California Provides Additional Fund to Aid Dislocated Oil and Gas Employees

California Provides Additional Fund to Aid Dislocated Oil and Gas …

October 26, 2024
CALLING EDD: For any queries related to the transition program or to avail of the services provided by the Employment Development Department, civilians can get in touch with the …
Increase in Washington's Paid Family Leave Premiums

Increase in Washington's Paid Family Leave Premiums

October 25, 2024
The Paid Family and Medical Leave program in Washington state is set to see premium rates increase from 0.74% to 0.92% starting in January next year. This state program allows …
Increase in Premiums for Paid Family Leave in WA

Increase in Premiums for Paid Family Leave in WA

October 25, 2024
Washington state employees will see an increase in the deduction from their paychecks towards Paid Family and Medical Leave starting next year. The annual recalculation of this …
Prosecutors Allege Trio Scammed $1 Million From Sacramento-Area Banks Using Unemployment Cards

Prosecutors Allege Trio Scammed $1 Million From Sacramento-Area Banks …

October 25, 2024
With the rise in unemployment claims due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are struggling to contact the California Employment Development Department (EDD). Filled with …
A Surprising 15K Decline in Unemployment Claims: An Unexpected Positive Turn

A Surprising 15K Decline in Unemployment Claims: An Unexpected …

October 24, 2024
There are several ways to get in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California. One of the most common methods is by phone. The EDD provides several numbers …
Renowned Director Edd Griles of Cyndi Lauper's Girls Just Want to Have Fun Music Video Passes Away at 78

Renowned Director Edd Griles of Cyndi Lauper's Girls Just Want to Have …

October 24, 2024
The Economic Development Department (EDD) in California plays a pivotal role in fulfilling the needs of the Californians during challenging times, such as during the pandemic. …
Girls Just Want to Have Fun Music Video Director, Edd Griles, Passes Away at 78

Girls Just Want to Have Fun Music Video Director, Edd Griles, Passes …

October 24, 2024
Navigating the process of filing for unemployment can often be a challenge. However, understanding how to contact the proper resources can make the journey smoother. If you’re in …
Survey Reveals Majority of Michigan's Small Businesses Favor Paid Family and Medical Leave Policies

Survey Reveals Majority of Michigan's Small Businesses Favor Paid …

October 24, 2024
A new opinion poll demonstrates that a vast majority of small businesses in Michigan are in support of a national paid family and medical leave program. This program would be …
The Escalating Crisis of a Growing Disability Claims Backlog

The Escalating Crisis of a Growing Disability Claims Backlog

October 24, 2024
Robert Moore, a 61-year-old resident of Gloucester, Massachusetts, found himself out of work after suffering a shoulder injury while working as a health care aide at a brain injury …
Solving the Edd McKinley Mystery: Carroll McMahan's Exploration of the Enigmatic Mountain Enigma

Solving the Edd McKinley Mystery: Carroll McMahan's Exploration of the …

October 24, 2024
In 1915, two men named Jim and Joe Cole found a young boy frozen to death in the Smoky Mountains. The boy, who was discovered under an overhanging rock where he had sought …
Headline: Ohio Call Center Worker Incorrectly Disburses $3M in Federal Unemployment Aid, Report Discloses

Headline: Ohio Call Center Worker Incorrectly Disburses $3M in Federal …

October 24, 2024
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a call center employee misallocated over $3 million in federal unemployment benefits, with a portion being allocated to herself, as detailed in a new …
Reforming Disability Insurance to Aid Canada's Aging Workforce

Reforming Disability Insurance to Aid Canada's Aging Workforce

October 24, 2024
As Canada’s population ages and employers desire to retain older workers, the need for income protection provided by long-term disability (LTD) insurance becomes more pressing. A …
Unexpected Drop in Unemployment Claims

Unexpected Drop in Unemployment Claims

October 24, 2024
Communication has always been considered one of the highest priorities. In the context of EDD (Employment Development Department), this statement becomes more profound. There are …
A Comprehensive Guide to Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits

A Comprehensive Guide to Applying for Social Security Disability …

October 24, 2024
Conducting business with the Employment Development Department (EDD) can sometimes be a complex task, particularly in California where many citizens face hurdles in trying to reach …
US Jobless Claims Drop as Continuing Claims Reach Their Peak since 2021

US Jobless Claims Drop as Continuing Claims Reach Their Peak since …

October 24, 2024
In the state of California, the Employment Development Department (EDD) functions as an essential resource to access unemployment benefits, disability benefits, paid family leave …
Oconto County Achieves Record-Equalling Low Unemployment Rate

Oconto County Achieves Record-Equalling Low Unemployment Rate

October 24, 2024
The primary ways to contact EDD (Employment Development Department) are through phone calls, written mail or online. The EDD website provides various resources and information for …
Unemployment Rate in the County Remains Consistent

Unemployment Rate in the County Remains Consistent

October 24, 2024
The preliminary unemployment rate for Hancock County in September was reported to be 3.7% by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development. This figure remains the same as the …
Getting to Know: Diane Winiarski

Getting to Know: Diane Winiarski

October 24, 2024
With over three decades of professional experience in the fields of medical management, vocational rehabilitation, and placement services, I have demonstrated leadership in managed …
Can Established Arts Organizations Survive Without City Arts Funding?

