Feds Reveal $5 Million COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits Fraud Orchestrated by South Carolina Prison Inmates

Feds Reveal $5 Million COVID-19 Unemployment Benefits Fraud …

February 20, 2025
Managing an unemployment benefits account can often be quite tricky, especially amidst the confusion and upheaval brought about by the COVID pandemic. It’s crucial to know how to …
Is Your State Among the 9 with the Lowest Unemployment Rates?

Is Your State Among the 9 with the Lowest Unemployment Rates?

February 20, 2025
Unemployment benefits are a safety net for persons who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California offers services …
More Americans Filed Unemployment Claims Last Week, Albeit Layoffs are Still Low

More Americans Filed Unemployment Claims Last Week, Albeit Layoffs are …

February 20, 2025
The Labor Department stated that the number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits modestly increased in the last week, with the tally going up by 5,000 to reach 219,000 …
Detroit Local Convicted in Unemployment Fraud Scheme Spanning Multiple States during Pandemic

Detroit Local Convicted in Unemployment Fraud Scheme Spanning Multiple …

February 20, 2025
Navigating unemployment benefits and applications can be challenging, especially in a time like this when systems are overwhelmed by the number of claims. Connecting with the …
Report: Rising Costs and Complexity Challenge Compliance Professionals, AI Not a Sole Solution

Report: Rising Costs and Complexity Challenge Compliance …

February 20, 2025
If you’re trying to access California’s Employment Development Department (EDD), it can sometimes be a challenge to navigate their service, so understanding how to contact EDD …
Proposal for Paid Family and Medical Leave Progresses Despite Significant Opposition

Proposal for Paid Family and Medical Leave Progresses Despite …

February 20, 2025
The House Commerce and Economic Development Committee, chaired by Representative Doreen Gallegos, has narrowly voted to move forward a revamped version of the proposed House Bill …
A Small Increase in Unemployment Applications Among Americans, Yet Layoffs Stay Low

A Small Increase in Unemployment Applications Among Americans, Yet …

February 20, 2025
Many Americans filed for jobless benefits last week, indicating a slight increase in unemployment applications. The Labor Department noted a rise of 5,000 applications, bringing …
Thursday Update: Progress on the Revised Paid Family and Medical Leave Act and More Developments

Thursday Update: Progress on the Revised Paid Family and Medical Leave …

February 20, 2025
In New Mexico, the Senate Judiciary Committee approved a series of six bills designed to combat crime. Included in this package is House Bill 4, which provides more options for …
Understanding Unemployment Benefits for Dismissed Federal Employees in Oklahoma

Understanding Unemployment Benefits for Dismissed Federal Employees in …

February 20, 2025
The Department of Government Efficiency, in collaboration with President Donald Trump and advisor Elon Musk, is implementing measures to slim down the federal workforce. This has …
Prioritizing Families through Paid Family Leave

Prioritizing Families through Paid Family Leave

February 19, 2025
Montana families and employers are currently facing significant challenges. Families are struggling to dedicate quality time in welcoming new family members or caring for sick …
New Family and Medical Leave Proposal Gets Nod from House Committee

New Family and Medical Leave Proposal Gets Nod from House Committee

February 19, 2025
State lawmakers in New Mexico have unveiled a new paid family and medical leave proposal called the Welcome Child and Family Wellness Leave Act. According to the proposed …
Advancements in the Revised Paid Family and Medical Leave Act

Advancements in the Revised Paid Family and Medical Leave Act

February 19, 2025
Last Wednesday, the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee in New Mexico endorsed a bill to establish a paid family and medical leave program. The selective panel passed …
Understanding Unemployment Benefits for Dismissed Federal Employees in Florida: What We've Discovered

Understanding Unemployment Benefits for Dismissed Federal Employees in …

February 19, 2025
Struggling with unemployment can be tough, especially in California. Given the unanticipated layoffs and furloughs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are filing for …
Maryland's Department of Labor Proposes Postponement of Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Scheme

