How BGAP Ignites Employment Increase and Revenue Expansion in Charles County

How BGAP Ignites Employment Increase and Revenue Expansion in Charles …

December 12, 2024
State Disability Insurance (SDI) is a partial wage-replacement insurance plan for California workers. The program offers two forms of insurance, Disability Insurance (DI) and Paid …
Unexpected Increase in Unemployment Claims Last Week

Unexpected Increase in Unemployment Claims Last Week

December 12, 2024
With years of experience in financial and economic reporting, Diccon Hyatt has been diligently following the evolving economic conditions of the pandemic. One area of his keen …
CT Halts Payments to 6 Disability Pension Recipients for Non-Submission of Mandatory Forms

CT Halts Payments to 6 Disability Pension Recipients for …

December 12, 2024
The State Disability Insurance (SDI) program is part of the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California. It provides short-term disability insurance (DI) and Paid Family …
Extended Deterrence Dialogue between U.S. and Japan on December 12

Extended Deterrence Dialogue between U.S. and Japan on December 12

December 12, 2024
Navigating through the process of unemployment, disability, or paid family leave benefits can be daunting, especially when you’re already in an emotionally, physically, or …
Crafting Effective Paid Leave Plans for Your Workforce in 6 Easy Steps

Crafting Effective Paid Leave Plans for Your Workforce in 6 Easy Steps

December 12, 2024
In a world marked by political polarization, there remains one topic that a vast majority of Americans happen to agree upon: the necessity of paid leave. A 2022 Global Strategy …
Rise in Unemployment Rates in the Swift Current/Moose Jaw Region

Rise in Unemployment Rates in the Swift Current/Moose Jaw Region

December 12, 2024
The latest labor force survey from Stats Canada indicated an increase in the unemployment rate in Swift Current/Moose Jaw in November, now at 5.2%. This reflects a one percentage …
Extended Deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance in Illinois Counties Hit by Summer Storms, Announced by IDES

Extended Deadline for Disaster Unemployment Assistance in Illinois …

December 11, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is the department of the California’s state government that provides various services to job seekers, employers, and the unemployed in …
Michigan Senator Proposes Bill for Paid Family Leave to Facilitate Caregiving and Health-related Needs

Michigan Senator Proposes Bill for Paid Family Leave to Facilitate …

December 11, 2024
Michigan Democratic Senator Erika Geiss of Taylor is sponsoring legislation for a state-run program known as Family Leave Optimal Coverage (FLOC). FLOC aims to provide employees …
Australian Unemployment Hits 8-Month Low, Leading to Reduced Market Predictions for February Rate Cut

Australian Unemployment Hits 8-Month Low, Leading to Reduced Market …

December 11, 2024
Navigating through the various aspects of the California Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a complex task. The EDD provides a variety of services for job seekers and …
Updated Rules for Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program: An Overview by the Labor Department

Updated Rules for Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program: An …

December 11, 2024
The Maine Department of Labor (DOL) has finalized rules for the Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave Program (PFML) as of December 4, 2024. The move comes after the new law was …
Former Aryan Brotherhood Member, Now Life Coach, Convicted of EDD Fraud and Perjury in California

Former Aryan Brotherhood Member, Now Life Coach, Convicted of EDD …

December 11, 2024
The State of California recognizes that many employees have to take time off from work due to personal or family illness, or to welcome a new child into their family. They offer …
Exploring the Top 50 Rapidly Expanding Careers in New York for 2024 and their Respective Salaries

Exploring the Top 50 Rapidly Expanding Careers in New York for 2024 …

December 11, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers multiple services to citizens. These include unemployment insurance, disability insurance, paid family leave, and job …
Supreme Court Ruling Adds Complexity to Discussions on Paid Family Leave Bills Advancing to Senate Floor

Supreme Court Ruling Adds Complexity to Discussions on Paid Family …

December 11, 2024
The Senate Housing and Human Services Committee in Michigan is advancing a policy that would create state-level paid family leave. Led by Sen. Erika Geiss, Senate Bills 332 and 333 …
Application Deadline for Helene-Related Unemployment Benefits Extended

Application Deadline for Helene-Related Unemployment Benefits Extended

December 11, 2024
Residents in seven counties in North Carolina, including Forsyth, now have until Jan. 7 to apply for additional unemployment benefits related to Hurricane Helene. The U.S. Labor …
Government Initiates Grant Program to Boost Quantum Technology

Government Initiates Grant Program to Boost Quantum Technology

December 10, 2024
A new state program designed to advance quantum technologies has been unveiled in New Mexico. The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced the launch of the New …
Governor to Review Bill Proposing Unemployment Benefits Boost to $614 per Week

