Updates on Changes to OFLA and Paid Leave Rules by Oregon Legislature

Updates on Changes to OFLA and Paid Leave Rules by Oregon Legislature

March 6, 2024
The Oregon legislature has taken steps to simplify compliance for employers, passing Senate Bill 1515 which eliminates many of the redundancies between the Oregon Family Leave Act …
Alleged Disability Insurance Fraud Leads to Criminal Charges for Michigan Doctor

Alleged Disability Insurance Fraud Leads to Criminal Charges for …

March 6, 2024
A Michigan-based physician, Dr. Rainna Furnari Brazil, is dealing with multiple criminal charges that originate from an alleged fraudulent disability insurance claim. Dr. Brazil, a …
Senate Progresses with Bill to Stop Reductions to Railroad Unemployment Insurance

Senate Progresses with Bill to Stop Reductions to Railroad …

March 6, 2024
The Senate Budget Committee has unanimously voted to move forward a bill targeting the cessation of reductions to railroad worker’s unemployment and illness insurance benefits. The …
Oregon's New Unemployment Claims System Debuts with Some Delays amidst Overall Smooth Launch

Oregon's New Unemployment Claims System Debuts with Some Delays amidst …

March 6, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a California state agency that provides a multitude of services to those within the community who are seeking employment, disability …
Understanding Social Security: Insights from March 2024

Understanding Social Security: Insights from March 2024

March 6, 2024
Ask Rusty is a regular column written by Russell Gloor, who serves as a National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation. In a recent article, the plight of a 64-year-old …
Urgent Demands for Overhauling Disability Insurance

Urgent Demands for Overhauling Disability Insurance

March 6, 2024
A study spearheaded by MLC Life Insurance and Freshwater Strategy has uncovered the financial challenges faced by a significant portion of Australia’s workforce when dealing with …
Different Methods to Apply for Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits

Different Methods to Apply for Social Security Disability Insurance …

March 6, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers multiple resources for individuals seeking financial assistance and help while unemployed or unable to work due to …
Sionna Therapeutics Secures $182 Million in Series C Funding to Progress Clinical Trials of Innovative Cystic Fibrosis Treatment

Sionna Therapeutics Secures $182 Million in Series C Funding to …

March 6, 2024
Unemployment Insurance (UI) provides financial support for people who have lost their job due to situations beyond their control. The Employment Development Department (EDD) in …
Despite Economic Downturn, State's Unemployment Rate Surprisingly Falls to 4.2%

Despite Economic Downturn, State's Unemployment Rate Surprisingly …

March 6, 2024
The State’s unemployment rate has seen an unexpected decrease in February, despite global economic conditions. The rate dropped from 4.5 per cent in January to 4.2 per cent in …
Unexpected Decline in State's Unemployment Rate to 4.2% Amid Weaker Economic Climate

Unexpected Decline in State's Unemployment Rate to 4.2% Amid Weaker …

March 6, 2024
The unemployment rate in the State significantly fell in February, defying the global softening of economic conditions due to rising interest rates. The seasonally adjusted …
Worker Dismissed for Halting Thief had to Battle for Unemployment Benefits

Worker Dismissed for Halting Thief had to Battle for Unemployment …

March 6, 2024
A former Safeway employee of 22 years, Antoinette Baez, had to battle in court with the company to receive unemployment benefits after they terminated her for intervening during a …
Understanding Social Security: A Comprehensive Guide to Benefits, Checks, and Taxes

Understanding Social Security: A Comprehensive Guide to Benefits, …

March 6, 2024
Navigating unemployment and disability claims can be daunting, and it is common for individuals to encounter difficulties while attempting to get through to edd or any of its …
Small Businesses in NY Threatened by COVID Unemployment Debt: A Must-Resolve Issue

Small Businesses in NY Threatened by COVID Unemployment Debt: A …

March 6, 2024
In California, dealing with the Employment Development Department (EDD) for issues related to unemployment, disability insurance, and paid family leave might seem daunting. This is …
Minimum Wage Hike and Paid Family Leave Approved by Virginia Lawmakers

Minimum Wage Hike and Paid Family Leave Approved by Virginia Lawmakers

March 5, 2024
The State Disability Insurance (SDI) program is an essential part of ensuring that California workers have the support they need when dealing with disability. The program provides …
New Unemployment Claims System Faces Hurdles in Oregon: A Report from Locals

New Unemployment Claims System Faces Hurdles in Oregon: A Report from …

March 5, 2024
If you are currently seeking to navigate through the California Employment Development Department (EDD), keep reading for some helpful tips. EDD provides a plethora of services …
Cole County Workers Advocate for State Executive Order on Paid Family Leave Implementation