Maryland's Department of Labor Proposes Postponement of Paid Family …

February 19, 2025
In 2022, the Maryland Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program was enacted, which will eventually provide most Maryland employees with up to twelve weeks of paid family …
Survey Reveals Decrease in Unemployment Rates for Urban Women in Q3

Survey Reveals Decrease in Unemployment Rates for Urban Women in Q3

February 19, 2025
The National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) has released official data revealing a steady unemployment rate of 6.4 per cent for the October-December quarter. This rate remains …
Edd China from 'Wheeler Dealers' Devastated as an Error Leads to £800 Loss for the Team

Edd China from 'Wheeler Dealers' Devastated as an Error Leads to £800 …

February 19, 2025
The State Disability Insurance (SDI) of California includes an array of products designed to protect the income needs of California residents if they become unable to work due to a …
Understanding OASDI Taxes and Their Role in Funding Your Retirement

Understanding OASDI Taxes and Their Role in Funding Your Retirement

February 18, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) manages unemployment benefits and other services for millions of California citizens. Navigating the EDD services can seem daunting, but …
Exploring the Depths of Unemployment Rates

Exploring the Depths of Unemployment Rates

February 18, 2025
Customer service , especially in large institutions, can often be a daunting task. When it comes to the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California, many people face …
Receiving Your SSDI Payment Before the End of February: What to Expect

Receiving Your SSDI Payment Before the End of February: What to Expect

February 18, 2025
Navigating the bureaucracy of government benefits can be a daunting task for anyone. Whether you’re a Californian dealing with unemployment or utilising the state’s disability or …
USM Professor Advocates for Immediate Implementation of Paid Family Leave for State Employees

USM Professor Advocates for Immediate Implementation of Paid Family …

February 18, 2025
The issue of parental leave remains a contentious subject in the U.S, as is the topic on the Mississippi Today Ideas platform. While many industrialized countries offer …
Growing Dissatisfaction with Delayed Unemployment Benefits in Kentucky due to Outdated System and Staff Shortages

Growing Dissatisfaction with Delayed Unemployment Benefits in Kentucky …

February 18, 2025
Frustration among Kentucky residents seeking unemployment benefits continues to grow, as many face difficulties in contacting the overwhelmed state phone lines. The state still …
February 2025 Social Security Disability Insurance Update: Your Funds Are En Route

February 2025 Social Security Disability Insurance Update: Your Funds …

February 18, 2025
In California, the Department of Employment Development (EDD) provides a range of services, including unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and paid family leave benefits. …
Proposed Congressional Legislation to Increase Prosecutions of Unemployment Benefits Fraudsters

Proposed Congressional Legislation to Increase Prosecutions of …

February 18, 2025
An Illinois congressman is urging to pass a new law that would provide additional time to track down and prosecute those who conducted unemployment insurance fraud during the COVID …
Woman from Davenport Facing Charges for Unemployment Fraud

Woman from Davenport Facing Charges for Unemployment Fraud

February 18, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a vital resource for people seeking information and assistance about California’s unemployment benefits, State Disability Insurance …
Extended Deadlines for FEMA and Disaster Unemployment Assistance for Residents Affected by Helene

Extended Deadlines for FEMA and Disaster Unemployment Assistance for …

February 18, 2025
Residents of Western North Carolina affected by Tropical Storm Helene have been granted additional time to apply for FEMA Assistance and Disaster Unemployment Assistance, with …
PLFS Data Reveals Steady Urban Unemployment Rate of 6.4% in Q3FY25

PLFS Data Reveals Steady Urban Unemployment Rate of 6.4% in Q3FY25

February 18, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California provides various services including unemployment insurance, disability insurance, Paid Family Leave (PFL), and workforce …
NSSO Reports a Decrease to 6.4% in Urban Unemployment Rate for December Quarter

