Recent Changes in Wage and Hour Law: Exploring Paid Leave under FMLA and Difficulties with Exempt Employee Status

Recent Changes in Wage and Hour Law: Exploring Paid Leave under FMLA …

January 21, 2025
In January 2025, there were two vital legal changes in wage and hourly rate aspects. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (WHD) issued an opinion letter stating …
January 2025 SSDI: Final Payments are on Their Way

January 2025 SSDI: Final Payments are on Their Way

January 21, 2025
Finding a way to contact the Employment Development Department (EDD), or get through to their customer service, can often seem like a daunting task. This can be particularly …
The Ongoing Battle: The Prospects of Paid Family and Medical Leave Legislation This Year

The Ongoing Battle: The Prospects of Paid Family and Medical Leave …

January 21, 2025
New Mexico lawmakers are advocating for the passage of the Paid Family and Medical Leave Act, which has failed to pass in previous rounds in the legislature. The law would allow …
Healey Administration Secures Agreement with Federal Officials for $2.5 Billion Unemployment Insurance Payments Bill

Healey Administration Secures Agreement with Federal Officials for …

January 21, 2025
The Massachusetts Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund has resolved a $2.5 billion liability it owed to the federal government. This was due to the incorrect use of federal relief …
Is It Possible to Receive Both Unemployment and Social Security Benefits?

Is It Possible to Receive Both Unemployment and Social Security …

January 21, 2025
If you have been recently unemployed and are struggling to make ends meet, understanding the services and provisions provided by the California Employment Development Department …
Understanding the $2.1 Billion Solution to Massachusetts' Unemployment Claims Error: Was it Worth It?

Understanding the $2.1 Billion Solution to Massachusetts' Unemployment …

January 21, 2025
Massachusetts has been hit with a significant bill from the federal government. The state is required to pay back $2.1 billion, a large portion of the federal COVID-19 pandemic …
Proposed Indiana Bill to Implement Paid Parental Leave and Higher Minimum Pay for Teachers

Proposed Indiana Bill to Implement Paid Parental Leave and Higher …

January 21, 2025
The state of Indiana is considering legislation that could make it one of the few states to offer paid parental leave to teachers. Senate Bill 146, introduced by GOP Senator Linda …
Why Massachusetts Has a $2.1 Billion Debt to the Federal Government

Why Massachusetts Has a $2.1 Billion Debt to the Federal Government

January 21, 2025
Navigating employment security can be a challenging endeavor, especially when it comes to contacting the right department about your specific needs. Whether it’s the EDD …
Massachusetts Required to Repay $2.1B to Federal Government Following Misallocation of Pandemic Funds for Unemployment Benefits

Massachusetts Required to Repay $2.1B to Federal Government Following …

January 21, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is an agency in California that offers a variety of services to millions of Californians who are unemployed, disabled, or on parental …
Understanding Why a Portion of Your Salary Funds Family Leave

Understanding Why a Portion of Your Salary Funds Family Leave

January 21, 2025
Unemployment insurance is a significant support system for people who have lost jobs. In California, the Employment Development Department (EDD) is tasked with offering …
Increase in Unemployment Rate Offset by Surge in Salary Growth - ONS Insights

Increase in Unemployment Rate Offset by Surge in Salary Growth - ONS …

January 21, 2025
To get through to the EDD (Employment Development Department) in California, you must first understand how the system works. EDD caters to multiple services, including unemployment …
UK's Job Market Stalls: Unemployment Rate Increases yet Salary Growth Improves

UK's Job Market Stalls: Unemployment Rate Increases yet Salary Growth …

January 21, 2025
The unemployment rate in the UK has risen unexpectedly, and there has been a significant drop in the number of workers on payrolls, marking the largest decrease since the height of …
Surge in UK Wage Growth Accompanies Unemployment Rise; GBP/USD Benefits from Wage Progression

Surge in UK Wage Growth Accompanies Unemployment Rise; GBP/USD …

January 20, 2025
The latest UK labor market data indicates a complex situation for investors, adding to the uncertainty of the Bank of England’s (BoE) future rate decisions. The November data shows …
Massachusetts to Pay $2.1 Billion to Federal Government for Unemployment Error Resolution

Massachusetts to Pay $2.1 Billion to Federal Government for …

January 20, 2025
On the day of Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration in 2025, there were several significantly different aspects compared to his first swearing-in back in 2016. Trump, now …
Massachusetts in $2.1 Billion Debt to Federal Government over Unemployment Error

Massachusetts in $2.1 Billion Debt to Federal Government over …

January 20, 2025
Massachusetts is expected to pay federal government $2.1 billion over the next decade due to erroneous usage of federal pandemic funds for unemployment benefits, as revealed by …
Healey Administration Secures Agreement with Federal Government on $2.5 Billion Unemployment Insurance Bill

