Colorado Resident Admits to Committing Identity Theft on the Deceased for Unemployment Benefits

Colorado Resident Admits to Committing Identity Theft on the Deceased …

January 29, 2024
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser has announced that a Colorado man will spend three years in prison for fraud and identity theft. Ryan Gerald Garbiso illicitly claimed …
2023 State Unemployment Benefits: Tax Statements Released by North Carolina

2023 State Unemployment Benefits: Tax Statements Released by North …

January 29, 2024
The N.C. Division of Employment Security announced that those who received unemployment benefits in 2023 can now download their 1099-G tax statements through their online account. …
Kentucky House under Republican Control Approves Bill for More Accessible Paid Family Leave

Kentucky House under Republican Control Approves Bill for More …

January 29, 2024
If you have questions related to your unemployment benefits, disability claims or paid family leave, contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California is often …
Projected Disability Benefits to Reach 853,000 Recipients this Year

Projected Disability Benefits to Reach 853,000 Recipients this Year

January 29, 2024
The Dutch benefits agency, UWV, anticipates an upsurge in the number of people receiving temporary or permanent disability benefits. The number of recipients is projected to rise …
Over 3,000 Michigan Residents to Receive Reimbursements after False Unemployment Fraud Accusations

Over 3,000 Michigan Residents to Receive Reimbursements after False …

January 29, 2024
A class action lawsuit against Michigan’s unemployment agency has been concluded with the approval of a $20 million settlement. The case was brought about due to claims that …
Edd China's Perspective on Mike Brewer's Hosting Style on 'Wheeler Dealers: A Pantomime Theory Revealed

Edd China's Perspective on Mike Brewer's Hosting Style on 'Wheeler …

January 29, 2024
Edd China, former host of Wheeler Dealers, has shared his perspective on why his co-host Mike Brewer receives negative comments from the show’s audience. China characterizes their …
The Dual Importance of Paid Family Leave for Employees and Employers

The Dual Importance of Paid Family Leave for Employees and Employers

January 28, 2024
Mike Morales, a crane operator and a unit recording secretary with United Steelworkers (USW) Local 13-227, was able to take paid time off for a medical procedure thanks to his …
Anticipated Updates and Possible Alterations to New York's Paid Family Leave in 2024

Anticipated Updates and Possible Alterations to New York's Paid Family …

January 28, 2024
The 2024 update for the NY PFL (Paid Family Leave) law includes several changes and potential additions. Under the law, eligible employees can receive up to 12 weeks of …
How to Claim Long-Term Disability Benefits for Anxiety: A Detailed, Step-By-Step Guide

How to Claim Long-Term Disability Benefits for Anxiety: A Detailed, …

January 28, 2024
Anxiety, a mental health condition, can be so severe it interferes with a person’s ability to work, leading to the need for long-term disability benefits. This article serves as a …
Paid Family Leave Notice Requirement Compliance Deadline for D.C. Employers is February 1

Paid Family Leave Notice Requirement Compliance Deadline for D.C. …

January 28, 2024
The D.C. Department of Employment Services (DOES) has issued a new Paid Family Leave notice/poster. It must be displayed prominently, such as in locations where employment-related …
Unveiling Ohio's Social Security Disability Approval Rate

Unveiling Ohio's Social Security Disability Approval Rate

January 28, 2024
The process of applying for Social Security Disability benefits in Ohio is a unique process for each applicant. Nevertheless, it’s helpful to have access to information about the …
Judge to Determine Legality of Oregon's Attempt to Reclaim Overpayments from Unemployed Individuals

Judge to Determine Legality of Oregon's Attempt to Reclaim …

January 28, 2024
Rowan Hayes received a letter on Dec. 6, 2023 from the Oregon Employment Department (OED), saying she was eligible for and would be refunded the unemployment benefits she paid back …
Mike Brewer of 'Wheeler Dealers' Reflects on his Last Meeting with Edd China and Shares Thoughts on Possible Reunion

