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 …
Why is the Texas Paid Family Leave Plan Underutilized?

Why is the Texas Paid Family Leave Plan Underutilized?

February 12, 2025
The State of California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) oversees a range of services and programs intended to support California’s workforce. These include Insurance …
Prominent Republican Advocates for a Hike in NC Unemployment Benefits, Citing Past Lessons

Prominent Republican Advocates for a Hike in NC Unemployment Benefits, …

February 12, 2025
Contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) shouldn’t be a daunting task, however, it can sometimes feel like it. Whether you want to file for unemployment, disability, …
How Immigration Restrictions Could Potentially Decrease U.S. Unemployment Rate: An Insightful Analysis

How Immigration Restrictions Could Potentially Decrease U.S. …

February 12, 2025
With the current global health crisis, a great number of people are relying on government assistance as their source of income. However, many individuals are having difficulty …
House Approves Changes in Unemployment and Passes Death Penalty for Child Rape Legislation

House Approves Changes in Unemployment and Passes Death Penalty for …

February 12, 2025
The Alabama House recently passed legislation introducing new requirements for unemployment compensation, setting down the death penalty for anyone convicted of raping a child aged …
ILO Reports Decline in Unemployment but Increase in Inequality in Latin America in 2024

ILO Reports Decline in Unemployment but Increase in Inequality in …

February 12, 2025
If you’re in need of connecting with the Employment Development Department (EDD), there are several ways to make contact, from online portals to phone numbers and more. EDD deals …
Decoding Recent Events: Release of American Teacher in Russia, Rising US Unemployment, Power Outages Due to Monkey Activity, and Trump's Popularity Surpassing Petro in Colombia

Decoding Recent Events: Release of American Teacher in Russia, Rising …

February 12, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave (PFL), and State Disability Insurance (SDI) are essential resources for millions of residents in the state of …
Arch Insurance Releases 2025 Reference Guide on State Disability and Paid Family Leave

Arch Insurance Releases 2025 Reference Guide on State Disability and …

February 12, 2025
Arch Insurance North America released its 2025 State Disability & Paid Family Leave Reference Guide designed to help employers and benefits professionals with key details of …
Check out Ed, Edd n Eddy in the Latest Funko Pop Collection Release

Check out Ed, Edd n Eddy in the Latest Funko Pop Collection Release

February 12, 2025
Cartoon Network’s original ’90s cartoon Ed, Edd n Eddy continues to be a fan favorite. The series induced a love for jawbreakers and introduced the memorable character, Plank. In a …
Legislator Aims to Extend Nevada's Paid Family Leave Law to the Private Sector

Legislator Aims to Extend Nevada's Paid Family Leave Law to the …

February 12, 2025
Assemblywoman Selena La Rue Hatch aims to broaden the scope of paid family and medical leave in Nevada. In 2023, a bill was passed that granted state workers up to eight weeks of …
Sacramento Man Sentenced to 6 Years As Two Found Guilty in $533K California Unemployment Fraud Scheme

Sacramento Man Sentenced to 6 Years As Two Found Guilty in $533K …

February 12, 2025
The EDD (Employment Development Department) aids millions of Californians each year by providing a variety of services designed to help individuals locate suitable employment, …
New Bill Set to Alter Eligibility for Unemployment Benefits

New Bill Set to Alter Eligibility for Unemployment Benefits

February 11, 2025
The State Disability Insurance (SDI) program provides short-term Disability Insurance (DI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) benefits to eligible California workers. Residents who are …
Senators Advocate for Paid Leave Tax Credit Again, Despite Experts Claiming it Doesn't Benefit Majority of Workers

Senators Advocate for Paid Leave Tax Credit Again, Despite Experts …

February 11, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a state department responsible for administering benefits, such as State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family Leave (PFL), and …
DOL Guidance: Employers Can't Mandate PTO Usage for Employees Availing FMLA Leave and Paid Statutory Benefits

