South Carolina Legislator Strives to Extend Family Leave for State Employees

South Carolina Legislator Strives to Extend Family Leave for State …

December 20, 2024
The article focuses on a major challenge residents in the state of California often face – reaching the Employment Development Department (EDD), the agency responsible for …
Blog Article: November Sees a Decrease in County's Unemployment Rate - Report

Blog Article: November Sees a Decrease in County's Unemployment Rate - …

December 20, 2024
Inquiries about California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) benefits such as unemployment insurance, paid family leave (PFL), and state disability insurance (SDI) can be …
Unemployment Rates Rise in LA County, Fall in OC according to EDD Reports

Unemployment Rates Rise in LA County, Fall in OC according to EDD …

December 20, 2024
When it comes to contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California, the process can oftentimes be challenging and frustrating. Thousands of people relying on …
Despite National Rise, Arkansas Sustains 3.3% Unemployment Rate

Despite National Rise, Arkansas Sustains 3.3% Unemployment Rate

December 20, 2024
Arkansas’ unemployment rate remained steady at 3.3% in November 2024, consistent with trends over the past year. The national unemployment rate, however, increased slightly to 3.7% …
Rise in Pennsylvania's Unemployment Rate in November

Rise in Pennsylvania's Unemployment Rate in November

December 20, 2024
Unemployment rates have skyrocketed across the United States, with especially significant growth in California. These severe conditions make it crucial to understand how to get a …
Exploring the New Louisiana Laws Starting in 2025: Seafood Labeling, THC, Unemployment Benefits, and More

Exploring the New Louisiana Laws Starting in 2025: Seafood Labeling, …

December 20, 2024
On January 1, 2025, multiple new laws are set to take effect in Louisiana. Those laws impact different fields including unemployment benefits, seafood labeling, hemp-derived THC …
Connecticut's Family & Medical Leave Program Hit $1 Billion in Benefits Milestone

Connecticut's Family & Medical Leave Program Hit $1 Billion in …

December 20, 2024
The Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave program has successfully distributed one billion dollars in benefits since its inception three years ago. It is a significant …
CT's Family and Medical Leave Program Distributes Almost $1 Billion

CT's Family and Medical Leave Program Distributes Almost $1 Billion

December 20, 2024
The Paid Family and Medical Leave program in Connecticut, exemplifying Gov. Ned Lamont’s approach to supporting labor while maintaining fiscal conservatism, is closing its third …
Are You Eligible for the Unemployment Class Action Settlement That Ends Today?

Are You Eligible for the Unemployment Class Action Settlement That …

December 20, 2024
Many workers are often faced with the challenge of contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD), the Paid Family Leave (PFL), and the State Disability Insurance (SDI). …
US Jobless Claims Drop Significantly, Surpassing Expectations

US Jobless Claims Drop Significantly, Surpassing Expectations

December 19, 2024
Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), and the Paid Family Leave (PFL) can seem daunting. This article will discuss how to …
Almost $1B Awarded by Connecticut's Paid Family Leave Program

Almost $1B Awarded by Connecticut's Paid Family Leave Program

December 19, 2024
The state of Connecticut’s paid family and medical leave program has provided nearly $3 million in benefits over its three-year lifespan, according to an announcement made on …
Lamont Celebrates the Triumph of Paid Family and Medical Leave

Lamont Celebrates the Triumph of Paid Family and Medical Leave

December 19, 2024
The article ‘Understanding the Process of Unemployment Benefits in California’ explores the different avenues that jobless individuals in California can use to access their …
Officials Report Nearly $1B in Benefits Paid Out by CT's Family and Medical Leave Program

Officials Report Nearly $1B in Benefits Paid Out by CT's Family and …

December 19, 2024
Connecticut’s Paid Family and Medical Leave program has proved to be a valuable resource for workers, having disbursed nearly $1 billion in benefits since early 2022. A significant …
Do Family Caregivers Truly Desire Monetary Compensation?

Do Family Caregivers Truly Desire Monetary Compensation?

