Gov. Youngkin Reveals Unemployment Rates and Labor Force Statistics for Virginia

Gov. Youngkin Reveals Unemployment Rates and Labor Force Statistics …

November 20, 2024
Navigating the intricacies of the Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) can be challenging for many people. If you …
Opinion: Walmart Outperforms Indiana's Leading Employers in Parental Leave - We Need to Raise Our Expectations

Opinion: Walmart Outperforms Indiana's Leading Employers in Parental …

November 20, 2024
Paid Family Leave (PFL) can provide with up to 6 weeks of payment for any individual that takes leave from their work to care for a seriously ill family member or to bond with a …
Exploring the Implications of Paid Family Leave for Ohio: An In-depth Report

Exploring the Implications of Paid Family Leave for Ohio: An In-depth …

November 19, 2024
Among common queries from the public, contacting the EDD (Employment Development Department) seems to be a constant concern. This arguably reflects the need for an open …
October Unemployment Rates Stay Steady in Arkansas

October Unemployment Rates Stay Steady in Arkansas

November 19, 2024
LITTLE ROCK, Ark.—According to recently released data, the Arkansas unemployment rate held steady in October. As the Arkansas Department of Commerce indicated, the unemployment …
Indiana's Unemployment Rate Surpasses National Average, Climbing for the 8th Consecutive Month to 4.4%

Indiana's Unemployment Rate Surpasses National Average, Climbing for …

November 19, 2024
The unemployment rate in Indiana rose by 0.1 percentage points to 4.4% in October, marking the eighth consecutive month it has increased, according to the Indiana Department of …
EDD Grants Training Funds to New Mexico Businesses

EDD Grants Training Funds to New Mexico Businesses

November 19, 2024
Reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California can often seem difficult due to the high volume of requests they receive. This doesn’t mean it’s …
Addressing the Surge in Youth Unemployment: Solutions for the Highest Rate since 2012

Addressing the Surge in Youth Unemployment: Solutions for the Highest …

November 19, 2024
If you need to contact EDD, there are multiple ways available to do it. You may use the website, call the phone number, or visit the office. The website offers plenty of resources …
Montana's Unemployment Rate Remains Under 3.4% for 40 Consecutive Months

Montana's Unemployment Rate Remains Under 3.4% for 40 Consecutive …

November 19, 2024
Montana recently marked its 40th successful month of maintaining an unemployment rate equal to or less than 3.4%. This achievement came in October, with a rate of 3.3%, compared to …
How Disability Advocates in America can Assist with Disability Applications

How Disability Advocates in America can Assist with Disability …

November 19, 2024
There is little that compares to the frustration and anxiety experienced when trying to reach the Employment Development Department (EDD) during a time of financial instability. …
Deciphering Tax Rules: Is Unemployment Subject to Taxation?

Deciphering Tax Rules: Is Unemployment Subject to Taxation?

November 19, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a state-run entity tasked with providing a number of crucial services, including disability insurance, helping unemployed individuals …
How Paid Leave Could Positively Impact Michigan's Workers and Economy: A Report Review

How Paid Leave Could Positively Impact Michigan's Workers and Economy: …

November 19, 2024
Those who wish to contact Paid Family Leave (PFL) in light of developments on programs such as the Michigan Family Leave Optimal Coverage can do so through various channels. It may …
Reform in Unemployment Benefits May Disrupt Union Activities

Reform in Unemployment Benefits May Disrupt Union Activities

November 19, 2024
The Finnish government is examining ways to expand eligibility for income-linked unemployment benefits, currently only available to those who are members of, and have paid …
November 2024 SSDI: Here's When Your Money Will Arrive

November 2024 SSDI: Here's When Your Money Will Arrive

November 19, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California administers several significant benefits programs like Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), and Paid …
Kansas Unemployment Rate Increases to 3.4% Yet Remains Steady

Kansas Unemployment Rate Increases to 3.4% Yet Remains Steady

November 18, 2024
In the current era of digitized communication, it has become critical to know the correct channels for reaching out to government agencies. A process commonly known to stir some …
New Mexico Allocates $4.3 Million for Enhancement of Outdoor Recreation and Trail Restoration

New Mexico Allocates $4.3 Million for Enhancement of Outdoor …

November 18, 2024
The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s (EDD) Outdoor Recreation Division (ORD) announced $4.3M in Outdoor Recreation Trails+ Grant awards to 16 recipients across 10 …
Unemployment in Colorado Remains Low Despite Gradual Increase

Unemployment in Colorado Remains Low Despite Gradual Increase

November 18, 2024
The unemployment rate in Colorado reported a slight increase in October to 4.1 percent, according to the state’s labor department. This increase has been evident for about a year, …
Florida Maintains 3.3% Unemployment Rate in October Regardless of Hurricanes