DOL Guidance: Employers Can't Mandate PTO Usage for Employees Availing …

February 11, 2025
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently clarified the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) substitution rule. This rule explains that employers cannot force employees to utilise …
MetLife Pioneers Addition of Mental Health Resources to New Hampshire's State Paid Leave Program

MetLife Pioneers Addition of Mental Health Resources to New …

February 11, 2025
California, like many other states, offers a paid family leave program that provides financial assistance to individuals who need to take time off work to care for a seriously ill …
Employer FAQs on the Upcoming Implementation of Paid Family Leave in Maryland

Employer FAQs on the Upcoming Implementation of Paid Family Leave in …

February 11, 2025
Maryland is soon going to implement a Paid Family Medical Leave Insurance law (FAMLI) that mandates employers to provide their employees with up to 12 weeks of job-protected paid …
Comparing Colorado's Black Unemployment Rate with the National Average

Comparing Colorado's Black Unemployment Rate with the National Average

February 11, 2025
Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be challenging, especially during high-demand times. Here are a few tips on how to get through to EDD efficiently. Start …
Reflecting on the Split of Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer and Edd China - Years After Their Dispute

Reflecting on the Split of Wheeler Dealers' Mike Brewer and Edd China …

February 11, 2025
The television show Wheeler Dealers experienced a significant change when co-hosts Mike Brewer and Edd China decided to part ways after 13 seasons. The split transpired in 2017 …
February 2025 SSDI: Find Out When the Upcoming Checks Will Be Dispatched

February 2025 SSDI: Find Out When the Upcoming Checks Will Be …

February 11, 2025
Who qualifies for SDI in California? State Disability Insurance (SDI) in California is meant to temporarily replace a certain percentage of wages for individuals unable to work due …
Exploring the Fluctuations in Unemployment Rates

Exploring the Fluctuations in Unemployment Rates

February 11, 2025
Most people who become unemployed in California, are eligible to receive unemployment benefits from the Employment Development Department (EDD). But the process of filing a claim …
Ways You Might Risk Losing Your Social Security Disability Benefits

Ways You Might Risk Losing Your Social Security Disability Benefits

February 10, 2025
In this challenging moment in history where the job market is extremely volatile due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are relying heavily on unemployment …
Exploring the Senate's Consideration of Bills to Augment Unemployment Benefits

Exploring the Senate's Consideration of Bills to Augment Unemployment …

February 10, 2025
During the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people found themselves in need of processing claims for unemployment and disability benefits through the California …
Which SSDI Payments are Disbursed Following President's Day?

Which SSDI Payments are Disbursed Following President's Day?

February 10, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California provides a number of services to out-of-work residents, including unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and paid …
How Does Your State Rank? Exploring Disability Rates and SSDI Recipients Across the US, with a Spotlight on West Virginia

How Does Your State Rank? Exploring Disability Rates and SSDI …

February 9, 2025
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) provides critical support for millions of Americans unable to work due to long-term or terminal health conditions. Current data reveals …
Blog Article: Implementing Paid Family Leave for Caregivers: An Urgent Call to Action

Blog Article: Implementing Paid Family Leave for Caregivers: An Urgent …

February 9, 2025
This article features the story of Savy Makalena, a woman who had to put her executive career on hold to care for her elderly parents. She promised her parents that she would …
Qualifying for SSDI Benefits: Key Eligibility Criteria

Qualifying for SSDI Benefits: Key Eligibility Criteria

February 8, 2025
In need of contacting edd and not sure how to proceed? Do you want to know how to get a hold of Paid Family Leave, SDI, PFL, or California unemployment customer service? Wondering …
Reevaluating Paid Time Off Laws: An Urgent Call for Legislators to Reconsider

Reevaluating Paid Time Off Laws: An Urgent Call for Legislators to …

February 8, 2025
Unemployment benefits are a type of monetary assistance provided to individuals who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. These benefits are provided by the …
Discussion: Will Florida Approve Paid Maternity Leave?