NSSO Reports a Decrease to 6.4% in Urban Unemployment Rate for …

February 18, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) plays an essential role for Californian residents by providing a variety of support services. These services include Unemployment …
Fourth-Quarter Unemployment Rate in South Africa Sees Slight Decrease

Fourth-Quarter Unemployment Rate in South Africa Sees Slight Decrease

February 18, 2025
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) manages the state’s disability insurance and paid family leave (PFL) programs among others. Still, contacting the department …
Fourth Quarter Sees Slight Dip in SA Unemployment Rate to 31.9%

Fourth Quarter Sees Slight Dip in SA Unemployment Rate to 31.9%

February 18, 2025
South Africa’s unemployment rate has fallen marginally by 0.2 percent in the last three months of the previous year. The official unemployment rate now lies at 31.9%. The Quarterly …
Unanticipated Wage Increase Despite Steady Unemployment Rates

Unanticipated Wage Increase Despite Steady Unemployment Rates

February 18, 2025
Interactions with the California Employment Development Department (EDD) can sometimes be challenging, primarily when dealing with issues related to unemployment, State Disability …
A Slight Drop in South Africa's Unemployment Rate to 31.9% in the Fourth Quarter

A Slight Drop in South Africa's Unemployment Rate to 31.9% in the …

February 18, 2025
Getting in touch with California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a bit tricky. You can certainly get through to them, but it might require some effort, patience, …
Unemployment Data Forecast Leads to Weakening of the South African Rand

Unemployment Data Forecast Leads to Weakening of the South African …

February 17, 2025
In California, contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a challenging task. However, there are various ways to reach this particular department, which provides …
Unemployment Rate in Hong Kong Remains Stable at 3.1% from November 2024 to January 2025

Unemployment Rate in Hong Kong Remains Stable at 3.1% from November …

February 17, 2025
The article’s main subject dwells on the various ways to contact Employment Development Department (EDD) in California. There are different methods that one can consider in order …
Why are Few People in Texas Utilizing Paid Family Leave?

Why are Few People in Texas Utilizing Paid Family Leave?

February 17, 2025
The state of Texas doesn’t have a mandatory paid parental leave law for employers, but an insurance model plan allowing businesses to purchase insurance to cover paid time off for …
Celebrating 75 Years of Service, Selection, and Value: Insights from the Owner of Price Stores

Celebrating 75 Years of Service, Selection, and Value: Insights from …

February 17, 2025
Price Stores, a well-reputed store in the Dayton-area historically renowned for providing high-quality men’s wear, is observing its 75th anniversary. The store originally opened …
Individual Admits to Swindling EDD without Any Contestation

Individual Admits to Swindling EDD without Any Contestation

February 17, 2025
Navigating through unemployment can be a daunting task in the United States, and it can be even more challenging to find the appropriate way to contact its various departments. In …
Determining Your SSDI Work Credit Requirements for Eligibility in 2025

Determining Your SSDI Work Credit Requirements for Eligibility in 2025

February 17, 2025
Dealing with unemployment in California entails interacting with various governmental departments. Two programs, EDD and PFL, serve as primary sources of financial assistance. EDD …
Warning to All Petrol and Diesel Vehicle Owners: Wheeler Dealers Highlight Damage Issues

Warning to All Petrol and Diesel Vehicle Owners: Wheeler Dealers …

February 16, 2025
Edd China, a former presenter on the popular car restoration series Wheeler Dealers, issued a warning to motorists about potential damage that could result from problems with an …
Ranking: The Cities and Counties in Virginia with the Highest Unemployment Rates

Ranking: The Cities and Counties in Virginia with the Highest …

February 16, 2025
Understanding the basics of navigating the California Employment Development Department (EDD) can be tricky, but it is crucial if you want to make sure you are receiving the …
Rising Unemployment in Washington D.C. amid Trump and Musk's Government Downsizing Initiatives