Can Established Arts Organizations Survive Without City Arts Funding?

October 23, 2024
The Economic Development Department (EDD) of Austin City initiated a significant alteration to its arts grants program two years ago, aiming to create more opportunities for …
Job Fair for Bilinguals Contributes to Lowering Unemployment Rates

Job Fair for Bilinguals Contributes to Lowering Unemployment Rates

October 23, 2024
Madison College’s Goodman South Campus recently held a bilingual job fair aimed at providing employment opportunities to the Latinx community in the area. The event saw the …
Wisconsin's Nine Counties Set Record for Lowest Unemployment

Wisconsin's Nine Counties Set Record for Lowest Unemployment

October 23, 2024
Nine counties in Wisconsin are currently boasting record low unemployment rates, according to a report from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD). These counties …
Surviving Without Work: 26% of Employed Americans Unsure How They'd Manage Expenses for Three Years

Surviving Without Work: 26% of Employed Americans Unsure How They'd …

October 23, 2024
If you’ve recently lost your job or are facing a reduction in hours, you may be wondering how to navigate California’s State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Paid Family Leave (PFL) …
State-wise Unemployment Rates: Discover Your State's Ranking

State-wise Unemployment Rates: Discover Your State's Ranking

October 23, 2024
The national unemployment rate is currently 4.1%, up from 3.8% a year prior. Nonetheless, states’ unemployment rates can greatly vary, ranging from as low as 2% to as high as 5.7%. …
IVF Coverage to be Provided by Insurance for 9 Million Californians: Insurify Insights

IVF Coverage to be Provided by Insurance for 9 Million Californians: …

October 23, 2024
As of July 1, 2025, California legislation mandates large group health insurance plans and disability insurance policies to cover diagnosis and treatment of infertility, including …
Unemployment Rate in Poland Stands at 5.0% in September

Unemployment Rate in Poland Stands at 5.0% in September

October 23, 2024
Navigating through the complex bureaucracy of California’s employment development department (EDD) can often seem like an overwhelming task. Whether you need to claim unemployment …
Record-Low Unemployment Achieved in 9 Wisconsin Counties

Record-Low Unemployment Achieved in 9 Wisconsin Counties

October 22, 2024
Nine counties in Wisconsin have achieved a significant milestone in their respective job markets: record-low unemployment rates. One of the highlighted counties is Rock County, …
Decoding California's Unhealthy Labor Force: Beyond the Unemployment Rate

Decoding California's Unhealthy Labor Force: Beyond the Unemployment …

October 22, 2024
California’s official unemployment rate remained stagnant at 5.3% in September, signaling that over a million adults in the state seeking employment were unable to secure jobs. …
Illinois Ranks Second in Nation's Highest Unemployment Rates

Illinois Ranks Second in Nation's Highest Unemployment Rates

October 22, 2024
Illinois is tied with California for the nation’s second-worst unemployment rate, according to September 2024 data. With an unemployment rate of 5.3%, both states exceed the …
September Sees Significant Drop in Unemployment Rate in Buffalo Niagara

September Sees Significant Drop in Unemployment Rate in Buffalo …

October 22, 2024
The jobs numbers for September exceeded expectations, with the unemployment rate dipping to 4.1%. This drop was largely attributed to gains in the food services and construction …
Unemployment Rate in Nevada Reaches a Three-Year Peak Just Weeks Ahead of Elections

Unemployment Rate in Nevada Reaches a Three-Year Peak Just Weeks Ahead …

October 22, 2024
Understanding the benefits and functions of the Economic Development Department (EDD) and State Disability Insurance (SDI) can be beneficial, especially for those who are unable to …
Should I Apply for Social Security Disability at 62 with $1.5M in Savings Despite Being Legally Blind and Unable to Work?