December 19, 2024
Family caregivers have clearly communicated their need for government support: they want cash. According to a new study conducted by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston …
November Unemployment Surge in Michigan due to Auto Industry Layoffs

November Unemployment Surge in Michigan due to Auto Industry Layoffs

December 19, 2024
Michigan’s unemployment rate increased to 4.8% in November due to layoffs in the automotive industry, according to data from the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and …
Getting to Know Edd China from Wheeler Dealers

Getting to Know Edd China from Wheeler Dealers

December 19, 2024
Edd China, widely recognized for his role on the motoring show Wheeler Dealers, garnered a significant fan following for his automotive expertise during his 13-year tenure on the …
Setback for Georgia's Economy in November with Job Losses

Setback for Georgia's Economy in November with Job Losses

December 19, 2024
The Georgia Department of Labor reported that job growth in the state took a hit last November, marking the most sluggish November hiring since 2010. Georgia historically …
220,000 First-Time Unemployment Claims Filed This Week: a Significant Decrease

220,000 First-Time Unemployment Claims Filed This Week: a Significant …

December 19, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California offers benefits programs to support the residents of the state who are unemployed or not able to work because of illness …
Are You Eligible for the Unemployment Class-Action Settlement That Ends Tomorrow?

Are You Eligible for the Unemployment Class-Action Settlement That …

December 19, 2024
Under California’s Employment Development Department (EDD), there are numerous programs aimed at supporting Californians during difficult times. They include State Disability …
Understanding Disability Insurance for Long-Term COVID Sufferers

Understanding Disability Insurance for Long-Term COVID Sufferers

December 19, 2024
The article discusses the issues faced by people with long COVID when applying for disability benefits from employers, insurance providers, and the U.S. Social Security …
US Unemployment Claims Drop Following Significant Increase

US Unemployment Claims Drop Following Significant Increase

December 19, 2024
An article primarily focusing on various ways and methods of getting in contact with the Employment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave (PFL), and State Disability …
Drop in US Unemployment Benefits Applications Following Last Week's Significant Surge

Drop in US Unemployment Benefits Applications Following Last Week's …

December 19, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) is a state government agency that provides a variety of services to job seekers in California. These services include …
Recent Surge in U.S. Unemployment Benefits Applications Declines

Recent Surge in U.S. Unemployment Benefits Applications Declines

December 19, 2024
The primary challenge in reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) is connecting to a live person. It can sometimes be a tedious exercise due to the high call …
Exploring the Square Mile with Edd Lees, Co-Founder of Wildfarmed

Exploring the Square Mile with Edd Lees, Co-Founder of Wildfarmed

December 18, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a department within the state government of California that provides a variety of services to jobless citizens including unemployment …
Bill Halting Cuts to Rail Unemployment Benefits Approved by Congress

Bill Halting Cuts to Rail Unemployment Benefits Approved by Congress

December 18, 2024
The U.S. Senate has recently passed a bill S1274, known as the Railroad Employee Equity and Fairness (REEF) Act. This significant piece of legislation looks to eliminate the …
Are You Eligible for the Unemployment Class-Action Settlement? Only 2 Days Left to Find Out!

Are You Eligible for the Unemployment Class-Action Settlement? Only 2 …

December 18, 2024
The deadline for claimants to opt into a $55 million class-action settlement concerning pandemic-era unemployment benefits seized by the state of Michigan is rapidly approaching. …
Navigating the Process of Reapplying for Social Security Disability Benefits

Navigating the Process of Reapplying for Social Security Disability …

December 18, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is an agency that manages unemployment and disability insurance for workers in California. This agency also provides paid family leave …
Rutgers Researchers Report an Increase in Paid Family Leave Usage in NJ

Rutgers Researchers Report an Increase in Paid Family Leave Usage in …

December 18, 2024
Navigating through state departments can be challenging, particularly those dealing with unemployment benefits and family leave. Let’s take California’s Employment Development …
State Representative Questions Payroll Tax for Paid Family and Medical Leave Scheme

State Representative Questions Payroll Tax for Paid Family and Medical …

December 17, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California provides vital services, including unemployment benefits, disability and family leave services to individuals residing in …
Are You Eligible for the Unemployment Class-Action Settlement? Deadline is Dec. 20!

Are You Eligible for the Unemployment Class-Action Settlement? …

December 17, 2024
When dealing with issues related to Employment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave (PFL), or State Disability Insurance (SDI), it can often be challenging and time …
Can Filing for Unemployment Impact Your Credit Score?

Can Filing for Unemployment Impact Your Credit Score?