Governor to Review Bill Proposing Unemployment Benefits Boost to $614 …

December 10, 2024
In Lansing, Michigan, lawmakers have decided on legislation significantly boosting weekly unemployment benefits in the state. This piece of legislation, which now requires the …
Michigan Democrats and Business Groups Clash Over Progressing Family Leave Plan

Michigan Democrats and Business Groups Clash Over Progressing Family …

December 10, 2024
The Michigan Senate Democrats have previewed a bill offering a statewide family and medical paid leave policy. This policy, funded through workers’ and their employer’s …
Unemployment in Cleveland Drops Below 4% for the Third Time in the Last 25 Years

Unemployment in Cleveland Drops Below 4% for the Third Time in the …

December 10, 2024
Applying for unemployment benefits can be a daunting task, especially when dealing with government agencies like the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California. …
2026 Budget Increases and Strategic Priorities: Insights from New Mexico's Economic Development Department

2026 Budget Increases and Strategic Priorities: Insights from New …

December 10, 2024
Reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) can sometimes feel like a challenging task. With various programs and services in place, understanding how to connect …
Michigan State House Approves Bills to Increase Unemployment Benefits to $614 Weekly

Michigan State House Approves Bills to Increase Unemployment Benefits …

December 10, 2024
In Michigan, legislative efforts are underway to extend unemployment benefits, raising both the duration and amount of weekly payouts. The key bill, Senate Bill 40, recently …
Committee Gives Green Light to Paid Family and Medical Leave Bills

Committee Gives Green Light to Paid Family and Medical Leave Bills

December 10, 2024
Connecting with California Employment Development Department’s (EDD) customer service can be a daunting task. Prolonged waiting times and complicated procedures often make it …
December 2024 SSDI: Find Out When You'll Receive Your Check

December 2024 SSDI: Find Out When You'll Receive Your Check

December 10, 2024
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) checks for December 2024 are soon to be dispatched. The timetable of your payment depends on certain criteria; this article will …
Former Aryan Brotherhood Member Turned Life Coach Awaits Verdict in California EDD Fraud Trial

Former Aryan Brotherhood Member Turned Life Coach Awaits Verdict in …

December 9, 2024
Navigating California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a challenge. To contact EDD, follow the outlined steps. Visit the ‘Contact Us’ section on the official EDD …
Utilizing Social Security to Initiate or Resume Your Career

Utilizing Social Security to Initiate or Resume Your Career

December 9, 2024
The Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance benefits programs provide support to those who wish to start or return to work. There are two key programs …
Updated: New Yorkers Expecting a Baby to Receive Paid Prenatal Personal Leave Starting 2025

Updated: New Yorkers Expecting a Baby to Receive Paid Prenatal …

December 9, 2024
In April 2024, the New York State Legislature approved Governor Hochul’s Executive Budget for 2025 which extended the statewide Sick Leave Law. The adjusted law, effective from …
How Unemployment is Redefining Opportunities for African Americans

How Unemployment is Redefining Opportunities for African Americans

December 9, 2024
The U.S. job market continues to recover slowly, but not all groups are seeing the same levels of improvement. Black Americans are experiencing higher unemployment rates compared …
Understanding the Work of Beth Plachetka, LCSW, EDD

Understanding the Work of Beth Plachetka, LCSW, EDD

December 9, 2024
This article was about Safe Harbor Counseling, a local support organization in Sugar Grove, Illinois. Safe Harbor Counseling is located at 76 South Main Street Suite A, and its …
Will the Government Finally Repair the Faulty Unemployment Insurance System?

Will the Government Finally Repair the Faulty Unemployment Insurance …

December 9, 2024
California’s Unemployment Insurance system faced significant issues during both the Great Recession of 2007 and the COVID-19 pandemic. The tripling of unemployment benefits in 2001 …
Maine Implements Definitive Regulations for Paid Family and Medical Leave Scheme

Maine Implements Definitive Regulations for Paid Family and Medical …

December 8, 2024
Maine Department of Labor has officially approved the final rules for Maine’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Program. This law will provide up to 12 weeks of paid leave per year to …
Ensuring Job Security in California

Ensuring Job Security in California

December 8, 2024
Navigating through California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) can often be a tedious and time-consuming task. It’s important to remember that the EDD is a state agency, …
Black Women Most Impacted by Unemployment Surge as Job Market Slows Down

Black Women Most Impacted by Unemployment Surge as Job Market Slows …

December 7, 2024
In November, U.S. labor market data showed a significant rise in the unemployment rate for Black women. From 4.9% to 6%, the jobless rate for Black women increased more sharply …
Understanding the Taxation of Your Social Security Benefits: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the Taxation of Your Social Security Benefits: A …

December 7, 2024
As many who have attempted to access services provided by Employment Development Department (EDD) know, reaching the EDD customer service can be a challenging task. The …
45th Annual Farmworkers Appreciation Breakfast: A Heartfelt Thank You to California's Agricultural Workforce

45th Annual Farmworkers Appreciation Breakfast: A Heartfelt Thank You …

December 7, 2024
California employs approximately 800,000 migrant and seasonal farmworkers who are vital to the state’s economy. These farmworkers produce over 400 different agricultural …
Understanding Social Security's Trust Funds: Is Its Financing At Risk?