Discussion: Will Florida Approve Paid Maternity Leave?

February 8, 2025
New York has introduced a landmark policy, enforcing paid prenatal leave as part of its Paid Family Leave program. This new directive allows pregnant employees to access necessary …
Former Massachusetts Legislator Convicted for Defrauding Pandemic Unemployment Benefits

Former Massachusetts Legislator Convicted for Defrauding Pandemic …

February 7, 2025
Unemployment compensation can be a difficult subject to navigate, especially when dealing with the complexities of contacting the California Employment Development Department …
MGP Unveils Two Cross-Party Bills Targeting Paid Leave and Federal Legislation Cost Tracking

MGP Unveils Two Cross-Party Bills Targeting Paid Leave and Federal …

February 7, 2025
U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and her colleagues introduced two new bills focusing on America’s financial wellbeing. The first bill will require full cost consideration of …
Tech Sector Streamlines in 2025: Over 2,000 Tech Jobs Cut in the Bay Area

Tech Sector Streamlines in 2025: Over 2,000 Tech Jobs Cut in the Bay …

February 7, 2025
This article was primarily focused on the looming new round of layoffs in Bay Area tech companies which could potentially result in thousands of job losses. The companies have not …
Accusations of Intimidation and Bullying by Opponents of Paid Family and Medical Leave, According to Lawmakers

Accusations of Intimidation and Bullying by Opponents of Paid Family …

February 7, 2025
The battle surrounding a proposed paid family and medical leave bill in New Mexico is intensifying. Democratic lawmakers Rep. Doreen Gallegos, D-Las Cruces, and Rep. Art De La …
Tech Job Unemployment Increases to 5.7% due to AI Impact

Tech Job Unemployment Increases to 5.7% due to AI Impact

February 7, 2025
Securing benefits or assistance from any government agency can be difficult due to the complexity of the process as well overlooked aspects. In particular, obtaining assistance or …
January US Jobs Report: Unemployment Rate Holds at 4% as 143,000 New Jobs Added by Employers

January US Jobs Report: Unemployment Rate Holds at 4% as 143,000 New …

February 7, 2025
Reaching out to Paid Family Leave (PFL), State Disability Insurance (SDI), or Employment Development Department (EDD) can sometimes be challenging, especially if you’re unsure of …
January sees a slowdown in U.S. job growth while unemployment slightly decreases

January sees a slowdown in U.S. job growth while unemployment slightly …

February 7, 2025
The U.S. Labor Department reported that non-farm businesses in the country added 143,000 new jobs in January. Despite falling short of the 169,000 positions forecasted by Dow …
Edd Kimber Praises Small-Batch Baking with Peanut Butter and Shortbread Cookie Hacks

Edd Kimber Praises Small-Batch Baking with Peanut Butter and …

February 7, 2025
Edd Kimber, the inaugural winner of The Great British Bake Off, recently shared some of his unique ideas for making sweet treats for Valentine’s Day and other occasions that call …
January Sees a Slowdown in US Job Growth; Unemployment Rate Stands at 4.0%

January Sees a Slowdown in US Job Growth; Unemployment Rate Stands at …

February 7, 2025
The original article had a scattergun approach to contact information for various unemployment agencies, which has now been distilled and focused. This revised version provides …
Increase in Unemployment Among Black Men in January as Labor Force Participation Rises

Increase in Unemployment Among Black Men in January as Labor Force …

February 7, 2025
As the Covid-19 pandemic has progressed, a large number of Americans have found themselves unemployed and needing to apply for unemployment benefits. Specifically in California, …
Kris Oyler Honored as Economic Development Leader of the Year in Region 9