Florida Maintains 3.3% Unemployment Rate in October Regardless of …

November 18, 2024
Florida has managed to maintain a steady unemployment rate for the past seven consecutive months, remaining at 3.3 percent, despite being hit by two hurricanes within a two-week …
Find out Who is Eligible for Disability Benefits this Wednesday: A Look at the SSDI Payment Schedule

Find out Who is Eligible for Disability Benefits this Wednesday: A …

November 18, 2024
Navigating the bureaucracy of unemployment claims can be a daunting task. Whether you’re dealing with the Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), …
Record-Breaking Growth in Alabama Labor Force as Unemployment Remains Stable at 2.9%

Record-Breaking Growth in Alabama Labor Force as Unemployment Remains …

November 18, 2024
The Alabama Department of Labor recently disclosed that the state’s labor force participation rate for October showed a slight growth, making it 57.6 percent. This was followed by …
NSUI Plans March on Parliament this Dec 5: A Stand Against Paper Leaks and Unemployment

NSUI Plans March on Parliament this Dec 5: A Stand Against Paper Leaks …

November 18, 2024
Navigating the process of securing unemployment benefits can be challenging, particularly during a time of widespread workforce disruption. This includes understanding how to …
October's Unemployment Rate in Illinois Remains Stable at 5.3%

October's Unemployment Rate in Illinois Remains Stable at 5.3%

November 18, 2024
The unemployment rate in Illinois remained steady from September to October according to the Illinois Department of Employment Security. The figure clocked in at 5.3 percent, …
Signs of Recovery: Youth Unemployment Rate Drops to a 3-Month Low in October

Signs of Recovery: Youth Unemployment Rate Drops to a 3-Month Low in …

November 18, 2024
A job fair was organized at Henan University of Technology in Zhengzhou, Central China’s Henan Province, on March 30, 2024 according to a photo from VCG. The primary objective of …
Analysis: How Paid Leave Could Positively Impact Michigan's Workers and Economy

Analysis: How Paid Leave Could Positively Impact Michigan's Workers …

November 17, 2024
Finding reliable methods to navigate through systems and contact state employment departments for benefits and inquiries can be a somewhat daunting task. Whether it’s the …
Nebraska Businesses Express Concern as New Sick Leave Law Promises Transformation

Nebraska Businesses Express Concern as New Sick Leave Law Promises …

November 17, 2024
Nebraska voters recently passed a paid sick leave bill, thereby ensuring paid time off for workers dealing with illnesses or family health emergencies. This bill came to fruition …
Exploring the Major Trends in Employee Benefits Balancing Work-Family Life from 2024

Exploring the Major Trends in Employee Benefits Balancing Work-Family …

November 17, 2024
Work-family employee benefits have become an integral part of today’s business environment. According to a 2024 survey, 94% of workers rated family benefits as an essential …
Increase in Unemployment Claims Observed in New York

Increase in Unemployment Claims Observed in New York

November 17, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) manages several benefit programs in California. These include Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family Leave …
Experts Debunk UK's Theory on Weight Loss Drugs Aiding Unemployment Issue

Experts Debunk UK's Theory on Weight Loss Drugs Aiding Unemployment …

November 16, 2024
Weight loss drugs such as Wegovy and Ozempic are being lauded internationally for their potentially transformative impact on medicine. The British government sees potential in …
Ramsey County Board Recognizes Rising Developers for Progress in Affordable Housing Industry

Ramsey County Board Recognizes Rising Developers for Progress in …

November 16, 2024
Navigating the various branches and services of the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California can sometimes be a daunting task. There’s a vast range of services from …
October Job Report: Minor Increase in Bay Area Employment, while California Suffers Significant Losses

October Job Report: Minor Increase in Bay Area Employment, while …

November 15, 2024
The article discusses different methods of contacting various departments of the Employment Development Department (EDD), a vital institution providing numerous benefits to its …
October Job Loss in California Raises Unemployment Rate to 5.4%

October Job Loss in California Raises Unemployment Rate to 5.4%

November 15, 2024
As a job seeker or a person dealing with a disability, reaching out to the California Employment Development Department (EDD) is crucial for receiving your benefits. EDD manages …
Article: October's Unemployment Rate Remains Steady in Riverside County, Reports Indicate

Article: October's Unemployment Rate Remains Steady in Riverside …

November 15, 2024
The process of contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be quite challenging due to its vast and diversely implemented programs such as Unemployment Insurance, …
Uncovering Pandemic EDD Fraud: A Consumer's Perspective