Should I Apply for Social Security Disability at 62 with $1.5M in …

October 22, 2024
For those who are legally disabled but have a substantial amount of savings or assets, it is worth considering applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). In this …
Pursuing a Doctorate in K-12 Educational Leadership: A Comprehensive Guide

Pursuing a Doctorate in K-12 Educational Leadership: A Comprehensive …

October 22, 2024
Rapid changes in technology, economy and culture are occurring across the educational landscape which emphasizes the need for school administrative leaders to acquire the necessary …
Mother's Perspective: Evaluating Candidates' Stances on Childcare and Paid Leave

Mother's Perspective: Evaluating Candidates' Stances on Childcare and …

October 22, 2024
During a town hall event, Mother Forward, an advocacy group for affordable childcare and paid leave, questioned candidates for local and federal office. The event was held by the …
Decrease in China's Youth Unemployment Rate Following Two Months of Steady Increase

Decrease in China's Youth Unemployment Rate Following Two Months of …

October 21, 2024
The article primarily discusses how a claimant can contact EDD, the Employment Development Department in California. In terms of the various types of support offered by the …
Unraveling the Unemployment Issue with Jan Appel

Unraveling the Unemployment Issue with Jan Appel

October 21, 2024
In a 1921 Berlin public party congress, Jan Appel discusses the issue of unemployment, in relation to the function of the capitalist system in society. He likens the nature of …
New York's 2025 Paid Family Leave Contribution Rate and Maximum Weekly Benefits Explained

New York's 2025 Paid Family Leave Contribution Rate and Maximum Weekly …

October 21, 2024
The New York State Department of Financial Services annually announces changes related to the New York Paid Family Leave Law (NY PFL). The department has made known new changes …
Understanding Employment Trends: Why Investors Need Not Worry about Job Cuts and Unemployment

Understanding Employment Trends: Why Investors Need Not Worry about …

October 21, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a department of the California state government that provides a variety of services to working Californians. These services include …
Latest Updates on Disability Insurance

Latest Updates on Disability Insurance

October 20, 2024
Section 80DD of the income tax law is designed to alleviate the financial pressure on caregivers by establishing a fund to deal with inflation and healthcare expenses, for …
How Social Security Can Assist You in Starting or Resuming Work

How Social Security Can Assist You in Starting or Resuming Work

October 20, 2024
For those receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and looking to get back into the workforce, the Ticket to Work (Ticket) …
Family Policies: From Harris's Advocacy to Trump's Approval

Family Policies: From Harris's Advocacy to Trump's Approval

October 19, 2024
Navigating bureaucratic procedures can often be a challenging task, but when you have the right information, the process can become much simpler. If you need assistance with a …
Harris vs Trump: Their Stances on Social Security and Medicare

Harris vs Trump: Their Stances on Social Security and Medicare

October 19, 2024
The Social Security and Medicare trust funds are key programs that play a significant role in the lives of millions of Americans. Yet, these two vital safety net programs have been …
Job Numbers Decrease in Mother Lode While Remaining Steady in the State

Job Numbers Decrease in Mother Lode While Remaining Steady in the …

October 18, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) has released the unemployment figures for September. The data reveals that the job numbers for the state remained steady with …
September Sees Notable Decrease in Unemployment Rates

September Sees Notable Decrease in Unemployment Rates

October 18, 2024
September was a month of recovery for the local labor market, as reported by the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD). Unemployment numbers have fallen at …
Find Out Your Eligibility & Payment Dates for $3822 SSDI Benefits in October 2024

Find Out Your Eligibility & Payment Dates for $3822 SSDI Benefits in …

October 18, 2024
The United States government is set to provide $3822 SSDI benefits to eligible citizens who are disabled and unable to cover their expenses. The Social Security Disability …
Discover the Economic Priorities for the 2025 State Legislature

Discover the Economic Priorities for the 2025 State Legislature

October 18, 2024
The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) is busy strategizing its legislative agenda as the 2025 legislature draws near. The current proposal lays out the priorities …
New Strategy to Increase Foster Family Figures with Paid Leave

New Strategy to Increase Foster Family Figures with Paid Leave

October 18, 2024
In the state of California, reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) can prove to be a challenging task due to the sheer volume of inquiries they receive. …
Cessation of Paid Maternity Leave for Mothers Experiencing Stillbirths

Cessation of Paid Maternity Leave for Mothers Experiencing Stillbirths

October 18, 2024
The United States is currently one of the seven countries worldwide without federally guaranteed paid leave. Reports indicate that a mere 27% of the U.S. private workforce access …
No Change in Ohio's Unemployment Rate Since August

No Change in Ohio's Unemployment Rate Since August

October 18, 2024
COLUMBUS, Ohio – According to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, the state’s unemployment rate remained steady at 4.5% in September, the same rate as August. The …
Understanding the Advantages of Long-Term Disability Insurance: Insights from Ron Wheatcroft

Understanding the Advantages of Long-Term Disability Insurance: …

October 18, 2024
The long-term disability income market has seen significant changes recently, thanks to shifts in government focus and an increase in non-working individuals due to illness. The …
Understanding Parental Pressure: An Insight from MOV Parent

Understanding Parental Pressure: An Insight from MOV Parent

October 17, 2024
The impact of societal pressures on children has increasingly become acuter with the advancement of our competitive global society. Such pressures fundamentally stem from adults …
Minnesota's Job Growth: 6,300 Positions Added in September as Unemployment Drops to 3.4%

Minnesota's Job Growth: 6,300 Positions Added in September as …

October 17, 2024
The article discusses the various ways you can get in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California. This includes speaking to a live person, setting up an …
Dramatic Drop in Florida's Unemployment Claims after Massive Surge at the Month's Start

Dramatic Drop in Florida's Unemployment Claims after Massive Surge at …

October 17, 2024
Florida experienced a significant drop in new unemployment claims for the week ending October 12, according to data from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). This coincides with a …
The Effects of Local Regulatory Shifts on Disability Benefits

The Effects of Local Regulatory Shifts on Disability Benefits

October 17, 2024
Understanding disability benefits, especially amid changing policies and regulations, can become quite overwhelming for many individuals. These benefits vary based on different …
Understanding Disaster Assistance and Unemployment Benefits Application Process Post-Hurricane

Understanding Disaster Assistance and Unemployment Benefits …

October 17, 2024
Hurricane Helene caused significant damage in the Southeast, affecting over 230 individuals since it landed in late September. Just a fortnight later, Category 3 Hurricane Milton …
Bucks County State House Candidates Debate on Child Care Worker Retention, Paid Family Leave, and Other Vital Issues

Bucks County State House Candidates Debate on Child Care Worker …

October 17, 2024
BBC Newshour covered a candidate’s forum, where state house candidates in Bucks County discussed various issues. Joe Hogan and K.C. Tomlinson, both Republican Representatives, and …
Utilizing Music for Enhanced Learning and Performance: A Medical Perspective

Utilizing Music for Enhanced Learning and Performance: A Medical …

October 17, 2024
The article primarily discusses the use of music as an effective study tool for medical students and physicians. Numerous research studies have shown a positive association between …
Securing Your Family's Future with Long-Term Disability Insurance

Securing Your Family's Future with Long-Term Disability Insurance

October 16, 2024
As the primary breadwinner, your family depends on your income for everyday expenses such as mortgage payments, bills, and groceries. But the question arises, what if one is unable …
Is a $600 Boost in SSDI Disability Payments on the Horizon? Here's What You Need to Know

Is a $600 Boost in SSDI Disability Payments on the Horizon? Here's …

October 16, 2024
Unemployment benefits, administered through the Employment Development Department (EDD), are crucial for many workers who are unable to find or keep steady work in California. If …
Farooq-e-Azam Advises: Poverty-Stricken Population Faces Almost 50% Unemployment Rate

Farooq-e-Azam Advises: Poverty-Stricken Population Faces Almost 50% …

October 16, 2024
The alarming rate of unemployment among the disadvantaged population in some areas has escalated to an estimated 50%. This significant increase has highlighted problems related to …
Essential Guide to Key Person Insurance for Startups

Essential Guide to Key Person Insurance for Startups

October 16, 2024
Key person insurance is a critical risk management tool for startups, providing financial protection in case of a key employee’s death or disability. These policies pay a set …
Eli Lilly to Test Use of Weight Loss Medications in Tackling UK Unemployment Issue

Eli Lilly to Test Use of Weight Loss Medications in Tackling UK …

October 16, 2024
Navigating the systems for employment benefits such as SDI, PFL, and EDD can feel overwhelming, especially when you need assistance. Across these various state social programs, …
Avoiding Common Errors in Long-Term Disability Claim Filing

Avoiding Common Errors in Long-Term Disability Claim Filing

October 15, 2024
Navigating long-term disability insurance claims can be a daunting task. It is important to avoid common mistakes in order to secure a successful outcome. First and foremost, …
Hurricane Milton Victims: Here's How to Access Disaster Unemployment Assistance

Hurricane Milton Victims: Here's How to Access Disaster Unemployment …

October 15, 2024
Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) has been announced as a means of support for individuals whose employment or self-employment was affected due to the impact of Hurricane …
Additional Charges for Mississippi Prisoner Following Suspected Unemployment Fraud with Sister

Additional Charges for Mississippi Prisoner Following Suspected …

October 15, 2024
The California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides various services to individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria. These services include Unemployment …