Mike Brewer of 'Wheeler Dealers' Reflects on his Last Meeting with Edd …

January 27, 2024
Wheeler Dealers host Mike Brewer has revealed information about the last time he interacted with Edd China before their high-profile split in 2017. The television personalities …
Billionaire Bond Fund Manager Expresses Skepticism Over Unemployment Data

Billionaire Bond Fund Manager Expresses Skepticism Over Unemployment …

January 27, 2024
In 2024, DoubleLine Capital CEO Jeffrey Gundlach questioned the validity of state unemployment numbers claiming they were hard to believe. During an interview on “Making Money with …
California Employment Development Department Recalls Employees to Office with Minimal Exceptions

California Employment Development Department Recalls Employees to …

January 27, 2024
Contacting Employement Development Department (EDD), California’s largest tax department, can often seem like a complex task due to its broad services and responsibilities. EDD …
Larry's Legal Minimum Wage of $4.20 in Australia: Insufficient for a Livable Income

Larry's Legal Minimum Wage of $4.20 in Australia: Insufficient for a …

January 27, 2024
People with intellectual disabilities earn hourly wages in Australia that often don’t cover travel costs to work. The issue arises from the country’s supported wage system, …
Renowned Autism Specialist Collaborates to Revolutionize Australia's Education System

Renowned Autism Specialist Collaborates to Revolutionize Australia's …

January 27, 2024
The federal government of Australia is taking steps to improve the education system for students with disabilities, who make up nearly a quarter of all students. Autism expert, …
How PA ABLE Can Help Disabled Pennsylvanians Save $18,000

How PA ABLE Can Help Disabled Pennsylvanians Save $18,000

January 27, 2024
The PA Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program in Pennsylvania allows residents with qualified disabilities to save up to $18,000 a year tax-free. The program, which has …
Wheeler Dealers Star Emotional Over Edd China's Departure, Claims Exploitation

Wheeler Dealers Star Emotional Over Edd China's Departure, Claims …

January 26, 2024
Wheeler Dealers host Mike Brewer claimed feeling hurt and used by Edd China, his former co-host, after their separation seven years ago. Brewer stated, after co-presenting Wheeler …
Program Initiated by LCES and SES to Support Students with Disabilities

Program Initiated by LCES and SES to Support Students with …

January 26, 2024
The Bulloch County Board of Education held a work session on Thursday, January 25. The chairwoman, Elizabeth Williams, and the superintendent, Charles Wilson, were both in …
Contemplation of Paid Family Medical Leave for Almost Every New Mexican Worker by Legislators

Contemplation of Paid Family Medical Leave for Almost Every New …

January 26, 2024
Original: It was a sunny day when John decided to visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. John, who is a firefighter, has always loved art and wishes to pursue …
US Labor Official Applauded by CT Leaders for Positive Impact of Paid Leave Program: 'This was a Godsend'

US Labor Official Applauded by CT Leaders for Positive Impact of Paid …

January 26, 2024
Applying for unemployment benefits can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not familiar with the process. You’ll need to contact the Employment Development Department (EDD) to …
Exploring the Variations in State Unemployment Rates: A Study

Exploring the Variations in State Unemployment Rates: A Study

January 26, 2024
WalletHub has released an updated ranking of unemployment rates by state, featuring a Q&A with WalletHub analyst Cassandra Happe. Comparing data from all 50 states and the District …
California Department of Economic Development Mandates Return to Office for Employees with Minimal Exceptions

California Department of Economic Development Mandates Return to …

January 26, 2024
Civil servants for the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California have recently received return-to-office orders. Workers will be required to work from the office twice …
Overcoming the Stereotypes Surrounding Unemployment

Overcoming the Stereotypes Surrounding Unemployment

January 26, 2024
The 2024 elections have drawn attention to the puzzling scenario of American economic anxiety, despite positive indicators such as low unemployment rates and declining inflation. …
Renewed Efforts by Parents and Advocates for Paid Family Leave in Virginia

