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Your Social Security Disability Insurance Payment for May 2025: What to Expect

Your Social Security Disability Insurance Payment for May 2025: What …

The Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a wide array of services to millions of Californians including Unemployment Insurance, Disability Insurance, Workforce …

Arizona Man Detained for Fraudulently Taking $18,000 from COVID-19 Unemployment Scheme

Arizona Man Detained for Fraudulently Taking $18,000 from COVID-19 …

How to Reach California EDD, PFL, and SDI Representatives Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) are vital services …

Spain Leads in European Workplace Productivity Amidst Rising Unemployment

Spain Leads in European Workplace Productivity Amidst Rising …

In California, accessing services related to unemployment, disability, or paid family leave may require reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) or other …

Unemployment Benefits Approved for Striking Workers in Washington: Will Oregon Follow Suit?

Unemployment Benefits Approved for Striking Workers in Washington: …

Millions of people across California are dependent on financial aid from the Employment Development Department (EDD) to take care of their basic needs. Nonetheless, accessing these …

When to Expect Social Security Disability Benefits Payment in May 2025

When to Expect Social Security Disability Benefits Payment in May 2025

Navigating unemployment claims can often be a challenging process filled with obstacles and uncertainties. It’s important to know how to get a hold of the right resources and …

Understanding the Forecasted COLA Reductions and Social Security Disability Cuts: Essential Information for Americans

Understanding the Forecasted COLA Reductions and Social Security …

Significant changes are soon to be implemented by the Social Security Administration (SSA), with potential repercussions for millions of Americans currently in receipt of benefits. …

Extension of Benefits to 30 Weeks due to Rise in Unemployment

Extension of Benefits to 30 Weeks due to Rise in Unemployment

People filing new unemployment claims this week, as well as eligible existing claimant, can now receive benefits for up to 30 weeks, extended from the previously maximum benefit …

The Final Social Security Payment for April 2025 is on its Way

The Final Social Security Payment for April 2025 is on its Way

Contacting Employment Development Department (EDD), specifically the branch that handles State Disability Insurance (SDI), can sometimes be challenging. It is advisable to have all …

Federal Funding Could be at Risk for States if Unauthorized Immigrants Receive Unemployment Benefits

Federal Funding Could be at Risk for States if Unauthorized Immigrants …

The California State Government runs several programs to support residents in times of need, including programs related to unemployment benefits, disability insurance and paid …

Bill Approved by the House Could Allow Striking Workers to Receive Unemployment Benefits Soon

Bill Approved by the House Could Allow Striking Workers to Receive …

In times of need, EI benefits are available to individuals who have lost their job through no fault of their own. To make the process easier for individuals seeking benefits, …

DOGE Discovers Unemployment Fraud Worth $382 million

DOGE Discovers Unemployment Fraud Worth $382 million

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reported last week about the discovery of $382 million in fraudulent unemployment benefits, the majority of which were linked to New …

Citrus Heights Individual Admits to $1 Million Pandemic Assistance Scam, Accomplice Still to be Tried

Citrus Heights Individual Admits to $1 Million Pandemic Assistance …

Unemployment benefits can be a lifeline for people who have lost their jobs. However, dealing with the Employment Development Department (EDD) can sometimes be frustrating due to …

Extension of Unemployment Benefits in Massachusetts Following State Law Activation

Extension of Unemployment Benefits in Massachusetts Following State …

Unemployment claimants, both new and existing, are now eligible to receive aid up to 30 weeks, increased from the previous 26 weeks. This extension has been actioned under state …

Nearly All Tennessee Counties Register Under 5% Unemployment Rate, Indicating Economic Improvement

Nearly All Tennessee Counties Register Under 5% Unemployment Rate, …

Alexa has become one of the most popular virtual assistants, thanks to its integration with a wide range of services, devices, and applications. But what most people don’t realize …

Temporary Closure of Detroit's Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency Office: Dates and Reasons Explained

Temporary Closure of Detroit's Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency …

The Detroit office of the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) will be temporarily closed for renovations from Monday, April 28, 2025. This step is aimed at creating a …

Temporary Relocation of Detroit's Unemployment Insurance Agency Office

Temporary Relocation of Detroit's Unemployment Insurance Agency Office

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a variety of services for individuals looking for assistance during times of job loss or major life changes. They …