Understanding Social Security's Trust Funds: Is Its Financing At Risk?

December 7, 2024
Article: Navigating through various governmental sites and communications can often be tricky, especially when you’re dealing with important issues such as unemployment or …
Calexico Hosts Yearly Breakfast Event to Appreciate Farm Workers

Calexico Hosts Yearly Breakfast Event to Appreciate Farm Workers

December 6, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California, along with local volunteers, served breakfast to approximately 2,500 Imperial County agricultural workers on the morning …
Black Women Experience Over a Percentage Point Increase in Unemployment Rate in November

Black Women Experience Over a Percentage Point Increase in …

December 6, 2024
The overall unemployment rate in the United States saw a slight uptick last month, rising to 4.2% in comparison to October’s 4.1%, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor …
Recent Trends in Unemployment Rates

Recent Trends in Unemployment Rates

December 6, 2024
In the state of California, the Employment Development Department (EDD) manages and oversees unemployment benefits, disability insurance, and paid family leave. Contacting EDD …
State Employees' Paid Parental Leave Detailed in Latest Report

State Employees' Paid Parental Leave Detailed in Latest Report

December 6, 2024
The article primarily focuses on how to get a hold of the California Employment Development Department (EDD). The EDD provides services to individuals seeking unemployment …
Bice Proposes Legislation to Enhance Paid Family Leave for Armed Forces Families

Bice Proposes Legislation to Enhance Paid Family Leave for Armed …

December 6, 2024
Congresswoman Stephanie Bice and her Democratic colleague, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, have introduced the Protecting Military Parental Leave Evaluations Act with the aim of improving …
Texas Experiences Notable Drop in Unemployment Claims

Texas Experiences Notable Drop in Unemployment Claims

December 6, 2024
Unemployment claims in Texas are decreasing significantly. Email alerts are sent out once daily, only when there are new related items to report. It is advised to keep your browser …
Honoring Agriculture Workers at the 45th Annual Farmworker Appreciation Breakfast

Honoring Agriculture Workers at the 45th Annual Farmworker …

December 6, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) joined forces with local communities to organize the 45th Annual Farmworker Appreciation Breakfast. This event was held to convey …
Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.2%

Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.2%

December 6, 2024
If you’re trying to navigate the world of unemployment benefits, paid family leave, or disability insurance in California, the Employment Development Department (EDD) is the agency …
Michigan Senate Approves Extension of Unemployment Benefits to 26 Weeks

Michigan Senate Approves Extension of Unemployment Benefits to 26 …

December 6, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California provides a variety of services to individuals and businesses affected by COVID-19 in California. These programs include …
Increase in New York's Minimum Wage Starting January 1

Increase in New York's Minimum Wage Starting January 1

December 5, 2024
Navigating through the process of contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) or State Disability Insurance (SDI) can be tricky. Here are tips and directions to help you …
Understanding Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program: Essential Information You Should Know

Understanding Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program: Essential …

December 5, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers various services to the state’s residents. Navigating their system and understanding the information can be tough, …
New Research from Rutgers Reveals Increased Usage of Paid Family Leave in New Jersey

New Research from Rutgers Reveals Increased Usage of Paid Family Leave …

December 5, 2024
Rutgers School of Public Health recently studied the impacts of New Jersey’s expansion of the Family Leave Insurance (FLI) program in 2019 and 2020. Their research found that the …
Florida Democrat Advocates for Enhanced Paid Parental Leave for State Workers Once Again

Florida Democrat Advocates for Enhanced Paid Parental Leave for State …

December 5, 2024
State Disability Insurance (SDI) in California is a partial wage-replacement insurance system for eligible employees. This program is designed to help California workers who are …
First-Time Unemployment Benefits Filed by 224,000 Individuals

First-Time Unemployment Benefits Filed by 224,000 Individuals

December 5, 2024
If you’re struggling to connect with the necessary department of EDD (Employment Development Department), the following guide provides useful tips for quickly getting through to a …
The Employment Safety Net in California Remains Damaged

