Discovering the Tax Advantages (and More) of ABLE Accounts for Individuals with Disabilities through myFICO

Discovering the Tax Advantages (and More) of ABLE Accounts for …

January 30, 2024
SAN JOSE, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Individuals with disabilities or those who know someone with disabilities can benefit from learning about ABLE accounts. These savings and …
Analyzing the Status of Paid Family Leave in Wisconsin: Are We Lagging Behind our Neighbors?

Analyzing the Status of Paid Family Leave in Wisconsin: Are We Lagging …

January 30, 2024
State Sen. Chris Larson, D-Milwaukee, reviewed his past year in governance on Twitter, expressing frustration about the lack of progress on certain legislation, including paid …
The Significant Role of Individuals With Disabilities in the Workplace

The Significant Role of Individuals With Disabilities in the Workplace

January 30, 2024
Diane Winiarski discusses the significant advantages of hiring workers with disabilities in a business setting. This is in response to a growing number of companies who are …
New Additions to California's List of Dysfunctional Programs

New Additions to California's List of Dysfunctional Programs

January 30, 2024
California has seen a variety of state projects that did not meet their initial goals or exceeded projected costs. For instance, a bullet train project that was initially slated to …
Maimane: Introducing a Job-Focused Manifesto to Combat Unemployment

Maimane: Introducing a Job-Focused Manifesto to Combat Unemployment

January 30, 2024
Maimane recently presented his employment-centred manifesto in Bertrams, Johannesburg. He expressed his vision for a job-centric South Africa, stating, Today, we launch a jobs plan …
National Study Unveils Trends in Maternity Leave Since 2019

National Study Unveils Trends in Maternity Leave Since 2019

January 30, 2024
The Best Place for Working Parents, in partnership with Empactiv Analytics, has released a National Trends report revealing a decline in company provisions for maternity leave …
Kentucky House, Led by Republicans, Propels Bill for More Accessible Paid Family Leave

Kentucky House, Led by Republicans, Propels Bill for More Accessible …

January 30, 2024
Kentucky Republican Attorney General Daniel Cameron has launched his campaign against Democrat Gov. Andy Beshear. The state house has approved a bill to expand access to paid …
Fiserv's Money Network Takes Over Bank of America as California's Unemployment Benefits Issuer

Fiserv's Money Network Takes Over Bank of America as California's …

January 30, 2024
Navigating the complex world of unemployment benefits and services offered by the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD) can be overwhelming, particularly in …
Blog Article Title: Oscillating Unemployment Rates State-Wide as We Stepped into 2024: A Report

Blog Article Title: Oscillating Unemployment Rates State-Wide as We …

January 30, 2024
In December 2023, the United States added 216,000 jobs prompting WalletHub to update its report on unemployment levels by state. The personal finance website compared unemployment …
Utah Sees a Decrease in Unemployment Claims in the Third Week of January

Utah Sees a Decrease in Unemployment Claims in the Third Week of …

January 30, 2024
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Utah decreased during the third week of January compared to the previous week, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. New jobless …
Bill for Increased Paid Family Leave to be Introduced by Senators Deb Fischer and Angus King

Bill for Increased Paid Family Leave to be Introduced by Senators Deb …

January 29, 2024
Navigating the process of applying for and obtaining unemployment benefits or Paid Family Leave (PFL) can be complex, especially during times of high demand. California’s …
Kentucky's Republican House Approves Bill for More Accessible Paid Family Leave

Kentucky's Republican House Approves Bill for More Accessible Paid …

January 29, 2024
Navigating unemployment benefits, like those provided by the Employment Development Department (EDD), can at times feel overwhelming and complex. People seeking help often aim to …
The NDIS Review Fails to Tackle the Glaring Gender Bias Issue

The NDIS Review Fails to Tackle the Glaring Gender Bias Issue

January 29, 2024
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) review recommends improvements for First Nations people, understanding of culturally diverse concepts of disability and care, and …
The NDIS Review Fails to Address the Prevalent Gender Bias