Uncovering Pandemic EDD Fraud: A Consumer's Perspective

November 15, 2024
This article focuses on a woman who had her California EDD payments stolen from her Bank of America-issued cards, leading to an inquiry into widespread fraud, and pushing Bank of …
Two Individuals Arrested and Charged in Tragic Murder of 18-Year-Old

Two Individuals Arrested and Charged in Tragic Murder of 18-Year-Old

November 15, 2024
In California, those in need of unemployment benefits, disability insurance or any other service provided by the Employment Development Department (EDD) often find it challenging …
Discover Why This Small City is Ranked Among the U.S.'s Best Affordable Places to Live with Mild Weather and Low Unemployment Rates

Discover Why This Small City is Ranked Among the U.S.'s Best …

November 15, 2024
Navigating the world of unemployment benefits, State Disability Insurance (SDI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) can be confusing for citizens. In California, these services are …
Understanding the California Employment Development Department

Understanding the California Employment Development Department

November 15, 2024
The U.S. unemployment rate, as of data from 2023, remained at a historical low of 4.1%. Despite numerous analyst predictions, the actual jobs gained in September skyrocketed to …
MPD Announces Arrest of Two Suspects in Castalia Heights' June Homicide of an 18-Year-Old Male

MPD Announces Arrest of Two Suspects in Castalia Heights' June …

November 15, 2024
Memphis Police announced the arrests of two people on Friday related to a June shooting incident in the Castalia Heights neighborhood that resulted in an 18-year-old man’s death. …
Unemployment Filings Decrease Following a Few Months of Uncertainty

Unemployment Filings Decrease Following a Few Months of Uncertainty

November 15, 2024
The Labor Department has reported a dip in the number of first-time unemployment claims, marking a six-month low last week. During this period, 217,000 individuals registered for …
Increase in Tennessee's Unemployment Rate, Yet Remains Lower than National Average

Increase in Tennessee's Unemployment Rate, Yet Remains Lower than …

November 14, 2024
As the new global reality persists, unemployment rates have skyrocketed and many are left wondering how to navigate the confusing, overloaded systems in place for financial help. …
Anticipated Increase in New York's Paid Family Leave Benefits and Employee Contribution Rates for 2025

Anticipated Increase in New York's Paid Family Leave Benefits and …

November 14, 2024
Paid Family Leave (PFL) is an offering available to select New York employees that provides them with the opportunity to take up to 12 weeks of job-protected, partially paid time …
Las Vegas Woman Admits to Unlawfully Using Friend's Unemployment Funds

Las Vegas Woman Admits to Unlawfully Using Friend's Unemployment Funds

November 14, 2024
Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a daunting task, particularly if you’re new to it. From unemployment benefits to disability insurance, the resources …
Unemployment and Labor Force Participation in Minnesota Stay Steady in October

Unemployment and Labor Force Participation in Minnesota Stay Steady in …

November 14, 2024
Navigating through the maze of employment programs can be challenging, especially when it comes to contacting the right departments for different services. This article guides you …
Advocates for Paid Family Leave Push Michigan Legislators to Consider Relevant Legislation

Advocates for Paid Family Leave Push Michigan Legislators to Consider …

November 14, 2024
Advocates for paid family and medical leave in Michigan emphasized the economic and social benefits of such a program at a virtual press conference. This was held by the MI Paid …
Ex-Thayer Academy Employee Alleges Unlawful Termination following Parental Leave Request in Lawsuit against School

Ex-Thayer Academy Employee Alleges Unlawful Termination following …

November 14, 2024
The article reports on a lawsuit filed by Sophie Jones, a former health and wellness instructor at Thayer Academy, against the private middle and high school. Jones alleges she was …
Unemployment Rate in Georgia Remains Constant

Unemployment Rate in Georgia Remains Constant

November 14, 2024
Navigating the complexities of unemployment, disability, and parental leave benefits can be challenging, especially for those in California who find it difficult to communicate …
Slight Decrease Noted in Florida Unemployment Claims

Slight Decrease Noted in Florida Unemployment Claims

November 14, 2024
First-time unemployment claims in Florida decreased last week. The state Department of Commerce is preparing to publish an October unemployment rate this Friday. Last week, the …
American Unemployment Filings Hit a Six-Month Low

American Unemployment Filings Hit a Six-Month Low

November 14, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers various unemployment insurances including the State Disability Insurance (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL). This piece …
Weekly Unemployment Claims Drop as Jobless Rolls Decrease in the US

Weekly Unemployment Claims Drop as Jobless Rolls Decrease in the US

November 14, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a significant part of California’s government, responsible for providing services to job seekers, employers, and other constituents. …
Oklahoma Agency Cuts Disability Services Waitlist from 13 Years to Just 2

Oklahoma Agency Cuts Disability Services Waitlist from 13 Years to …

November 14, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave (PFL), and State Disability Insurance (SDI) are vital resources for residents facing employment …
Stagnant Unemployment amid Slowing Employment Growth