Renewed Efforts by Parents and Advocates for Paid Family Leave in …

January 26, 2024
Chrischa Ives, a resident of Virginia Beach, is pushing state legislators to consider a paid family leave program. Ives, who recently lost her daughter to a rare medical condition, …
OneOp Webinar on Feb 7: A Closer Look at Social Security Disability Benefits

OneOp Webinar on Feb 7: A Closer Look at Social Security Disability …

January 25, 2024
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and OneOp will conduct a webinar on Social Security and disability benefits on Feb. 7. OneOp is a digital platform for professionals …
CT Leaders Express Gratitude for the Positive Impacts of Paid Leave Program with US Labor Official: A True Godsend!

CT Leaders Express Gratitude for the Positive Impacts of Paid Leave …

January 25, 2024
Unemployment Benefit in California California is one the states providing unemployment benefits to individuals who have lost their jobs due to no fault of their own, and are …
SC House Progresses Legislation to Restrict Unemployment Benefits and Link Them to Unemployment Rate

SC House Progresses Legislation to Restrict Unemployment Benefits and …

January 25, 2024
South Carolina is currently debating a bill that would link the state’s maximum unemployment insurance benefit to the current economic state. The South Carolina House of …
Understanding Bipolar as a Disability: Eligibility Criteria and Claim Process

Understanding Bipolar as a Disability: Eligibility Criteria and Claim …

January 25, 2024
Bipolar disorder, characterized by significant shifts in mood, energy and activity levels, can greatly impact a person’s day-to-day functioning and ability to work. Different …
QCA Creates New Jobs Despite Slight Rise in Unemployment in 2023

QCA Creates New Jobs Despite Slight Rise in Unemployment in 2023

January 25, 2024
The Quad Cities added more jobs in 2023 and saw only a slight increase in unemployment claims, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the …
Top 10 States Where Your SSI Disability Checks Stretch the Most

Top 10 States Where Your SSI Disability Checks Stretch the Most

January 25, 2024
Social Security, while mainly associated with retirement benefits, also provides Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). SSI provides …
Technological Progress in Disability Insurance Industry Amid Rising Global Chronic Disease Rates

Technological Progress in Disability Insurance Industry Amid Rising …

January 25, 2024
Dublin, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – ResearchAndMarkets.com has added a new report Disability Insurance Global Market Report 2024 to its offering. This report examines the …
Weekly Unemployment Claims in the U.S. Rise to 214,000

Weekly Unemployment Claims in the U.S. Rise to 214,000

January 25, 2024
(RTTNews) - According to a report by the Labor Department, first-time claims for U.S. unemployment benefits increased more than expected in the week ended January 20th. The …
Progress Made in the Roundhouse on Paid Family and Medical Leave Bill

Progress Made in the Roundhouse on Paid Family and Medical Leave Bill

January 25, 2024
House Bill 6, which would provide up to 12 weeks paid medical and family leave to most employees, progressed in the New Mexico legislature on Jan. 24. Democratic lawmakers noted …
Top Disability Insurance Companies for Income Replacement in Case of Illness or Injury

Top Disability Insurance Companies for Income Replacement in Case of …

January 25, 2024
Disability insurance is a useful financial safeguard for those faced with a major illness or injury that prevents them from working. It is particularly beneficial for those in …
Paid Family Medical Leave Act Reintroduced by New Mexico Legislators

Paid Family Medical Leave Act Reintroduced by New Mexico Legislators

January 24, 2024
If you’re dealing with Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family Leave (PFL), or any related issues in the state of California, you need to know how to …
Addressing Discrimination Against Disabled Travelers: Necessary Changes and Ways to Voice Concerns

Addressing Discrimination Against Disabled Travelers: Necessary …

January 24, 2024
Navigating the complexities of the unemployment process can be problematic, to say the least. However, getting in touch with the appropriate institutions can alleviate the stress …
Four New Year’s Resolutions for Individuals with Disabilities in 2024