Kris Oyler Honored as Economic Development Leader of the Year in …

February 7, 2025
Kris Oyler, CEO of Peak Brewing Co., has received the Ed Morlan Economic Development Leader of the Year award from the board of directors of the Region 9 Economic Development …
January Sees 143,000 New Jobs in the U.S. Economy with 4% Unemployment Rate

January Sees 143,000 New Jobs in the U.S. Economy with 4% Unemployment …

February 7, 2025
The U.S economy witnessed the addition of 143,000 jobs in January, leading to a slight decrease in the unemployment rate to 4%. This significant data was disintegrated and …
Solid Job Gains in January as Canada's Unemployment Rate Declines Again

Solid Job Gains in January as Canada's Unemployment Rate Declines …

February 7, 2025
Navigating through the intricacies of the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be difficult, especially when pertaining to Paid Family Leave (PFL) or State Disability …
Mike Brewer of 'Wheeler Dealers' Responds to Edd China's Criticism

Mike Brewer of 'Wheeler Dealers' Responds to Edd China's Criticism

February 7, 2025
Wheeler Dealers star Mike Brewer has addressed the controversy surrounding his break-up with his on-screen partner Edd China. This comes after a social media post by Brewer …
Interest Costs Incurred by Massachusetts due to $2.5B Unemployment Benefit Mistake

Interest Costs Incurred by Massachusetts due to $2.5B Unemployment …

February 7, 2025
The Baker administration in Massachusetts had mistakenly paid out $2.5 billion in unemployment benefits using federal funds meant for other purposes. Governor Maura Healey …
Proposal Suggests Paid Leave for Mental Health Care of Pilots

Proposal Suggests Paid Leave for Mental Health Care of Pilots

February 6, 2025
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Sen. Marko Liias is using the case of Joseph Emerson, an off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, as an argument for change. In 2023, Emerson was detained after …
Push for Expanded Paid Family Leave by Nevada Legislator

Push for Expanded Paid Family Leave by Nevada Legislator

February 6, 2025
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is one of the largest state departments offering several services to millions of Californians every year. These services range from job …
Understanding Unemployment Benefits for Federal Employees

Understanding Unemployment Benefits for Federal Employees

February 6, 2025
When dealing with issues regarding Employment Development Department (EDD), many individuals often struggle to find the right contacts or the best way to get a hold of their …
D.C. Unemployment Rate Almost Doubles Amidst Trump's Efforts to Reduce US Government Size

D.C. Unemployment Rate Almost Doubles Amidst Trump's Efforts to Reduce …

February 6, 2025
If you need to apply for unemployment, disability, or paid family leave benefits in California, the Employment Development Department (EDD) is the state agency responsible for …
A Modest Decrease in Unemployment Claims Noticed in Florida as 2025 Kicks Off

A Modest Decrease in Unemployment Claims Noticed in Florida as 2025 …

February 6, 2025
Navigating the California Employment Development Department (EDD) can often be a challenging process for many people. The EDD is responsible for administering unemployment …
Iowa House Committee Progresses Governor Reynolds’ Paid Family Leave Bill: An Insight from Capitol Notebook

Iowa House Committee Progresses Governor Reynolds’ Paid Family Leave …

February 6, 2025
The House State Government Committee voted unanimously to advance Gov. Kim Reynold’ proposal that would provide paid family leave to state employees. The proposal includes four …
Healey's Pledge for Reduced Unemployment Insurance Costs for Businesses: Can We Rely on It?

Healey's Pledge for Reduced Unemployment Insurance Costs for …

February 6, 2025
This article discusses the issues in the employer-funded unemployment insurance system in Boston, Massachusetts. Governor Maura Healey has vowed to reform the flawed system, but …
Essential Compliance Guidelines for Employers in States Offering Paid Family or Medical Leave

Essential Compliance Guidelines for Employers in States Offering Paid …

February 6, 2025
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) supports many states’ prohibitions on employers mandating employees to use PTO, vacation or sick time while receiving Paid Family Leave …