Healey Administration Secures Agreement with Federal Government on …

January 20, 2025
A settlement has been reached between the Healey administration and the Department of Labor to address a $2.5 billion liability the state’s Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund owed …
Massive Blunder: Massachusetts Must Pay $2.1 Billion to Rectify Unemployment Error

Massive Blunder: Massachusetts Must Pay $2.1 Billion to Rectify …

January 20, 2025
The state of Massachusetts is required to pay the federal government $2.1 billion over the next ten years. Officials announced on Monday that federal pandemic funds were mistakenly …
Hawaii Sets Precedent as First Statewide Economic Development District, Aiming for Federal Aid to Boost Economic Recovery

Hawaii Sets Precedent as First Statewide Economic Development …

January 20, 2025
Navigating the vast and sometimes confusing bureaucracy of unemployment services can be a challenging process. Specific services such as the Employment Development Department …
Understanding OASDI: The Key Pillar of U.S. Social Security

Understanding OASDI: The Key Pillar of U.S. Social Security

January 20, 2025
The State Disability Insurance (SDI) program is a type of insurance that can provide partial wage replacement benefits to eligible California workers who have experienced a loss of …
The Escalating Crisis of Youth Unemployment Amidst AI's Transformation of Global Workforce

The Escalating Crisis of Youth Unemployment Amidst AI's Transformation …

January 20, 2025
Unemployed individuals in California often need to get in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) for assistance with their claims. As such, understanding how to …
Akere advises FG to Fund Internship Programs to Decrease Unemployment Rates

Akere advises FG to Fund Internship Programs to Decrease Unemployment …

January 20, 2025
In California, individuals seeking assistance from the Employment Development Department (EDD) often run into challenges reaching the department. The EDD provides various services, …
Strategies Implemented by the Indian Government to Combat Unemployment

Strategies Implemented by the Indian Government to Combat Unemployment

January 19, 2025
India, like many countries, has experienced periods of high unemployment, typically affected by various domestic and international macro-economic factors. Unemployment is a key …
The 10 African Countries with the Most Unemployment

The 10 African Countries with the Most Unemployment

January 19, 2025
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides various services to citizens who are unemployed or disabled. The primary services include unemployment insurance …
Submitting Your Continuing Disability Review Report Online through Social Security

Submitting Your Continuing Disability Review Report Online through …

January 18, 2025
If you are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), it’s crucial to understand that regular reviews of your case are mandated by …
Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency Settles Lawsuit for $55M: A Closer Look at the Waste Watch

Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency Settles Lawsuit for $55M: A …

January 18, 2025
In the State of California, there are several mechanisms in place to support workers who need to take a leave of absence or experience unemployment. The Employment Development …
Navigating the SSDI Trial Work Period Towards Financial Self-Sufficiency

Navigating the SSDI Trial Work Period Towards Financial …

January 18, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a vital resource for individuals who have lost their job, had their hours reduced, or been unable to work due to disability or family …
New Program Sees Surprising Surge in Paid Medical Leave Among St. Louis City Workers

New Program Sees Surprising Surge in Paid Medical Leave Among St. …

January 17, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a variety of services to individuals and businesses affected by the economic impact of COVID-19 in California. These programs …
Mother's Maternity Leave Ends Before Her Newborn Leaves the NICU, Amid Recovery From C-Section

Mother's Maternity Leave Ends Before Her Newborn Leaves the NICU, Amid …

January 17, 2025
A new mother, who had her baby 10 weeks prematurely, voiced her concerns regarding California’s maternity leave policies on TikTok. The mother, known as Lena, shared that she would …
DOL Explains FMLA Paid Leave Substitution Rules for Employees with State or Local Paid Leave Benefits

DOL Explains FMLA Paid Leave Substitution Rules for Employees with …

January 17, 2025
The article discusses how state-based paid family leave programs interact with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) of 1993. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division …
Advocates Propose Paid Leave and Newborn Tax Credit through 'Babies in the Budget' Initiative

Advocates Propose Paid Leave and Newborn Tax Credit through 'Babies in …

January 17, 2025
Unemployment benefits can be a lifeline for those who have lost their jobs. However, getting in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) can often feel like a …
Federal Aid Unveiled by California Governor Gavin Newsom for Job Loss Victims of Los Angeles Firestorms

Federal Aid Unveiled by California Governor Gavin Newsom for Job Loss …

January 17, 2025
Governor Gavin Newsom announced ongoing support from the Biden-Harris Administration including an award of up to $20 million to aid those who have lost jobs due to the recent Los …
Concealing Unemployment: The Emerging Trend of Renting Office Spaces to 'Fake Working' in the Face of Joblessness