Four New Year’s Resolutions for Individuals with Disabilities in 2024

January 24, 2024
In an attempt to elevate disability life and culture, it offers some suggestions for actionable changes for the disabled community in the year 2024. It highlights the importance of …
Maui County Council’s Proposal for Paid Family Leave Presented by State Legislature

Maui County Council’s Proposal for Paid Family Leave Presented by …

January 24, 2024
Maui County Councilmember Gabe Johnson has announced the introduction of state legislation that seeks to mandate access to paid family leave for state and county employees. Johnson …
Navigating Retirement: A Guide to Overcoming Unemployment and Understanding Social Security

Navigating Retirement: A Guide to Overcoming Unemployment and …

January 24, 2024
The fluctuations in job market affect workers of all ages, but for those nearing retirement, it particularly impacts their financial circumstances. Understanding the intertwining …
Issues of Big Money in the Unemployment Fund: An Alternative Perspective

Issues of Big Money in the Unemployment Fund: An Alternative …

January 24, 2024
The state Employment Development Department experienced a significant managerial failure when millions of Californians lost their jobs due to COVID-19 shutdowns ordered by Gov. …
Addressing Discrimination Against Disabled Travellers: Necessary Changes and Effective Complaint Methods

Addressing Discrimination Against Disabled Travellers: Necessary …

January 23, 2024
Australia’s former disability discrimination commissioner, Graeme Innes, has reached a settlement with Adelaide Airport after lodging a complaint with the Human Rights Commission. …
Rising Unemployment Rates in the Southern Tier: New Data from the Department of Labor

Rising Unemployment Rates in the Southern Tier: New Data from the …

January 23, 2024
The New York State Department of Labor has released its latest statistics on unemployment rates across the state. The highest increase in unemployment was seen in Broome County, …
Soaring Unemployment Rates Conclude 2023

Soaring Unemployment Rates Conclude 2023

January 23, 2024
Preliminary data from the California Employment Development Department (EDD) reveals that the unemployment rate rose in Stanislaus and Merced counties. In Stanislaus County, the …
Unemployment Rates in Lima Remain Stable in December

Unemployment Rates in Lima Remain Stable in December

January 23, 2024
Unemployment rates stayed consistent in Allen and Auglaize counties in December compared to the previous month and were better than the 2022 rates, per the Ohio Department of Jobs …
Unemployment Rate in the Fort Wayne Area Rises to 2.5% Compared to Last Year

Unemployment Rate in the Fort Wayne Area Rises to 2.5% Compared to …

January 23, 2024
The unemployment rate in the Fort Wayne metro area was 2.5% last month, a slight increase from the 2.3% reported a year ago, according to preliminary data from the Indiana …
Senate Committee Approves Legislation Aiding Individuals Who Erroneously Received Unemployment Benefits

Senate Committee Approves Legislation Aiding Individuals Who …

January 23, 2024
Legislation designed to assist Virginian residents who have received overpayments from the Virginia Employment Commission has gained bipartisan approval from a Senate committee. …
December Sees Increase in Unemployment in Almost One-Third of US States

December Sees Increase in Unemployment in Almost One-Third of US …

January 23, 2024
Navigating the system and putting through claims related to State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family Leave (PFL), or unemployment can be confusing and stressful. Yet, …
Rise in Unemployment Rate in Whatcom County: 908 Additional Residents Jobless

Rise in Unemployment Rate in Whatcom County: 908 Additional Residents …

January 23, 2024
Whatcom County’s unemployment rate increased for the third month in a row last month, with more people unemployed in December than November. Whatcom County had a 5.1% unemployment …
Spike in Regional Unemployment Rate in December Due to Limited Seasonal Hiring

Spike in Regional Unemployment Rate in December Due to Limited …

January 23, 2024
The local unemployment rate in the Buffalo Niagara region rose to 4.5% in December, the highest level since February 2022, according to a report by the state Labor Department. The …
December Sees a Rise in Unemployment in Almost One Third of U.S States