The NDIS Review Fails to Address the Prevalent Gender Bias

January 29, 2024
Diana Piantedosi and Lena Molnar both work for Women with Disabilities Victoria (WDV). They, along with other academics, have identified gender inequality within the National …
Hike in Disability Payment, Funds for ADK Rail Trail, and Bruno LaVerdiere

Hike in Disability Payment, Funds for ADK Rail Trail, and Bruno …

January 29, 2024
January 30, 2024 — The issue of New York’s outdated temporary disability insurance payout is gaining attention, with both the governor and certain state lawmakers arguing that 35 …
Projected $13 Million Cost for Maine Schools in First 6 Months of Paid Family Leave Program

Projected $13 Million Cost for Maine Schools in First 6 Months of Paid …

January 29, 2024
Maine’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave Program will result in budget increases for school districts across the state. This program still two years away from its launch stage, is …
Exploring the Albanese Government's Plan for Additional Disability Supports Beyond NDIS

Exploring the Albanese Government's Plan for Additional Disability …

January 29, 2024
This article seems to be a general welcome message for subscribers of The Australian, a national news organization. The message also informs users about the incompatibility of …
Proposed Senate Bill Aims to Broaden Availability of Paid Family Leave

Proposed Senate Bill Aims to Broaden Availability of Paid Family Leave

January 29, 2024
U.S. Senators Deb Fischer and Angus King will introduce the Paid Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit Extension and Enhancement Act. The proposed law aims to make the Paid Family …
What Caused the Delay of F1's Silly Season to 2025?

What Caused the Delay of F1's Silly Season to 2025?

January 29, 2024
The Formula 1 (F1) driver market has seen a significant transformation over time. Previously, there was uncertainty about who might be occupying a race seat even on the eve of the …
Colorado Resident Admits to Committing Identity Theft on the Deceased for Unemployment Benefits

Colorado Resident Admits to Committing Identity Theft on the Deceased …

January 29, 2024
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser has announced that a Colorado man will spend three years in prison for fraud and identity theft. Ryan Gerald Garbiso illicitly claimed …
2023 State Unemployment Benefits: Tax Statements Released by North Carolina

2023 State Unemployment Benefits: Tax Statements Released by North …

January 29, 2024
The N.C. Division of Employment Security announced that those who received unemployment benefits in 2023 can now download their 1099-G tax statements through their online account. …
Kentucky House under Republican Control Approves Bill for More Accessible Paid Family Leave

Kentucky House under Republican Control Approves Bill for More …

January 29, 2024
If you have questions related to your unemployment benefits, disability claims or paid family leave, contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California is often …
Projected Disability Benefits to Reach 853,000 Recipients this Year

Projected Disability Benefits to Reach 853,000 Recipients this Year

January 29, 2024
The Dutch benefits agency, UWV, anticipates an upsurge in the number of people receiving temporary or permanent disability benefits. The number of recipients is projected to rise …
Over 3,000 Michigan Residents to Receive Reimbursements after False Unemployment Fraud Accusations

Over 3,000 Michigan Residents to Receive Reimbursements after False …

January 29, 2024
A class action lawsuit against Michigan’s unemployment agency has been concluded with the approval of a $20 million settlement. The case was brought about due to claims that …
Edd China's Perspective on Mike Brewer's Hosting Style on 'Wheeler Dealers: A Pantomime Theory Revealed

Edd China's Perspective on Mike Brewer's Hosting Style on 'Wheeler …

January 29, 2024
Edd China, former host of Wheeler Dealers, has shared his perspective on why his co-host Mike Brewer receives negative comments from the show’s audience. China characterizes their …
The Dual Importance of Paid Family Leave for Employees and Employers

The Dual Importance of Paid Family Leave for Employees and Employers

January 28, 2024
Mike Morales, a crane operator and a unit recording secretary with United Steelworkers (USW) Local 13-227, was able to take paid time off for a medical procedure thanks to his …
Anticipated Updates and Possible Alterations to New York's Paid Family Leave in 2024

Anticipated Updates and Possible Alterations to New York's Paid Family …

January 28, 2024
The 2024 update for the NY PFL (Paid Family Leave) law includes several changes and potential additions. Under the law, eligible employees can receive up to 12 weeks of …
How to Claim Long-Term Disability Benefits for Anxiety: A Detailed, Step-By-Step Guide

How to Claim Long-Term Disability Benefits for Anxiety: A Detailed, …

January 28, 2024
Anxiety, a mental health condition, can be so severe it interferes with a person’s ability to work, leading to the need for long-term disability benefits. This article serves as a …
Paid Family Leave Notice Requirement Compliance Deadline for D.C. Employers is February 1

Paid Family Leave Notice Requirement Compliance Deadline for D.C. …

January 28, 2024
The D.C. Department of Employment Services (DOES) has issued a new Paid Family Leave notice/poster. It must be displayed prominently, such as in locations where employment-related …
Unveiling Ohio's Social Security Disability Approval Rate

Unveiling Ohio's Social Security Disability Approval Rate

January 28, 2024
The process of applying for Social Security Disability benefits in Ohio is a unique process for each applicant. Nevertheless, it’s helpful to have access to information about the …
Judge to Determine Legality of Oregon's Attempt to Reclaim Overpayments from Unemployed Individuals

Judge to Determine Legality of Oregon's Attempt to Reclaim …

January 28, 2024
Rowan Hayes received a letter on Dec. 6, 2023 from the Oregon Employment Department (OED), saying she was eligible for and would be refunded the unemployment benefits she paid back …
Mike Brewer of 'Wheeler Dealers' Reflects on his Last Meeting with Edd China and Shares Thoughts on Possible Reunion

Mike Brewer of 'Wheeler Dealers' Reflects on his Last Meeting with Edd …

January 27, 2024
Wheeler Dealers host Mike Brewer has revealed information about the last time he interacted with Edd China before their high-profile split in 2017. The television personalities …
Billionaire Bond Fund Manager Expresses Skepticism Over Unemployment Data

Billionaire Bond Fund Manager Expresses Skepticism Over Unemployment …

January 27, 2024
In 2024, DoubleLine Capital CEO Jeffrey Gundlach questioned the validity of state unemployment numbers claiming they were hard to believe. During an interview on “Making Money with …
California Employment Development Department Recalls Employees to Office with Minimal Exceptions

California Employment Development Department Recalls Employees to …

January 27, 2024
Contacting Employement Development Department (EDD), California’s largest tax department, can often seem like a complex task due to its broad services and responsibilities. EDD …
Larry's Legal Minimum Wage of $4.20 in Australia: Insufficient for a Livable Income

Larry's Legal Minimum Wage of $4.20 in Australia: Insufficient for a …

January 27, 2024
People with intellectual disabilities earn hourly wages in Australia that often don’t cover travel costs to work. The issue arises from the country’s supported wage system, …
Renowned Autism Specialist Collaborates to Revolutionize Australia's Education System

Renowned Autism Specialist Collaborates to Revolutionize Australia's …

January 27, 2024
The federal government of Australia is taking steps to improve the education system for students with disabilities, who make up nearly a quarter of all students. Autism expert, …
How PA ABLE Can Help Disabled Pennsylvanians Save $18,000

How PA ABLE Can Help Disabled Pennsylvanians Save $18,000

January 27, 2024
The PA Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) program in Pennsylvania allows residents with qualified disabilities to save up to $18,000 a year tax-free. The program, which has …
Wheeler Dealers Star Emotional Over Edd China's Departure, Claims Exploitation

Wheeler Dealers Star Emotional Over Edd China's Departure, Claims …

January 26, 2024
Wheeler Dealers host Mike Brewer claimed feeling hurt and used by Edd China, his former co-host, after their separation seven years ago. Brewer stated, after co-presenting Wheeler …
Program Initiated by LCES and SES to Support Students with Disabilities

Program Initiated by LCES and SES to Support Students with …

January 26, 2024
The Bulloch County Board of Education held a work session on Thursday, January 25. The chairwoman, Elizabeth Williams, and the superintendent, Charles Wilson, were both in …
Contemplation of Paid Family Medical Leave for Almost Every New Mexican Worker by Legislators

Contemplation of Paid Family Medical Leave for Almost Every New …

January 26, 2024
Original: It was a sunny day when John decided to visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. John, who is a firefighter, has always loved art and wishes to pursue …
US Labor Official Applauded by CT Leaders for Positive Impact of Paid Leave Program: 'This was a Godsend'

US Labor Official Applauded by CT Leaders for Positive Impact of Paid …

January 26, 2024
Applying for unemployment benefits can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not familiar with the process. You’ll need to contact the Employment Development Department (EDD) to …
Exploring the Variations in State Unemployment Rates: A Study

Exploring the Variations in State Unemployment Rates: A Study

January 26, 2024
WalletHub has released an updated ranking of unemployment rates by state, featuring a Q&A with WalletHub analyst Cassandra Happe. Comparing data from all 50 states and the District …
California Department of Economic Development Mandates Return to Office for Employees with Minimal Exceptions

California Department of Economic Development Mandates Return to …

January 26, 2024
Civil servants for the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California have recently received return-to-office orders. Workers will be required to work from the office twice …
Overcoming the Stereotypes Surrounding Unemployment

Overcoming the Stereotypes Surrounding Unemployment

January 26, 2024
The 2024 elections have drawn attention to the puzzling scenario of American economic anxiety, despite positive indicators such as low unemployment rates and declining inflation. …
Renewed Efforts by Parents and Advocates for Paid Family Leave in Virginia

Renewed Efforts by Parents and Advocates for Paid Family Leave in …

January 26, 2024
Chrischa Ives, a resident of Virginia Beach, is pushing state legislators to consider a paid family leave program. Ives, who recently lost her daughter to a rare medical condition, …
OneOp Webinar on Feb 7: A Closer Look at Social Security Disability Benefits

OneOp Webinar on Feb 7: A Closer Look at Social Security Disability …

January 25, 2024
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and OneOp will conduct a webinar on Social Security and disability benefits on Feb. 7. OneOp is a digital platform for professionals …
CT Leaders Express Gratitude for the Positive Impacts of Paid Leave Program with US Labor Official: A True Godsend!

CT Leaders Express Gratitude for the Positive Impacts of Paid Leave …

January 25, 2024
Unemployment Benefit in California California is one the states providing unemployment benefits to individuals who have lost their jobs due to no fault of their own, and are …
SC House Progresses Legislation to Restrict Unemployment Benefits and Link Them to Unemployment Rate

SC House Progresses Legislation to Restrict Unemployment Benefits and …

January 25, 2024
South Carolina is currently debating a bill that would link the state’s maximum unemployment insurance benefit to the current economic state. The South Carolina House of …
Understanding Bipolar as a Disability: Eligibility Criteria and Claim Process

Understanding Bipolar as a Disability: Eligibility Criteria and Claim …

January 25, 2024
Bipolar disorder, characterized by significant shifts in mood, energy and activity levels, can greatly impact a person’s day-to-day functioning and ability to work. Different …
QCA Creates New Jobs Despite Slight Rise in Unemployment in 2023

QCA Creates New Jobs Despite Slight Rise in Unemployment in 2023

January 25, 2024
The Quad Cities added more jobs in 2023 and saw only a slight increase in unemployment claims, according to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and the …
Top 10 States Where Your SSI Disability Checks Stretch the Most

Top 10 States Where Your SSI Disability Checks Stretch the Most

January 25, 2024
Social Security, while mainly associated with retirement benefits, also provides Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). SSI provides …
Technological Progress in Disability Insurance Industry Amid Rising Global Chronic Disease Rates

Technological Progress in Disability Insurance Industry Amid Rising …

January 25, 2024
Dublin, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – ResearchAndMarkets.com has added a new report Disability Insurance Global Market Report 2024 to its offering. This report examines the …
Weekly Unemployment Claims in the U.S. Rise to 214,000

Weekly Unemployment Claims in the U.S. Rise to 214,000

January 25, 2024
(RTTNews) - According to a report by the Labor Department, first-time claims for U.S. unemployment benefits increased more than expected in the week ended January 20th. The …
Progress Made in the Roundhouse on Paid Family and Medical Leave Bill

Progress Made in the Roundhouse on Paid Family and Medical Leave Bill

January 25, 2024
House Bill 6, which would provide up to 12 weeks paid medical and family leave to most employees, progressed in the New Mexico legislature on Jan. 24. Democratic lawmakers noted …
Top Disability Insurance Companies for Income Replacement in Case of Illness or Injury

Top Disability Insurance Companies for Income Replacement in Case of …

January 25, 2024
Disability insurance is a useful financial safeguard for those faced with a major illness or injury that prevents them from working. It is particularly beneficial for those in …
Paid Family Medical Leave Act Reintroduced by New Mexico Legislators

Paid Family Medical Leave Act Reintroduced by New Mexico Legislators

January 24, 2024
If you’re dealing with Unemployment Insurance (UI), Disability Insurance (DI), Paid Family Leave (PFL), or any related issues in the state of California, you need to know how to …
Addressing Discrimination Against Disabled Travelers: Necessary Changes and Ways to Voice Concerns

Addressing Discrimination Against Disabled Travelers: Necessary …

January 24, 2024
Navigating the complexities of the unemployment process can be problematic, to say the least. However, getting in touch with the appropriate institutions can alleviate the stress …
Four New Year’s Resolutions for Individuals with Disabilities in 2024

Four New Year’s Resolutions for Individuals with Disabilities in 2024

January 24, 2024
In an attempt to elevate disability life and culture, it offers some suggestions for actionable changes for the disabled community in the year 2024. It highlights the importance of …
Maui County Council’s Proposal for Paid Family Leave Presented by State Legislature

Maui County Council’s Proposal for Paid Family Leave Presented by …

January 24, 2024
Maui County Councilmember Gabe Johnson has announced the introduction of state legislation that seeks to mandate access to paid family leave for state and county employees. Johnson …
Navigating Retirement: A Guide to Overcoming Unemployment and Understanding Social Security

Navigating Retirement: A Guide to Overcoming Unemployment and …

January 24, 2024
The fluctuations in job market affect workers of all ages, but for those nearing retirement, it particularly impacts their financial circumstances. Understanding the intertwining …
Issues of Big Money in the Unemployment Fund: An Alternative Perspective

Issues of Big Money in the Unemployment Fund: An Alternative …

January 24, 2024
The state Employment Development Department experienced a significant managerial failure when millions of Californians lost their jobs due to COVID-19 shutdowns ordered by Gov. …
Addressing Discrimination Against Disabled Travellers: Necessary Changes and Effective Complaint Methods

Addressing Discrimination Against Disabled Travellers: Necessary …

January 23, 2024
Australia’s former disability discrimination commissioner, Graeme Innes, has reached a settlement with Adelaide Airport after lodging a complaint with the Human Rights Commission. …
Rising Unemployment Rates in the Southern Tier: New Data from the Department of Labor

Rising Unemployment Rates in the Southern Tier: New Data from the …

January 23, 2024
The New York State Department of Labor has released its latest statistics on unemployment rates across the state. The highest increase in unemployment was seen in Broome County, …
Soaring Unemployment Rates Conclude 2023

Soaring Unemployment Rates Conclude 2023

January 23, 2024
Preliminary data from the California Employment Development Department (EDD) reveals that the unemployment rate rose in Stanislaus and Merced counties. In Stanislaus County, the …