Concealing Unemployment: The Emerging Trend of Renting Office Spaces …

January 16, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California provides comprehensive employment and training services in partnership with state and local agencies and organizations. …
L.A. County Workers Affected by Wildfires can now Access Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)

L.A. County Workers Affected by Wildfires can now Access Disaster …

January 16, 2025
Unemployment has surged in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading the EDD (Employment Development Department) to face an unprecedented volume of calls from Californians in …
Proposed Newborn Tax Credit and Paid Family Medical Leave pushed by Legislators this Session

Proposed Newborn Tax Credit and Paid Family Medical Leave pushed by …

January 16, 2025
More than 2.5 million residents in Indiana lack access to paid family medical leave. In response, some lawmakers are pushing to implement new legislation to establish a paid family …
Goolsbee from Chicago Fed Softens His Worries About Unemployment

Goolsbee from Chicago Fed Softens His Worries About Unemployment

January 16, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California aids in connecting job seekers and employers. They also provide valuable job resources and services, administer …
Guidance on Family and Medical Leave: Insights from the IRS

Guidance on Family and Medical Leave: Insights from the IRS

January 16, 2025
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued guidances on the income and employment tax treatment of contributions, and benefits offered under state paid family and medical leave …
The Rising Trend of Migraines Globally: A Quick Surge in Men and Adolescents

The Rising Trend of Migraines Globally: A Quick Surge in Men and …

January 16, 2025
Managing communication with government departments can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. Irrespective of the department you’re trying to reach, whether it’s EDD (Employment …
Rise in Unemployment Benefit Applications Among Americans, Yet Layoffs Retain Historical Lows

Rise in Unemployment Benefit Applications Among Americans, Yet Layoffs …

January 16, 2025
The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week according to reports. Despite the surge, the unemployment layoffs remain historically low. Furthermore, …
Tax Update from IRS Impacts Millions on Family and Medical Leave Programs

Tax Update from IRS Impacts Millions on Family and Medical Leave …

January 16, 2025
In the ongoing crisis, many people are relying on the Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), or Paid Family Leave (PFL) to provide necessary …
Unemployment Rates on the Rise Among Immigrant Women

Unemployment Rates on the Rise Among Immigrant Women

January 16, 2025
When dealing with state-dependent matters such as unemployment, paid family leave, or state disability insurance in California, communication with the Employment Development …
Indiana Legislators Consider Reducing Duration of Unemployment Insurance

Indiana Legislators Consider Reducing Duration of Unemployment …

January 16, 2025
The Senate’s Pensions and Labor Committee recently discussed a legislation that suggests reducing the duration for which Hoosiers can claim unemployment insurance. Currently, under …
ILO Asserts That Global Unemployment Likely to Remain Close to Historically Low 5% Level

ILO Asserts That Global Unemployment Likely to Remain Close to …

January 16, 2025
Among the varied necessity of contacting government services, the Employment Development Department (EDD) is often required for reasons such as filing unemployment claims or …
The IRS Provides Tax Guidelines for State-Funded Leave Programs

The IRS Provides Tax Guidelines for State-Funded Leave Programs

January 15, 2025
The IRS has issued guidance on the tax treatment scenarios for contributions to paid family and medical leave programs. According to this guidance, employers can deduct the amount …
Response from Advocates on the Legal Complaint against Paid Family and Medical Leave Program

Response from Advocates on the Legal Complaint against Paid Family and …

January 15, 2025
Businesses in Maine, led by Bath Iron Works (BIW) and the Maine State Chamber of Commerce, are objecting to the state’s paid family and medical leave law and have filed a legal …
Union Representatives Resist Legislation Reducing Unemployment Insurance Perks

Union Representatives Resist Legislation Reducing Unemployment …

January 15, 2025
House Bill 131, proposed by State Representative Kerri Seekins-Crowe (R), is being discussed among legislators in Montana. The bill, if passed, would reduce the maximum duration of …
Los Angeles County Workers Affected by California Wildfires and Severe Winds Can Now Access Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA)

Los Angeles County Workers Affected by California Wildfires and Severe …

January 15, 2025
Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be challenging, especially when trying to speak to a live person. The EDD provides services to people looking for …
Berklee Appoints Betsy Newman as New Executive Vice President

Berklee Appoints Betsy Newman as New Executive Vice President

January 15, 2025
Betsy Newman has been appointed the executive vice president of Berklee effective from January 1. This follows a series of roles Newman has executed at Berklee over the last …
Job Cuts in Bay Area Announced by Macy's and Rite Aid

Job Cuts in Bay Area Announced by Macy's and Rite Aid

January 15, 2025
In the context of modern employment, it is crucial to understand how to get through to various benefit services, especially in states like California with their own unique systems …
Examining Women's Cancers Worldwide and Their Potential Risk Factors