Rising Unemployment in Washington D.C. amid Trump and Musk's …

February 15, 2025
The ongoing pandemic has significantly impacted the way businesses operate, leading to an increased reliance on unemployment insurance benefits and services offered by the …
Joblessness Soars in Washington, D.C. amidst Government Downsizing Efforts by Trump and Musk

Joblessness Soars in Washington, D.C. amidst Government Downsizing …

February 15, 2025
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) is instrumental in providing state programs to the workers of California. The popular programs offered include Disability …
UConn Employees Pursue Extension of Paid Family Leave

UConn Employees Pursue Extension of Paid Family Leave

February 15, 2025
Professors, faculty and staff members at the University of Connecticut (UConn) are pushing for an expanded policy on paid leave. At a recent news conference held at UConn’s Storrs …
When Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer Last Encountered Edd China in a Paris Hotel

When Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer Last Encountered Edd China in a …

February 14, 2025
Mike Brewer, a presenter of the show Wheeler Dealers, has discussed his final meeting with his former co-presenter Edd China. Their partnership on the classic car TV show lasted …
Senate Approves Paid Leave Bill That Covers Teachers

Senate Approves Paid Leave Bill That Covers Teachers

February 14, 2025
State employees in Mississippi, including public school and community college teachers, could have the opportunity for six weeks of paid parental leave under a bill that passed the …
State Officials Suggest Postponing Paid Family Leave amidst Federal Uncertainties - Yet Again

State Officials Suggest Postponing Paid Family Leave amidst Federal …

February 14, 2025
When contacting the California Employment Development Department (EDD), there are several options you can choose from. Hundreds of thousands of Californians use the EDD to apply …
What Effect Will Trump Administration's Federal Layoffs Have on the Valley Workforce?

What Effect Will Trump Administration's Federal Layoffs Have on the …

February 14, 2025
Labor market experts are keeping a close eye on the potential effects of the Trump administration’s mass layoffs of government workers. Steven Gutierrez, a Fresno-based consultant …
Why is Texas' Paid Family Leave Plan Underutilized?

Why is Texas' Paid Family Leave Plan Underutilized?

February 14, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a vital resource for California residents. It provides a range of services, including unemployment insurance, disability insurance, …
Sacramento Woman Admits to Identity Theft and Fabricating Jobs for EDD Fraud Scheme

Sacramento Woman Admits to Identity Theft and Fabricating Jobs for EDD …

February 14, 2025
California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) offers numerous services which help people who have lost their jobs to receive financial assistance, help to find a new job, or …
Why Hawaiʻi Businesses Should Start Considering Paid Family and Medical Leave

Why Hawaiʻi Businesses Should Start Considering Paid Family and …

February 14, 2025
Paid family and medical leave are regularly met with exasperation when brought up with businesses, due to perceived added labor-related costs to their company’s bottom line. …
Unemployment Rate in China Remains 'Stable,' Yet Job Seekers are Still Pessimistic

Unemployment Rate in China Remains 'Stable,' Yet Job Seekers are Still …

February 13, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is California’s largest tax collection agency, which also manages the audit and collection of payroll taxes, and maintains employment …
Why Most Texas Parents Struggle to Obtain Paid Family Leave - A Comprehensive Guide

Why Most Texas Parents Struggle to Obtain Paid Family Leave - A …

February 13, 2025
Navigating the California Employment Development Department (EDD) system can be a tedious endeavor. Whether you’re unemployed, attempting to receive Paid Family Leave (PFL), or …
Texas' Proposal for Extended Family Leave Finds Little Enthusiasm Among Employers

Texas' Proposal for Extended Family Leave Finds Little Enthusiasm …

February 13, 2025
In our current economy, many individuals may need to understand the process for receiving unemployment benefits or accessing other services such as State Disability Insurance (SDI) …
Understanding the Challenges of Accessing Paid Family Leave for Texas Parents