Stagnant Unemployment amid Slowing Employment Growth

November 13, 2024
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has released new labor force figures. Unemployment in October remained steady at a rate of 4.1%, with job growth moderating at 16,000. …
Campaigners Urge for the Approval of Michigan's Paid Family Leave Bill

Campaigners Urge for the Approval of Michigan's Paid Family Leave Bill

November 13, 2024
Navigating the bureaucracy of unemployment can be overwhelming, especially when one struggles to get in touch with the relevant authorities. The Employment Development Department …
October's Unemployment Rate in Australia Holds Steady at 4.1%

October's Unemployment Rate in Australia Holds Steady at 4.1%

November 13, 2024
The Federal Unemployment Extension, Filing, News & Tiers Update article has been reexamined and updated to focus on the essential subject, which is the procedure for contacting …
Cbus Chief Apologizes for Mishandling Death and Disability Claims

Cbus Chief Apologizes for Mishandling Death and Disability Claims

November 13, 2024
The main themes today revolve around Australia’s Construction and Building Unions Super (Cbus) and its continuing inquiries, and the political landscape in the United States. …
Rasmussen's Real Unemployment Rate: Continues to be Twice as High as the Official Rate

Rasmussen's Real Unemployment Rate: Continues to be Twice as High as …

November 13, 2024
The national unemployment rate was 8.1% in November 2024, a slight decrease from 8.7% in the previous month, according to Rasmussen Reports’ Real Unemployment update. This figure …
Understanding the Differences Between Life and Disability Insurance

Understanding the Differences Between Life and Disability Insurance

November 13, 2024
The main focus of this article is the comparison between life insurance and disability insurance. These are two crucial types of insurance policies that provide financial …
Allegations Against Fresno County Resident for Orchestrating a Fraudulent Disability Insurance Scam

Allegations Against Fresno County Resident for Orchestrating a …

November 13, 2024
Navigating California’s Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) programs can be challenging, especially when it comes …
Veteran-Owned PostalAnnex Debuts New Outlet at Palm Plaza, Temecula

Veteran-Owned PostalAnnex Debuts New Outlet at Palm Plaza, Temecula

November 13, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California provides a range of services to millions of Californians under the Job Service, Unemployment Insurance, Disability …
Improvements Coming to KDOL's Unemployment Website Services

Improvements Coming to KDOL's Unemployment Website Services

November 13, 2024
The state of California offers multiple assistance programs to aid residents, including the Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), and Paid …
Only 42% of America's Top 100 Companies Provide Six Weeks of Parental Leave, Survey Discloses

Only 42% of America's Top 100 Companies Provide Six Weeks of Parental …

November 13, 2024
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York declared that New York would be the first state in the United States to provide paid leave for prenatal care beginning in 2025. Moreover, corporations …
October's Unemployment Rate in New Hampshire Remains Steady

October's Unemployment Rate in New Hampshire Remains Steady

November 13, 2024
The most recent updates indicate that New Hampshire’s seasonally adjusted jobless rate for October remains the same as the rate in September. Preliminary data shows that the rate …
Experts Predict Bleak Future for Africa due to Rising Youth Unemployment

Experts Predict Bleak Future for Africa due to Rising Youth …

November 12, 2024
Experts have warned that African nations could encounter severe difficulties unless they can develop innovative strategies to combat burgeoning youth unemployment rates. The …
Navigating the Process: A Guide to Claiming Unemployment Benefits Timely and Correctly

Navigating the Process: A Guide to Claiming Unemployment Benefits …

November 12, 2024
As of September 2024, approximately 1.8 million residents of the UK were claiming unemployment benefits, representing a substantial increase of over 253,000 compared to the same …
Man from Parlier Charged with Mail Fraud Over Fraudulent Disability Insurance Claims

Man from Parlier Charged with Mail Fraud Over Fraudulent Disability …

November 12, 2024
Contacting EDD (Employment Development Department) can be a daunting task due to the large volume of calls they receive daily. It is essential to remain patient and follow the …
Parlier Man Charged by DOJ for Fraudulent Disability Insurance Claims

Parlier Man Charged by DOJ for Fraudulent Disability Insurance Claims

November 12, 2024
In the job market today, facing a period of unemployment can be very stressful. It’s essential to know how to navigate the Employment Development Department’s (EDD) services to …
Calls Intensify for Government to Revamp Disability Support Pension Following Lackluster Response to Senate Report

Calls Intensify for Government to Revamp Disability Support Pension …

November 12, 2024
In a dynamic economy, it isn’t uncommon for individuals to face employment difficulties, including involuntary job loss, disability, and family leave matters. This article profiles …