The Employment Safety Net in California Remains Damaged

December 5, 2024
To contact the Employment Development Department (EDD), it is recommended that you use their official website as a primary source of contact. Here, you can find resources and …
The Unemployment Rate in India Drops to 3.2% from 6% over the Past Seven Years

The Unemployment Rate in India Drops to 3.2% from 6% over the Past …

December 5, 2024
Navigating through bureaucratic processes can often be a tedious task. In this article, we will look into how you can go about contacting the Employment Development Department …
Maine Introduces New Paid Family and Medical Leave Program: Here are the Final Rules

Maine Introduces New Paid Family and Medical Leave Program: Here are …

December 5, 2024
The Maine Department of Labor has finalized the rules for the new paid family and medical leave program. Beginning from January 2023, employers and employees will contribute a …
Chinese Economist's Speech on Youth Unemployment and Economic Downturn Suppressed by Authorities

Chinese Economist's Speech on Youth Unemployment and Economic Downturn …

December 5, 2024
Gao Shanwen, a notable Chinese economist, had his speech warning against the lack of opportunities for young individuals and its impact on economic growth, removed from online …
Jason Lowit: How the Medical Leave Program Intensifies the Tax Burden for Citizens

Jason Lowit: How the Medical Leave Program Intensifies the Tax Burden …

December 4, 2024
Most working people in Maine can look forward to a decrease in their paychecks due to the new tax implemented by Gov. Janet Mills for the Maine Paid Family Medical Leave program. …
Maine Residents to Begin Contributing to State's New Paid Family Medical Leave Program Soon

Maine Residents to Begin Contributing to State's New Paid Family …

December 4, 2024
The process of reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California can sometimes be challenging. This is due to the high volume of inquiries they receive …
Triple Surge in Unemployment Rate in North Carolina's Heart amid Hurricane Helene Aftermath

Triple Surge in Unemployment Rate in North Carolina's Heart amid …

December 4, 2024
The State of California offers several support services for workers who are facing different situations. Two of the key resources include the State Disability Insurance (SDI) and …
Maine Establishes Regulations for Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Maine Establishes Regulations for Paid Family and Medical Leave …

December 4, 2024
The Maine Department of Labor has finalized the regulations for the state’s newly established paid family and medical leave program. From January 1, a 1% payroll tax will be …
Rules Finalized for Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Rules Finalized for Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

December 4, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California is a state department that offers various services related to employment. These range from unemployment insurance, …
Non-Profit CEO Admits to Fraudulently Claiming COVID Benefits, Previously Provided Mentoring to Public School Students

Non-Profit CEO Admits to Fraudulently Claiming COVID Benefits, …

December 4, 2024
A South Bay man, Reginald Foster Jr., admitted to fraudulent activities involving COVID-19 unemployment benefits in court recently. He used stolen identities to falsely apply for …
Analysis: A 2117% Increase in California Payroll Taxes Required to Rectify Insolvent Unemployment Situation

Analysis: A 2117% Increase in California Payroll Taxes Required to …

December 4, 2024
California’s Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) has determined that unemployment insurance taxes on businesses need to increase by 2117% to address the structural insolvency of the …
New York Leads the Nation by Implementing Paid Prenatal Care Leave for Pregnant Women

New York Leads the Nation by Implementing Paid Prenatal Care Leave for …

December 4, 2024
Governor Kathy Hochul recently embarked on a statewide campaign to promote awareness of New York’s paid prenatal leave policy, set to be implemented on January 1, 2025. This new …
Job Growth Witnessed in Only 6 of 15 Illinois Metro Areas in October

Job Growth Witnessed in Only 6 of 15 Illinois Metro Areas in October

December 4, 2024
The latest data reveals that only six out of the 15 most populated areas in Illinois reported job increases in October as the state eliminated 2,400 positions. The majority of …
Challenges Persist for California EDD in Delivering Benefits and Preventing Fraud

Challenges Persist for California EDD in Delivering Benefits and …

December 4, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) continues to face critical issues such as money disappearing from EDD debit cards and billions in unemployment debt. Workers …
Is There Any Hope for Repairing California's Broken Employment Safety Net?

Is There Any Hope for Repairing California's Broken Employment Safety …

December 4, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California administers the state’s unemployment insurance, disability insurance, paid family leave and other workforce services. If …
November Sees a 12.4% Year-on-Year Decrease in Unemployment

November Sees a 12.4% Year-on-Year Decrease in Unemployment

December 4, 2024
The Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) revealed a 12.4 per cent decrease in registered unemployment in November 2024 compared to the same period the previous year. The findings …