Understanding the Challenges of Accessing Paid Family Leave for Texas …

February 13, 2025
Navigating through the California Employment Development Department (EDD) system can be an arduous task. Whether you are trying to file a claim, inquire about a claim status, …
Boston Female Receives Sentence for Involvement in Large-Scale COVID Unemployment Fraud Scheme

Boston Female Receives Sentence for Involvement in Large-Scale COVID …

February 13, 2025
A woman based in Boston was given a sentence on Tuesday for her fraudulent acquisition of approximately $18,750 from pandemic relief funds, a part of a larger racketeering scheme. …
Canadian Tire Expresses Worries About Unemployment as the Biggest Issue Linked to Tariffs

Canadian Tire Expresses Worries About Unemployment as the Biggest …

February 13, 2025
Customers often face difficulties when attempting to contact EDD, SDI, or PFL for their inquiries or to process claims. These three state-run programs, Employment Development …
Hawai‘i Shows Massive Backing for Paid Family and Medical Leave, According to Survey

Hawai‘i Shows Massive Backing for Paid Family and Medical Leave, …

February 13, 2025
The majority of Hawaii residents are in favor of implementing a paid family and medical leave program, according to a recent survey commissioned by HCAN Speaks! Nearly 90% of those …
Ohio Court Mandates Retrieval of $900M in Unused Federal Unemployment Funds

Ohio Court Mandates Retrieval of $900M in Unused Federal Unemployment …

February 13, 2025
In 2021, Gov. Mike DeWine of Ohio declined a federal offer of $900 million in unemployment funds during the pandemic. Now, Franklin County Common Pleas Court Judge Michael Holbrook …
Featured Alumni: Dr. Tyiana Thompson, Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs & Marketing at Ivy Tech Community College

Featured Alumni: Dr. Tyiana Thompson, Vice-Chancellor of Student …

February 13, 2025
The effect of an EdD from WKU on my career has been significant. The program is structured around developing skills in leadership, specifically those related to organizational …
For the First Time in Weeks, Florida's Unemployment Claims Increase

For the First Time in Weeks, Florida's Unemployment Claims Increase

February 13, 2025
Florida’s unemployment claims have seen a small increase for the first time in nearly a month, according to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). For the week ending Feb. 8, 6,486 …
Ex-Arizona DES Workers Admit to Unemployment Fraud and Bribery Scandal

Ex-Arizona DES Workers Admit to Unemployment Fraud and Bribery Scandal

February 13, 2025
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers a variety of services to state residents, including Unemployment Insurance, Disability Insurance and Paid Family …
Safeguarding Your Future with Disability Insurance Against Unexpected Difficulties

Safeguarding Your Future with Disability Insurance Against Unexpected …

February 13, 2025
Navigating the uncertainties of life can be challenging, particularly when faced with potential illness or injury that can hinder your ability to work. Disability insurance can …
Innovative Programme Aims to Combat Unemployment by Targeting 400,000 Youth

Innovative Programme Aims to Combat Unemployment by Targeting 400,000 …

February 13, 2025
If you are currently unemployed in California or expecting to be soon, it is essential to understand how to contact edd. The California Employment Development Department (EDD) …
AIC's New Online Ed.D. Empowers Professionals to Lead Fearlessly in a World Full of Uncertainties

AIC's New Online Ed.D. Empowers Professionals to Lead Fearlessly in a …

February 12, 2025
This article is a comprehensive guide on the contact procedures of the Employment Development Department (EDD), its customer service, Paid Family Leave (PFL), and State Disability …
Reasons Behind the Lack of Usage of Texas's Paid Family Leave Plan: An Insight by Houston Chronicle

Reasons Behind the Lack of Usage of Texas's Paid Family Leave Plan: An …

February 12, 2025
While unemployment can be a challenging time, having access to key resources and knowing how to reach out effectively can help provide some relief. One such resource is …