December Sees a Rise in Unemployment in Almost One Third of U.S States

January 23, 2024
The December unemployment rates in 15 U.S. states increased from November according to a report released Tuesday. However, in a majority of states and in the District of Columbia, …
Slight Increase in Arkansas's Unemployment Rate to 3.4% in December

Slight Increase in Arkansas's Unemployment Rate to 3.4% in December

January 23, 2024
The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports that the state of Arkansas finished 2023 with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, identical to the rate at the start of the year. This figure …
Proposed Budget Suggests a Rise in Short-Term Disability Benefits

Proposed Budget Suggests a Rise in Short-Term Disability Benefits

January 23, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) oversees a variety of programs that provide financial assistance and support to people in need. It manages the state’s …
December Sees a Slight Increase in State Unemployment Rate to 3.4%

December Sees a Slight Increase in State Unemployment Rate to 3.4%

January 23, 2024
Arkansas’s unemployment rate increased slightly from 3.3% in November to 3.4% in December, according to the Arkansas Division of Workforce Services in collaboration with the Bureau …
Maryland's Unemployment Rate Increases Amidst Job Decline, Though Some Industries Continue to Grow

Maryland's Unemployment Rate Increases Amidst Job Decline, Though Some …

January 23, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics has released updated state jobs and unemployment data for Maryland. According to the preliminary survey data, Maryland’s …
Nevada's Unemployment Rate Remains Persistently High in December

Nevada's Unemployment Rate Remains Persistently High in December

January 23, 2024
Nevada’s unemployment rate remains stable with a continuously growing labor force, according to a new state report. The unemployment rate in Nevada was recorded at 5.4 percent in …
Efforts Underway to Establish Voluntary Paid Family Leave Insurance in Kentucky

Efforts Underway to Establish Voluntary Paid Family Leave Insurance in …

January 23, 2024
The Kentucky General Assembly is progressing with legislation that will establish voluntary paid family leave insurance in the state. The measure, currently before the full House, …
EDD's Planned Framework Could Boost the Growth of New Cultural Districts

EDD's Planned Framework Could Boost the Growth of New Cultural …

January 22, 2024
Austin, a city renowned for its music and arts, is planning to make cultural spaces more accessible by creating numerous cultural districts. Two city initiatives aim to simplify …
Central Oregon's Unemployment Rates Remain Steady

Central Oregon's Unemployment Rates Remain Steady

January 22, 2024
A hiring sign is displayed at a restaurant in Illinois. Across the three counties of Central Oregon, the unemployment rate for December remained relatively unchanged from November, …
Criticism Mounts Against Baby Clothing Firm Over Mishandling of Employee Maternity Leave

Criticism Mounts Against Baby Clothing Firm Over Mishandling of …

January 22, 2024
A children’s clothing brand, Kyte Baby, is under fire for rejecting an employee’s request to work remotely while her newborn son was treated in the intensive care unit. The issue …
Exploring the Life and Accomplishments of Deacon John J. (Jack) Kelly, EdD

Exploring the Life and Accomplishments of Deacon John J. (Jack) Kelly, …

January 22, 2024
Periods of snow are expected with temperatures steady in the low to mid 30s. Light and variable winds are anticipated, with a 90% chance of snowfall, resulting in about an inch of …
Ghanaian Times Editorial: The Crucial Role of Biz Box in Tackling Unemployment Issues

Ghanaian Times Editorial: The Crucial Role of Biz Box in Tackling …

January 22, 2024
The high unemployment rate within the country, particularly among the young population, has led to government action. The government has announced a project referred to as the …
Unemployment Rates in Central Oregon Remain Stable at Year-End; State's Benchmark Updates to Provide Clearer Outlook for 2023

Unemployment Rates in Central Oregon Remain Stable at Year-End; …

January 22, 2024
In December, seasonally adjusted unemployment rates continued to remain steady across Central Oregon, as per the report by the Oregon Employment Department. Additional …