Examining Women's Cancers Worldwide and Their Potential Risk Factors

January 15, 2025
This article provides a summary of a retrospective study on global trends of female-specific cancers from 1990 to 2021. These cancers, which include breast, cervical, ovarian, and …
Increasing Job Confidence Persists Amidst Predicted 5% Unemployment Rate

Increasing Job Confidence Persists Amidst Predicted 5% Unemployment …

January 15, 2025
In the December quarter, the Westpac-McDermott Miller Employment Confidence Index saw a spike due to increased perceptions of job availability. This increase led to a slight rise …
Macy’s and Rite Aid Announce Job Reductions in the Bay Area

Macy’s and Rite Aid Announce Job Reductions in the Bay Area

January 14, 2025
Macy’s has announced impending job losses for its employees in the Bay Area and California. This decision has been prompted by the planned closure of several stores. The workers …
Proposal for Paid Family and Medical Leave Set to Resurface in This Legislative Session

Proposal for Paid Family and Medical Leave Set to Resurface in This …

January 14, 2025
In Santa Fe, New Mexico, lawmakers have been working diligently to pass a new Paid Family and Medical Leave bill. State Rep. Christine Chandler believes that 2025 will be the year …
Understanding Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and How It Functioned

Understanding Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) and How It …

January 14, 2025
The Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) served as a crucial financial lifeline for self-employed workers, freelancers, independent contractors, and part-time workers throughout …
Maine State Chamber of Commerce and Bath Iron Works File Lawsuit Against State Regarding Paid Family Leave Program

Maine State Chamber of Commerce and Bath Iron Works File Lawsuit …

January 14, 2025
Navigating help from the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be challenging, especially when encountering issues regarding unemployment benefits, disability insurance, or …
Quickening Disability Claims Process for Individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease in Social Security

Quickening Disability Claims Process for Individuals with Alzheimer’s …

January 14, 2025
Currently, over 5 million people in America are living with Alzheimer’s disease. This brain disorder adversely impacts memory, thinking, and behavior. In some cases, the disease …
Jesse Tyler Ferguson Discusses How Unemployment Had Better Pay Than Off-Broadway Roles and His Nervousness About Taking Jobs

Jesse Tyler Ferguson Discusses How Unemployment Had Better Pay Than …

January 14, 2025
Jesse Tyler Ferguson, a renowned actor, shared his experiences about the early phases of his career on his podcast, Dinner’s on Me. He mentioned starting his career in theater and …
Lawsuit Filed Against Mills Administration by Maine Chamber of Commerce Over Paid Family Leave Law

Lawsuit Filed Against Mills Administration by Maine Chamber of …

January 14, 2025
In a recent development, the Maine State Chamber of Commerce and Bath Iron Works have filed a lawsuit against the Mills administration over the implementation of the state’s new …
BIW and Maine Chamber of Commerce File Lawsuit Against Mills Administration Regarding Paid Family Leave Regulations

BIW and Maine Chamber of Commerce File Lawsuit Against Mills …

January 14, 2025
The Maine State Chamber of Commerce and Bath Iron Works have filed a lawsuit against the Mills administration in response to the implementation of a new paid family and medical …
MGIS Offers Specialized Disability Insurance for Advanced Practice Clinicians

MGIS Offers Specialized Disability Insurance for Advanced Practice …

January 14, 2025
MGIS, a top national insurance program manager, and Reliance Matrix, a frontrunner in financial protection and absence management solutions, are set to expand their comprehensive …
Chart Illustrates the States with the Longest Unemployment Benefit Duration

Chart Illustrates the States with the Longest Unemployment Benefit …

January 14, 2025
The Employee Development Department (EDD) of California is a useful resource for workers impacted by COVID-19. It provides much-needed support in difficult times, offering an array …
Reduction in Unemployment Taxes as Fund Exceeds $2.5B

Reduction in Unemployment Taxes as Fund Exceeds $2.5B

January 14, 2025
Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD) system can sometimes be confusing and overwhelming, particularly when you’re dealing with matters related to your employment …
January 2025 SSDI: The Date to Expect Your Check

January 2025 SSDI: The Date to Expect Your Check

January 14, 2025
This article discusses various Emergency Disability Insurance (EDI) options that are available in the United States. The EDI program provides a comprehensive system of compensation …
Unveiling The Irish Counties with the Highest Unemployment Rates

Unveiling The Irish Counties with the Highest Unemployment Rates

January 14, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California provides valuable services to its residents such as Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family …
Market Growth and Policy Insights in the Disability Insurance Industry: Predictions for 2025

Market Growth and Policy Insights in the Disability Insurance …

January 13, 2025
Getting in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California can sometimes be a hassle. However, with the right methods and persistence, reaching out to EDD is …