Cole County Workers Advocate for State Executive Order on Paid Family …

March 5, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California is responsible for administering unemployment insurance benefits, disability insurance, paid family leave and many …
Blog post: North Bay Catholic School to Shut Down After 106 Years in Operation, 68 Staff Positions to be Terminated by May

Blog post: North Bay Catholic School to Shut Down After 106 Years in …

March 5, 2024
One of the most challenging tasks that people face when trying to collect benefits from the Employment Development Department (EDD) is getting a hold of a live person. Due to the …
North Bay Catholic School Confirms It Will Not Close Despite Filing an EDD Notice

North Bay Catholic School Confirms It Will Not Close Despite Filing an …

March 5, 2024
Navigating through the system of California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a challenging task with its numerous programs to understand; one of those programs …
Safeway Employee from San Mateo, Dismissed for Intercepting Shoplifter, Struggled to Secure Unemployment

Safeway Employee from San Mateo, Dismissed for Intercepting …

March 5, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) offers a range of services, including Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL). …
Doctor from Michigan Accused and Charged with Fraudulent Acquisition of Disability Benefits

Doctor from Michigan Accused and Charged with Fraudulent Acquisition …

March 5, 2024
Dr. Rainna Furnari Brazil, a 57-year old osteopathic physician from Sylvan Lake, Michigan, has been formally charged with stealing several hundreds of thousands of dollars through …
Filibuster in Nebraska Legislature Prevents Unemployment Cuts

Filibuster in Nebraska Legislature Prevents Unemployment Cuts

March 5, 2024
In the Nebraska Legislature, a controversial bill aiming to curtail the duration of unemployment benefits available to Nebraskans is under debate. The bill, known as Legislative …
Meet Margaret Marie Miller Pelton, an Exceptional Educationist with an EdD Degree

Meet Margaret Marie Miller Pelton, an Exceptional Educationist with an …

March 5, 2024
Margaret Marie Miller Pelton, EdD, an esteemed art educator and accomplished artist, passed away at age 89 on February 29, 2024, in Jacksonville, Florida. Born in Charlotte, North …
Understanding the Prevalence of SSDI Denials and Steps to Take If You're Rejected

Understanding the Prevalence of SSDI Denials and Steps to Take If …

March 5, 2024
Navigating California’s Employment Development Department (EDD), particularly during times of high demand, can be quite challenging. The EDD provides benefits such as Unemployment …
Streaming Wheeler Dealers Season 12: How to Watch Online on HBO Max

Streaming Wheeler Dealers Season 12: How to Watch Online on HBO Max

March 5, 2024
Wheeler Dealers Season 12 is yet another installment in the beloved British television series hosted by Mike Brewer. He’s a seasoned car dealer known for his knack for discovering …
Streaming Wheeler Dealers Season 10 on HBO Max: A Comprehensive Viewing Guide

Streaming Wheeler Dealers Season 10 on HBO Max: A Comprehensive …

March 5, 2024
Reaching EDD, or Employment Development Department, in California can be challenging. This is especially true for claimants trying to apply for or understand their benefits. If …
Unemployment's Impact on the Final Stage of U.S. Disinflation

Unemployment's Impact on the Final Stage of U.S. Disinflation

March 5, 2024
When trying to navigate your way through the Employment Development Department (EDD) for benefits, services and programs, you may find it challenging to get the information you …
The Railway Sector and Labor Unions Call on the Senate to Approve Legislation Addressing Unemployment Benefit Reductions

The Railway Sector and Labor Unions Call on the Senate to Approve …

March 5, 2024
The Railway Employee Equity and Fairness Act, or REEF Act (S.1274), is currently garnering support in Senate with the aim to shield railroad unemployment and sickness benefits from …
What US Retirees Must Know: The Impending Changes to Social Security are Closer Than Expected

What US Retirees Must Know: The Impending Changes to Social Security …

March 5, 2024
Social Security was established during the Great Depression to provide economic security to vulnerable Americans. Today, this federal program supports about 70 million …
2023 Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.1%

2023 Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.1%

March 5, 2024
The original content has been removed due to it not aligning with the primary topic. In case individuals need to reach the Employment Development Department (EDD), there are …
Unemployment Rate in India Drops to 3.1% in 2023: Lowest in Three Years

Unemployment Rate in India Drops to 3.1% in 2023: Lowest in Three …

March 5, 2024
One of the major challenges experienced by many applicants seeking unemployment benefits in California is getting through to their local Employment Development Department (EDD). …
2023 Sees Unemployment Rate Drop to 3.1%

2023 Sees Unemployment Rate Drop to 3.1%

March 5, 2024
The unemployment rate for people aged 15 years or above has decreased to 3.1 per cent in 2023, marking the lowest level in three years, according to a report by the National Sample …
Royal Commissioner for Disability Condemns Government's Slow Reaction to Final Report

Royal Commissioner for Disability Condemns Government's Slow Reaction …

March 5, 2024
Navigating the complexities of how to contact the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be challenging, especially if you are new to this system. The EDD provides a variety …
Are You Receiving Your SSDI Payment This Week for March 2024?

Are You Receiving Your SSDI Payment This Week for March 2024?

March 5, 2024
Unemployment in California can be a difficult issue to navigate, especially when it comes to dealing with the Employment Development Department (EDD). The EDD is responsible for …
Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Central Government for Unemployment Following Death of Indian Man in Israel

Akhilesh Yadav Criticizes Central Government for Unemployment …

March 4, 2024
The Samajwadi Party chief, Akhilesh Yadav, has criticized the BJP government over the issue of unemployment. He stated that the economic situation has become so dire that Indian …
Introducing 'Frances Online': A Look into Oregon's Redesigned $100M Unemployment Benefit System

Introducing 'Frances Online': A Look into Oregon's Redesigned $100M …

March 4, 2024
Navigating the world of Employment Development Department (EDD) can sometimes be challenging, especially when attempting to contact a representative. This article aims to simplify …
February 2024 Sees a 13.8% Decrease in Cyprus Unemployment

February 2024 Sees a 13.8% Decrease in Cyprus Unemployment

March 4, 2024
The Cyprus Statistical Service (Cystat) has reported a significant decrease in the number of registered unemployed individuals for February 2024, compared to the same month in the …
Debate and Division Precede Unemployment Alterations Advancing to House Floor

Debate and Division Precede Unemployment Alterations Advancing to …

March 4, 2024
The House Finance Committee has advanced a bill designed to subtly alter the unemployment trust fund in the state. The legislation, known as S. B. 841, will gradually lower the …
Blog Post: How Paid Family Leave is Set to Generate Opportunities in Virginia

Blog Post: How Paid Family Leave is Set to Generate Opportunities in …

March 4, 2024
During my lengthy federal government career of 36 years, family medical crises in 1988, 1993 and 2012 demanded me to take significant time off work. Because of various supportive …
Rahul Gandhi States Media Overlooks Crucial Issues like Unemployment and Inflation

Rahul Gandhi States Media Overlooks Crucial Issues like Unemployment …

March 4, 2024
Many people often find it challenging to reach the Employment Development Department (EDD), with several struggling with delays in unemployment payments and others dealing with …
Study Suggests that Unemployment Rate in Northern Ireland is Triple the Official Figure

Study Suggests that Unemployment Rate in Northern Ireland is Triple …

March 4, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California provides a variety of services to individuals who are unemployed or disabled. The department also manages programs for the …
Why We're Happy We Opted for Early Social Security Benefits

Why We're Happy We Opted for Early Social Security Benefits

March 4, 2024
California Employment Development Department (EDD) is known for providing various services related to employment to the people residing in California. EDD is particularly …
Sen. Jessica Ramos Progresses with Her Labor Agenda for 2024

Sen. Jessica Ramos Progresses with Her Labor Agenda for 2024

March 4, 2024
State Sen. Jessica Ramos, chair of the Labor Committee since 2019, has been an advocate for workers, promoting a number of pro-worker measures such as indexing minimum wage to …
Unemployment Rates in Spain Decrease in February

Unemployment Rates in Spain Decrease in February

March 4, 2024
Spain’s unemployment rates dropped significantly in February, according to data released by the labor ministry. The data showed that unemployment decreased by 7,452 from January, …
Navigating Budget, Unemployment, and Teen Work Permits as Session Nears Conclusion

Navigating Budget, Unemployment, and Teen Work Permits as Session …

March 3, 2024
The West Virginia legislature is nearing the end of its regular session, with heated discussions revolving around various issues such as the budget bill, unemployment benefits, …
Rahul Gandhi Claims India's Unemployment Rate is Twice That of Pakistan

Rahul Gandhi Claims India's Unemployment Rate is Twice That of …

March 3, 2024
In a rally at Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior, former Congress chief Rahul Gandhi voiced concerns over India’s soaring unemployment rate, which, he claimed, is double that of Pakistan’s …
Rahul Gandhi Claims Unemployment Rate in India is Twice as High as Pakistan's

Rahul Gandhi Claims Unemployment Rate in India is Twice as High as …

March 3, 2024
Despite significant improvements made by the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California recently, many claimants still find it challenging to get through to EDD …
India's Unemployment Rate is Twice as High as Pakistan's, Claims Rahul Gandhi

India's Unemployment Rate is Twice as High as Pakistan's, Claims Rahul …

March 3, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a variety of services to individuals and businesses affected by COVID-19 in California. EDD services include the …
Statewide Poll Reveals Vast Support Amid Union's Push for Higher Unemployment Benefits