December 17, 2024
Unemployment takes a toll not only on your income but also on your credit score. However, it’s essential to understand that filing for unemployment does not directly influence your …
Starbucks Expands Paid Leave Program, Includes Part-Time Baristas

Starbucks Expands Paid Leave Program, Includes Part-Time Baristas

December 17, 2024
Starbucks has recently introduced its improved parental leave policy, due for implementation in March 2025. This new policy boosts paid parental leave for US store partners who …
Proposed Paid Family Leave Bills Unveiled by Lawmakers

Proposed Paid Family Leave Bills Unveiled by Lawmakers

December 17, 2024
When it comes to your employment benefits or disability insurance in California, it can often be difficult to find the right resources or contact the right people for help. To …
Major Shift: New York Attorneys Anticipate Forthcoming Requirement for Employers to Offer Paid Prenatal Leave

Major Shift: New York Attorneys Anticipate Forthcoming Requirement for …

December 17, 2024
New York stands as the first state in the nation to implement a paid prenatal leave law which is slated to commence from Jan 1. This law mandates all employers to provide their …
Support from Caregivers for National Work-Family Policies

Support from Caregivers for National Work-Family Policies

December 17, 2024
American caregivers are largely in favor of work-family policies such as paid family leave and childcare subsidies, a fact that remains prevalent yet still underrepresented at a …
Latest Quarter Sees 0.7% Decrease in Scotland's Unemployment Rate

Latest Quarter Sees 0.7% Decrease in Scotland's Unemployment Rate

December 17, 2024
The unemployment rate in Scotland has seen a decrease of 0.7%, according to the most recent quarterly labour market statistics. The Office for National Statistics figures revealed …
Your 2024 Social Security Disability Insurance Check: What You Should Know

Your 2024 Social Security Disability Insurance Check: What You Should …

December 17, 2024
The primary topic of the original article revolves around the difficulties of getting in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California. Many Californians …
Stability of UK's Unemployment Rate at 4.3% in October

Stability of UK's Unemployment Rate at 4.3% in October

December 17, 2024
Understanding how to avail of benefits such as Paid Family Leave (PFL) and State Disability Insurance (SDI) can be challenging, especially with the onslaught of information …
Unemployment Rate in Hong Kong Remains at 3.1% from September to November

Unemployment Rate in Hong Kong Remains at 3.1% from September to …

December 16, 2024
The State of California provides several financial assistance programs for residents who are unemployed or unable to work due to disabilities or family care responsibilities. These …
Navigating Challenges in Sustainability: Edd Lees Highlights the Role of Resilience

Navigating Challenges in Sustainability: Edd Lees Highlights the Role …

December 16, 2024
You are presently accessing BusinessGreen through your Enterprise account. If you have an account already, please use the given link to sign in. If there are any issues with your …
Starbucks Extends Paid Parental Leave for Baristas to 18 Weeks: A Threefold Increase

Starbucks Extends Paid Parental Leave for Baristas to 18 Weeks: A …

December 16, 2024
Starbucks is enhancing its paid parental leave for in-store employees. As of March, birth parents will be lucky enough to receive 18 weeks of paid leave at 100% of their usual …
Extended Deadline for Disaster Unemployment Benefits in Tennessee Announced by FEMA

Extended Deadline for Disaster Unemployment Benefits in Tennessee …

December 16, 2024
The article discusses various political topics, such as President Donald Trump’s electoral victory, government trust, drone sightings, and FEMA disaster unemployment benefits. The …
Disagreements among Maine Legislators on Imminent Contributions to Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Disagreements among Maine Legislators on Imminent Contributions to …

December 16, 2024
Getting in contact with the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California can sometimes be a challenge. Many users have reported issues with the website and phone line, …
Essential Information as Unemployment Class Action Settlement Registration Deadline Approaches

Essential Information as Unemployment Class Action Settlement …

December 16, 2024
The EDD (Employment Development Department) offers quite convenient services for the employers and job seekers in California relating to unemployment, disability, workplace safety …
The Positive Impact of Paid Parental Leave on Families and Kentucky's Economy | Viewpoint

The Positive Impact of Paid Parental Leave on Families and Kentucky's …

December 16, 2024
Taking care of a newborn child can be both exciting and stressful for parents everywhere. This is particularly true in Kentucky where over 52,000 babies are born each year with …
Significant Changes in Connecticut Laws Effective Jan. 1: Paid Sick Leave, Cannabis Amendments and More

Significant Changes in Connecticut Laws Effective Jan. 1: Paid Sick …

December 16, 2024
The process of contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) can sometimes appear difficult but knowing the correct channels to approach them through could ease the …
Farewell to the $1,550 Monthly Social Security Disability Limit: Discover the New Amount for 2025

Farewell to the $1,550 Monthly Social Security Disability Limit: …

December 14, 2024
The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Social Security benefits in 2025. This annual increase applied to the amount given to …
State's Job Training Program Lauded as 'Very Successful' by EDD Secretary-Designate in Budget Presentation

