring fair use of consumer reports. Learn what this means for employers using background checks.
IRS (tax forms W-4, SSNs)
The IRS requires employers to collect W-4s and SSNs to withhold and report taxes. Learn what’s required, common mistakes, and compliance tips.
Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) – background checks
The FCRA sets rules for employer background checks. Learn what it requires, common mistakes, and how to stay compliant when screening applicants.
INA & IRCA – I-9 and work authorization requirements
The INA and IRCA require employers to verify work authorization with Form I-9. Learn what’s required, common mistakes, and how to stay compliant.
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
MSHA enforces mine safety laws and protects miners’ health. Learn what the agency does, common violations, and how employers can stay compliant.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
OSHA enforces federal workplace safety standards. Learn what the agency does, common violations, and how employers can keep workers safe and compliant.
Mine Safety and Health Act (MSHA)
The Mine Safety and Health Act (MSHA) protects miners by setting strict safety standards. Learn what it covers, violations, and compliance tips for employers.
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
OSHA requires employers to provide safe workplaces. Learn what it covers, common violations, penalties, and how to keep your business compliant.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)
HHS oversees public health, welfare, and healthcare programs. Learn how it impacts employers through HIPAA, ACA, and workplace health protections.
DOL – Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA)
The EBSA enforces federal benefits laws like ERISA, protecting retirement and health plans. Learn what it does and how employers can stay compliant.
Affordable Care Act (ACA)
The ACA requires large employers to provide affordable health insurance or face penalties. Learn what it covers, mistakes to avoid, and compliance tips.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
HIPAA protects health information and ensures coverage portability. Learn what it covers, why it matters for employers, and compliance best practices.
Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA)
COBRA allows employees to keep health insurance after job loss or other qualifying events. Learn what it covers, employer duties, and compliance tips.
Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA)
USERRA protects service members’ jobs and benefits when they leave for military duty. Learn what it covers, mistakes to avoid, and compliance tips.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
The FMLA gives eligible employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for family and medical reasons. Learn what it covers, mistakes to avoid, and compliance tips.
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA)
GINA prohibits employers from using genetic information in employment decisions. Learn what it covers, common mistakes, and compliance tips.
Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA)
The Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) prohibits bias based on pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions. Learn what it covers and how to stay compliant.
Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
The ADEA protects workers age 40 and older from discrimination. Learn what it covers, common employer mistakes, and how to stay compliant.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The ADA requires equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for workers with disabilities. Learn what it covers, mistakes to avoid, and compliance tips.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Title VII prohibits workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Learn what it covers, mistakes to avoid, and compliance tips.
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
The EEOC enforces workplace discrimination laws, from hiring to termination. Learn what it does, common mistakes, and how to stay compliant.
National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)
The NLRB enforces the NLRA, protecting workers’ rights to organize and act together. Learn what it does, why it matters, and how employers can stay compliant.
Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA): What Employers Should Know
The LMRDA promotes union democracy and financial transparency. Learn what it covers, why it matters, and what employers need to know.
Labor Management Relations Act (LMRA / Taft-Hartley)
The LMRA (Taft-Hartley Act) balances employee union rights with employer protections. Learn what it covers, why it matters, and how it affects workplaces.
National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): What Employers Need to Know
The NLRA protects employees’ rights to organize, unionize, and act together. Learn what the law covers, why it matters, and common employer mistakes.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
USCIS oversees immigration, work visas, and employment authorization. Learn what it does, why it matters to employers, and how to stay compliant.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS): What Employers Should Know
The IRS collects federal taxes and enforces tax laws. Learn what the IRS does, why it matters to employers, and how to stay compliant.
U.S. Department of Labor (DOL): What Every Employer Should Know
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) protects workers and enforces labor laws. Learn what it does, why it matters, and how employers can stay compliant.
Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) & Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA) – work eligibility
The INA and IRCA require employers to verify work eligibility. Learn what these laws cover, common mistakes, and how to stay compliant.
IRS Common Law Rules (independent contractor vs. employee)
The IRS uses common law rules to decide if a worker is an employee or independent contractor. Learn the 3 key factors and how to avoid misclassification.
FLSA (exempt vs. non-exempt rules)
Under the FLSA, exempt vs. non-exempt status determines overtime pay. Learn the rules, examples, and common mistakes employers make.
U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the Wage and Hour Division (WHD): What Employers Need to Know
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and its Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforce workplace laws like FLSA, FMLA, and more. Here’s what employers should know.
Portal-to-Portal Act: A Plain-English Guide for Employers
The Portal-to-Portal Act defines which work hours are compensable under the FLSA. Learn what counts as paid time, what doesn’t, and how to stay compliant.
Equal Pay Act (EPA): A Plain-English Guide for Employers
The Equal Pay Act (EPA) requires equal pay for equal work. Learn what it covers, what it doesn’t, common employer mistakes, and how to stay compliant.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): A Plain-English Guide for Employers
Learn what the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) covers—and what it doesn’t. A simple guide to wage, overtime, child labor, and recordkeeping rules.