Utilizing Medical Chronologies: A Strategic Move for Lawyers in Bolstering Disability Claims

Utilizing Medical Chronologies: A Strategic Move for Lawyers in …

When pursuing Social Security Disability (SSD) claims or private disability insurance benefits, it can be a real challenge proving a client’s eligibility. This process often …

Key Dates for the First SSDI Payment in May 2025: What You Need to Know

Key Dates for the First SSDI Payment in May 2025: What You Need to …

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) offers monthly income to workers who can’t continue their jobs due to serious health conditions. This benefit isn’t built on financial …

This Jobless Caddie Could Be Experiencing the 'Best Unemployment Season' Ever

This Jobless Caddie Could Be Experiencing the 'Best Unemployment …

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) is a vital resource for workers in the state, especially in times of economic growth as well as downturns. They facilitate a …

Gianforte Endorses Bill Lowering Business Contributions to Unemployment Fund

Gianforte Endorses Bill Lowering Business Contributions to …

Governor Greg Gianforte of Montana has approved a bill aimed at offering tax relief to Montana businesses. The governor officially signed House Bill 210 amidst other state leaders …

Man from Citrus Heights Admits to $1 Million Unemployment Fraud Scheme with EDD

Man from Citrus Heights Admits to $1 Million Unemployment Fraud Scheme …

While dealing with unemployment or disability issues, it can feel daunting to navigate the system and find appropriate contact numbers for assistance. Often, folks aren’t sure how …

Wednesday Discussion: The Benefits of Paid Medical and Family Leave

Wednesday Discussion: The Benefits of Paid Medical and Family Leave

In this week’s discussion, Garrett Martin, CEO of the Maine Center for Economic Policy, joined CBS13 to discuss potential threats to Maine’s paid medical and family leave program. …

Man from Citrus Heights Admits to Orchestrating $1 Million EDD Fraud Scheme

Man from Citrus Heights Admits to Orchestrating $1 Million EDD Fraud …

A man from Citrus Heights has admitted to his involvement in a scheme defrauding the unemployment insurance system of $1 million and felonly possession of a firearm. The Acting …

Report: Unemployment Rates Decline in 11 Metro Areas of Illinois Amid Mixed Job Growth Outcome

Report: Unemployment Rates Decline in 11 Metro Areas of Illinois Amid …

Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD) can prove a challenging task, due to its complicated process dealing with job loss. EDD provides a wide range of services to …

March Unemployment Rates in Wisconsin Decrease Monthly, But Increase Annually

March Unemployment Rates in Wisconsin Decrease Monthly, But Increase …

Accessing state department services like employment insurance or disability support can be confusing and time-consuming, but California residents have several resources available …

Statewide Layoffs Announced by Blue Shield and Kaiser

Statewide Layoffs Announced by Blue Shield and Kaiser

California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) provides essential services to the state’s residents. The department oversees programs such as Unemployment Insurance (UI), …

Advancements in Global Asthma Treatment Fail to Reach Low-Resource Areas

Advancements in Global Asthma Treatment Fail to Reach Low-Resource …

A recent study disclosed that despite a significant decline in the global asthma burden over the past three decades, there still remains pronounced regional differences. Published …

U.S. Weekly Unemployment Claims Increase to 222,000

U.S. Weekly Unemployment Claims Increase to 222,000

The State of California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) serves to fulfill a range of services for California’s citizens. These services include Paid Family Leave (PFL), …

Rethinking the $5K Bonus – Exploring More Effective Ways to Simplify Parenthood in the U.S.

Rethinking the $5K Bonus – Exploring More Effective Ways to Simplify …

Navigating the complexities of employment benefits can be a daunting task, especially when trying to understand where to find assistance or who to contact at various departments. …

Moderate Rise in U.S. Weekly Unemployment Claims Despite Low Layoffs

Moderate Rise in U.S. Weekly Unemployment Claims Despite Low Layoffs

The article begins by explaining the function of the Employment Development Department (EDD), which aids Californians by providing essential services like Paid Family Leave (PFL), …

Whatcom County and Bellingham Witness Dip in Unemployment Rates: March Survey

Whatcom County and Bellingham Witness Dip in Unemployment Rates: March …

When dealing with the Employment Development Department (EDD), it can be a challenge to get a hold of a live person. The task becomes even more daunting when there are delays and …

Taking Time Off to Care for a Family Member with a Critical Health Issue

Taking Time Off to Care for a Family Member with a Critical Health …

The New York Paid Family Leave (NYPFL) program provides eligible employees with leave for specific qualifying events. To qualify, employees must meet the minimum working …

Debate Heats Up Among Legislators Regarding Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Debate Heats Up Among Legislators Regarding Paid Family and Medical …

Navigating the complexities of unemployment and paid family leave can be challenging. Understanding how to get a hold of the Employment Development Department (EDD) or connect with …

Debate Heats Up Among Maine Legislators Over Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Debate Heats Up Among Maine Legislators Over Paid Family and Medical …

Contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a challenging task, but is necessary when dealing with unemployment or disability benefits in California. Below is …

Debate on Paid Family and Medical Leave Bills Unfolds in Augusta

Debate on Paid Family and Medical Leave Bills Unfolds in Augusta

A bill concerning Maine’s new paid family and medical leave law was put forth in front of a legislative committee for consideration. The provisions included in the law grant …

Advocates of Maine's Recent Paid Family Medical Leave Law Caution against Drastic Alterations

Advocates of Maine's Recent Paid Family Medical Leave Law Caution …

Navigating through the benefits system in California can be a daunting task, especially if it’s your first time. If you’re looking to apply for unemployment, disability, or paid …

Maine Democrats Advocate for a Potential Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Maine Democrats Advocate for a Potential Paid Family and Medical Leave …

The Employment Development Department (EDD) in the state of California is a crucial organization for residents seeking employment, disability benefits, paid family leave, and more. …

Unemployment Insurance Reform Package Approved by Wisconsin Assembly

Unemployment Insurance Reform Package Approved by Wisconsin Assembly

The Wisconsin Assembly has passed a series of bills aimed at rebranding the state’s Unemployment Insurance program to Remployment Assistance program. The initiative is driven by …

14 Proposed Legislations Aim to Overturn Paid Family and Medical Leave

14 Proposed Legislations Aim to Overturn Paid Family and Medical Leave

Navigating California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) can sometimes be a daunting task, particularly when looking for specific resources relating to unemployment …

Prosecutors Announce a 10-Year Prison Sentence for Putnam County Man Over Unemployment Fraud

Prosecutors Announce a 10-Year Prison Sentence for Putnam County Man …

The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California offers a wide range of services that include Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family Leave …

Slight Decrease Noted in Local Unemployment Rates

Slight Decrease Noted in Local Unemployment Rates

Facing challenges while trying to contact the Employment Development Department (EDD) can feel daunting, especially when you’re dealing with the stress of unemployment or …

Possible Delays for Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Due to Proposed Changes

Possible Delays for Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Due …

Maine’s paid family and medical leave program could potentially face continuation delays and reshape due to new bills that lawmakers are considering. Among the proposals are …

Understanding the Extension of Benefits Due to Increased Unemployment Rate in Massachusetts: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the Extension of Benefits Due to Increased Unemployment …

The unemployment benefit period in Massachusetts has been increased from the previous maximum of 26 weeks to 30 weeks for newly filed claims and eligible existing claimants. The …

Changes in SSDI Eligibility for 2025: Who Now Meets the Criteria?

Changes in SSDI Eligibility for 2025: Who Now Meets the Criteria?

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has enacted new rules for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in 2025. These changes to income thresholds and work history …

Delta Star's $35M Investment in Lynchburg to Create 300 Jobs Amid Growing Unemployment Concerns

Delta Star's $35M Investment in Lynchburg to Create 300 Jobs Amid …

Delta Star, a Lynchburg-based manufacturer of power transformers and mobile substations, has unveiled plans for a $35 million expansion of its East facility. This project will add …

Unemployment Rate in Hong Kong Remains at 3.2% Despite Increases in Certain Sectors

Unemployment Rate in Hong Kong Remains at 3.2% Despite Increases in …

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) is a state-run agency that administers services like Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family …

March Report Indicates Decrease in Unemployment

March Report Indicates Decrease in Unemployment

The unemployment rate in Bartholomew County decreased over the last month, positioned below both the national and state averages. Bartholomew County’s jobless rate was recorded at …

Job Fair to be Held in Clark County Amidst Record National Unemployment Rate

Job Fair to be Held in Clark County Amidst Record National …

Nevada currently has the highest unemployment rate in the United States, reported at 5.7%. Nevertheless, local authorities are making diligent efforts to turn this around by …