State's Job Training Program Lauded as 'Very Successful' by EDD …

December 13, 2024
The Job Training Incentive Program has boosted 221 companies in training workers and interns in New Mexico, according to Rob Black, the Secretary-Designate of the New Mexico …
Supreme Court to Consider Catholic Charity Group's Appeal for Exemption from Wisconsin Unemployment Tax

Supreme Court to Consider Catholic Charity Group's Appeal for …

December 13, 2024
The article focuses on understanding the Employment Development Department(EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) in California. If you are searching …
Understanding the Potential Impacts of Michigan's Proposed Paid Family Leave on Employees and Businesses

Understanding the Potential Impacts of Michigan's Proposed Paid Family …

December 13, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California provides support to eligible workers who are unemployed or disabled. Through EDD, you can apply for Unemployment Insurance …
Kentucky State Employees to Receive Six Weeks Paid Leave, Announces Beshear

Kentucky State Employees to Receive Six Weeks Paid Leave, Announces …

December 13, 2024
The state of Kentucky is introducing an improved benefits package for its state employees, according to Gov. Andy Beshear. Effective in the Executive Branch, workers will be …
Paid Parental Leave to be Granted for Kentucky's Executive Branch Employees

Paid Parental Leave to be Granted for Kentucky's Executive Branch …

December 13, 2024
Kentucky state employees in the executive branch will soon qualify for paid family leave. These employees, who include those having a child via adoption, fostering, or birth, will …
Increased Unemployment Assistance May Soon Be Available for Michigan Residents

Increased Unemployment Assistance May Soon Be Available for Michigan …

December 13, 2024
The need to contact the Unemployment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave (PFL), or State Disability Insurance (SDI) can arise at any time. There could be queries …
Allegations Surface of Horry County Man Exploiting a Minor through Social Media

Allegations Surface of Horry County Man Exploiting a Minor through …

December 13, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers a variety of services to unemployed workers and those in need of temporary disability or Paid Family Leave (PFL) …
Increased Payroll Deductions Looming for California Workers

Increased Payroll Deductions Looming for California Workers

December 12, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers various assistance programs to support those affected by job loss or illness. These include Unemployment Insurance …
Washington Employment Security Requests Additional Funding for Paid Leave Program

Washington Employment Security Requests Additional Funding for Paid …

December 12, 2024
Unemployment in California is under the management of Employment Development Department (EDD). They provide various services including Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family Leave …
Allegations of Pandemic Unemployment & Loan Fraud Against Two Suffolk County Corrections Officers

Allegations of Pandemic Unemployment & Loan Fraud Against Two Suffolk …

December 12, 2024
Two corrections officers from the Suffolk Sheriff’s Department have been arrested on allegations of misuse of pandemic aid. Boston residents Christnel Orisca, 25, and Jasmine …
Updated Legislation Prohibits Employers from Forcing Pre-Use of Vacation Time Prior to Paid Family Leave Benefits

Updated Legislation Prohibits Employers from Forcing Pre-Use of …

December 12, 2024
The latest California law prohibits employers from necessitating employees to use their earned vacation before utilizing Paid Family Leave (PFL) benefits. Assembly Bill 2123, …
Kentucky Governor Introduces Paid Leave Policy for State Employees with a Newborn or Severe Health Condition

Kentucky Governor Introduces Paid Leave Policy for State Employees …

December 12, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is the department of the Californian government that provides services to people who have lost their jobs or suffered a disability that …
How the State will Soon Deduct More Money from California Workers' Paychecks

How the State will Soon Deduct More Money from California Workers' …

December 12, 2024
The State Disability Insurance (SDI) tax in California will witness an increase starting from January 2025. The Employment Development Department (EDD), which manages the program, …
Minor sexually exploited by North Myrtle Beach resident: Charges filed

Minor sexually exploited by North Myrtle Beach resident: Charges filed

December 12, 2024
A North Myrtle Beach man, George Conner Edd, has been apprehended and charged with a child sexual abuse material offense, as stated by the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office. …
Man from NMB Charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

Man from NMB Charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

December 12, 2024
Contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California can sometimes be a difficult task. However, the information provided in this article serves to simplify this …
Paid Parental Leave to be Granted for Executive Branch Employees in Kentucky

Paid Parental Leave to be Granted for Executive Branch Employees in …

December 12, 2024
Kentucky state employees serving in the executive branch are soon to become eligible for paid family leave, granting benefits to employees who have a child through adoption, foster …
242,000 First-Time Unemployment Claims Filed in the U.S. This Week

242,000 First-Time Unemployment Claims Filed in the U.S. This Week

December 12, 2024
Finding effective and efficient ways to contact departments of the state can sometimes feel like a maze. Whether it’s the Employment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave …