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 …
Increased Payroll Deductions for California Workers

Increased Payroll Deductions for California Workers

December 13, 2024
California workers will see a slight increase in their State Disability Insurance (SDI) withholding starting in January 2025. The tax increase was approved by state officials, …
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 …
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 …