Springfield's Unemployment Rate Triggers 30-Week Extension of State Benefits

Springfield's Unemployment Rate Triggers 30-Week Extension of State …

Massachusetts is extending the duration for collecting unemployment benefits to 30 weeks, a move brought about by the rising average jobless rate in the Springfield metropolitan …

Nevada Unemployment Rate Drops Marginally, Yet Maintains Highest in the Nation at 5.7%

Nevada Unemployment Rate Drops Marginally, Yet Maintains Highest in …

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers a variety of services to residents of the state. These services include administering unemployment insurance, …

Efforts Underway to Undermine Maine's New Paid Family Leave Law

Efforts Underway to Undermine Maine's New Paid Family Leave Law

Maine legislators scrutinized more than a dozen bills on Wednesday that aimed to amend, delay, or repeal the state’s new paid family and medical leave program. The broad-based …

Exploring the Life and Legacy of Edward Edd Lee Cook

Exploring the Life and Legacy of Edward Edd Lee Cook

Edward Lee “Edd Cook, aged 78, was born on February 15, 1947 in Madison, Indiana. Son of Oscar D. and Lola Beatrice (Edwards) Cook, he graduated from Vevay High School in 1965 …

Unemployment Reforms Approved by Wisconsin Assembly

Unemployment Reforms Approved by Wisconsin Assembly

When it comes to contacting the California Employment Development Department - EDD, the process can seem confusing. The first action to take is to identify what department …

Displaced Workers Face Challenges in Accessing Unemployment Benefits

Displaced Workers Face Challenges in Accessing Unemployment Benefits

Navigating the path to unemployment benefits can be a daunting task. In California, the Employment Development Department (EDD) is in charge of managing the disbursement of …

Understanding Eligibility for Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income

Understanding Eligibility for Social Security Disability and …

With the growing demand for customer service regarding unemployment benefits, it’s essential to know how to successfully reach a representative. The EDD (Employment Development …

When Will California's New Law Granting Early Paid Leave Application for New Parents Take Effect?

When Will California's New Law Granting Early Paid Leave Application …

The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California is responsible for administering the Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family Leave (PFL), and …

Major Policy Shift: India to Commence Monthly Unemployment Data Release from May 15

Major Policy Shift: India to Commence Monthly Unemployment Data …

Unemployment benefits are mandated by the California Employment Development Department (EDD). However, reaching EDD customer service for concerns and queries can be a significant …

Potential Loss of Federal Jobs in Shasta, Siskiyou Due to Trump Administration's DOGE Cuts

Potential Loss of Federal Jobs in Shasta, Siskiyou Due to Trump …

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a California state agency that provides a variety of services to businesses, employees, and job seekers. The EDD administers several …

When to Expect Your Social Security Disability Insurance Payment in April 2025?

When to Expect Your Social Security Disability Insurance Payment in …

The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California is the state’s agency for handling unemployment insurance benefits, workforce investment, and state disability insurance. …

Edd Straw's Driver Rankings for the 2025 F1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Edd Straw's Driver Rankings for the 2025 F1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) can often be a daunting task due to high call volumes and overwhelmed customer service lines. Fortunately, there are several …

2024 Unemployment Rates Surge in All Kentucky Counties; Kenton and Boone Report Lowest at 4.5 Percent

2024 Unemployment Rates Surge in All Kentucky Counties; Kenton and …

According to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), annual unemployment rates increased in all 120 counties in Kentucky in 2024. The county of Woodford recorded the lowest …

March Records Second Consecutive Monthly Drop in North Bay Unemployment Rates

March Records Second Consecutive Monthly Drop in North Bay …

The unemployment rates in the North Bay region have seen consecutive decreases across all six counties, according to data released by the state. Marin County recorded the lowest …

LIMRA Reports: Record-Breaking Workplace Life Insurance Sales for the 4th Year in a Row

LIMRA Reports: Record-Breaking Workplace Life Insurance Sales for the …

Workplace benefits sales, including life insurance, disability insurance and supplemental health products, increased for the fourth consecutive year, according to LIMRA’s surveys …

The Next Government Must Tackle These Three Major Disability Issues

The Next Government Must Tackle These Three Major Disability Issues

The lack of attention given to issues concerning disability and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) during recent elections has left the disabled community feeling …

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