Statewide Poll Reveals Vast Support Amid Union's Push for Higher …

March 3, 2024
Unemployment benefits are an essential lifeline for many people. When it comes to managing these benefits, communication with the agency is crucial. California’s Employment …
Challenges Faced by Nova Scotians with Long-Term COVID Symptoms in Disability Claims

Challenges Faced by Nova Scotians with Long-Term COVID Symptoms in …

March 3, 2024
Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be challenging at times. This article provides information and practical tips on how to effectively contact and …
Man from Colonie Confesses to Committing Unemployment Insurance Fraud

Man from Colonie Confesses to Committing Unemployment Insurance Fraud

March 2, 2024
Paid Family Leave (PFL) is a program funded by employee payroll deductions that provides short-term benefits to eligible workers who need time off work to care for a seriously ill …
Why the US is the Only High-Income Country Without Federally Mandated Paid Leave

Why the US is the Only High-Income Country Without Federally Mandated …

March 2, 2024
The State Disability Insurance (SDI) program by Employment Development Department (EDD) in California provides partial wage replacement to eligible workers who are unable to work …
Denial of Unemployment Benefits Due to Incomplete Filings

Denial of Unemployment Benefits Due to Incomplete Filings

March 2, 2024
The regulatory body Employment Development Department (EDD) aims to support the community through a variety of programs like unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and job …
Unemployment Rate in Maine Stays Close to Record Low

Unemployment Rate in Maine Stays Close to Record Low

March 1, 2024
Maine nearly breaks the state’s unemployment record in 2023, with an average statewide unemployment rate of 2.9%, as reported by the state Department of Labor. Despite some slight …
Unveiling the Increase in Missouri's Unemployment Claims Last Week

Unveiling the Increase in Missouri's Unemployment Claims Last Week

March 1, 2024
Navigating state programs can often be a confusing and time-consuming process, especially when you’re trying to get in touch with representatives for services like California’s …
New Paid Leave Law Allegedly Causing Businesses to Abandon NV, According to Economic Development Officials

New Paid Leave Law Allegedly Causing Businesses to Abandon NV, …

March 1, 2024
Contacting the California Employment Development Department (EDD) has been a daunting task for the residents of the state especially during the pandemic. The unprecedented rise in …
California's Economy Under Strain from Rising Unemployment

California's Economy Under Strain from Rising Unemployment

March 1, 2024
Many individuals have experienced difficulties in trying to contact the EDD (Employment Development Department) for unemployment claims, SDI (State Disability Insurance), and PFL …
Struggling with Rent: The Balancing Act Between Nourishment and Shelter Among Americans

Struggling with Rent: The Balancing Act Between Nourishment and …

March 1, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California provides services to people who have lost their jobs or have been impacted by economic downturns. These services include …
Why Disability Insurance is Essential: Lessons Learned from Multiple Surgeries

Why Disability Insurance is Essential: Lessons Learned from Multiple …

March 1, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California handles several key programs, including Unemployment Insurance (UI), State Disability Insurance (SDI), Paid Family Leave …
New Money Network Prepaid Debit Cards Now Used for EDD Benefit Payments

New Money Network Prepaid Debit Cards Now Used for EDD Benefit …

March 1, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a wide array of services for unemployed workers, employers, job seekers, and others. These services include job postings, …
How Chris Heck's Proposed Federal Paid Leave Policy Could Benefit Many

How Chris Heck's Proposed Federal Paid Leave Policy Could Benefit Many

March 1, 2024
In the United States, there are various programs to support individuals in case of unemployment, disability or family leave. Specifically, in California, these services are …
Japanese Manufacturing Slows Down, Unemployment at 2.4%, Yet Consumer Confidence Soars to its Highest since December 2021

Japanese Manufacturing Slows Down, Unemployment at 2.4%, Yet Consumer …

February 29, 2024
If you are seeking information on the California Employment Development Department (EDD), this article might help. Here, we will discuss the various means to get in touch with EDD, …
Seattle Times: Why Striking Workers Shouldn't Receive Extended Unemployment Benefits

Seattle Times: Why Striking Workers Shouldn't Receive Extended …

February 29, 2024
The unemployment insurance system in Washington state aims to provide a temporary income to workers who have lost their jobs without fault. This mission might be disrupted by a …
West Virginia Contemplates Reforming Unemployment Policies

West Virginia Contemplates Reforming Unemployment Policies

February 29, 2024
The article focuses on the navigation process in obtaining contact with several important California state programs, including the Employment Development Department (EDD), State …
Upgrading Unemployment Systems in Oregon: Current Systems Suspended for Improvements

Upgrading Unemployment Systems in Oregon: Current Systems Suspended …

February 29, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California offers a variety of services to the state’s residents, including unemployment insurance, disability insurance, and paid …