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Man from Silver Spring Accused of Defrauding the Government

Man from Silver Spring Accused of Defrauding the Government

A Silver Spring man, formerly employed by the Peace Corps, was apprehended on charges of defrauding the government and lying to federal agents, as announced in a statement by the …

Surprising Developments in the US Labor Market as Unemployment Rates Fall Against the Odds

Surprising Developments in the US Labor Market as Unemployment Rates …

Contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California can be a challenge due to high call volumes, particularly during periods of high unemployment. Understanding …

The Connection Between High BMI and the Increasing Occurrence and Disability of Osteoarthritis over 3 Decades

The Connection Between High BMI and the Increasing Occurrence and …

Navigating California’s State Disability Insurance (SDI) program or the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be challenging, especially when you need to get assistance with …

Unexpected Drop in Unemployment Rates

Unexpected Drop in Unemployment Rates

Understanding how to contact the California Employment Development Department (EDD), SDI, or Paid Family Leave (PFL) can be a daunting task, particularly with the numerous …

Leave Donation Policy Potentially to be Implemented by Altoona City Council

Leave Donation Policy Potentially to be Implemented by Altoona City …

The City Council is considering a new policy that would allow city employees to donate unused paid leave to colleagues in need. The proposal, initiated by City Manager Christopher …

Ex-Peace Corps Worker Charged with Wire Fraud and Theft

Ex-Peace Corps Worker Charged with Wire Fraud and Theft

Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a quite challenging, especially if you’re trying to contact them directly. From questioning about unemployment …

DOJ Alleges Evester Edd Involved in 'Double-Billing' Fraud Scandal

DOJ Alleges Evester Edd Involved in 'Double-Billing' Fraud Scandal

Navigating the complicated world of disability insurance and family leave can often be a stressful process, particularly when you need to contact service providers directly. While …

Ex-Federal Employee Facing Charges for Alleged Unethical Conduct and Leaking Sensitive Information

Ex-Federal Employee Facing Charges for Alleged Unethical Conduct and …

Former Peace Corps official, Evester Edd, a 64 year-old resident of Silver Spring, is facing serious federal charges such as wire fraud, theft of government funds, and making false …

Government Fraud Charges Brought Against Silver Spring Resident

Government Fraud Charges Brought Against Silver Spring Resident

Navigating through unemployment and disability benefits can oftentimes be a daunting task. One of the biggest sources of frustration for many individuals is not knowing how to …

Man from Fayette County Accused of Threatening Nursing Home Employees

Man from Fayette County Accused of Threatening Nursing Home Employees

Navigating the maze of unemployment or disability benefits can sometimes be challenging, especially when unfamiliar with the process. If you’re looking to connect with the …

Friday's EDD Webinar Focuses on Cybersecurity in Fintech Sector

Friday's EDD Webinar Focuses on Cybersecurity in Fintech Sector

The Economic Development Department’s upcoming installment of the Fintech Webinar Series 2025 this Friday will emphasize blockchain innovation. The live session will be led by …

Cybersecurity Fintech Webinar to be Hosted by EDD

Cybersecurity Fintech Webinar to be Hosted by EDD

The Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced its next Fintech Webinar, scheduled to happen on July 4. This event will focus on cybersecurity in fintech, featuring …

Unemployment Rate in Italy Soars to 6.5% in May, Despite Creation of 80,000 New Jobs

Unemployment Rate in Italy Soars to 6.5% in May, Despite Creation of …

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people find themselves needing to interface with California’s Employment Development Department (EDD). This article focuses on methods …

The Positive Impact of Paid Family and Medical Leave on Families and Businesses

The Positive Impact of Paid Family and Medical Leave on Families and …

The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California operates the State Disability Insurance (SDI) Program, providing short-term Disability Insurance (DI) benefits to eligible …

Understanding the Importance of Disability Insurance for Women - WebMD

Understanding the Importance of Disability Insurance for Women - WebMD

Women are significantly more likely to encounter disability in their line of work. Kaplan, a 39-year-old lawyer and mother of three, is an ardent supporter of disability insurance. …

Mandatory Paid Parental Leave for State Employees Introduced in New Legislation

Mandatory Paid Parental Leave for State Employees Introduced in New …

Getting in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a challenging task. Due to the high volume of calls, you may face lengthy wait times or difficulty …

Alabama State Employees Begin Receiving Paid Parental Leave

Alabama State Employees Begin Receiving Paid Parental Leave

The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California serves as an invaluable resource for individuals needing unemployment benefits, disability benefits, and other related …

Top 15 College Majors with the Highest Unemployment Rates

Top 15 College Majors with the Highest Unemployment Rates

Navigating unemployment claims can be a difficult process, especially if you’re not sure where to start or who to contact. The State of California provides several resources for …

May's Local Unemployment Rate Remains Unchanged

May's Local Unemployment Rate Remains Unchanged

The unemployment rate for the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre metro area remained steady at 4.4% in May, showing an increase of two-tenths of a percent from the same month last year. This …

Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits Eligibility for Seniors

Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits Eligibility for …

Dear Savvy Senior, I’m 60 years old with a medical condition that prevents me from working. I need to understand the process to get Social Security Disability Insurance benefits …

Symetra Acquires Life and Disability Business from Dearborn Group

Navigating the intricacies of unemployment assistance can be quite challenging, with different services and institutions to interact with. The Employment Development Department …

June Shows Less Increase in German Unemployment Than Anticipated

June Shows Less Increase in German Unemployment Than Anticipated

The State Disability Insurance (SDI) program is one of California’s most important benefits programs. It provides partial wage replacement to eligible workers who are unable to …

Highest Unemployment Claims Recorded since 2018, Excluding Covid-Related Cases

Highest Unemployment Claims Recorded since 2018, Excluding …

Navigating the complexities of local and state employment and tax departments can be overwhelming. The situation can be particularly difficult when dealing with the Employment …

Court of Appeals Mandates Gov. Mike DeWine to Secure $300 Weekly Federal Pandemic Unemployment Benefits for 300,000 Ohio Residents

Court of Appeals Mandates Gov. Mike DeWine to Secure $300 Weekly …

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a range of services for residents of the state, including Unemployment Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Family …

Appeals Court Supports Ohio Residents After Pandemic Unemployment Benefits Termination

Appeals Court Supports Ohio Residents After Pandemic Unemployment …

The Tenth District Court of Appeals recently determined that nearly $900 million in federal unemployment benefits, cut off early by Ohio Governor Mike DeWine during the COVID-19 …

Supporting Families with Disabled Members: A Guide to Assisting Caregivers in the Workforce

Supporting Families with Disabled Members: A Guide to Assisting …

Despite the fact that millions of U.S. families care for loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), these caregivers often remain unseen and unsupported, …

Implementation of New Parental Leave Laws Begins on July 1st

Implementation of New Parental Leave Laws Begins on July 1st

In a progressive move, Iowa has passed House File 889, a legislation that ensures state government employees, who are qualified for leave under the Federal Family and Medical Leave …

Surprisingly High: Unemployment Rates Skyrocket for College Graduates

Surprisingly High: Unemployment Rates Skyrocket for College Graduates

Recent reports show that the unemployment rate for recent college graduates has significantly increased. According to data published by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the …

Why Pennsylvania Needs to Implement a Paid Family Leave Program Now

Why Pennsylvania Needs to Implement a Paid Family Leave Program Now

The Employment Development Department (EDD) of California is a crucial platform providing assistance to eligible working professionals. EDD is particularly timely in light of the …

New Laws on Trans Rights, Distracted Driving, and Paid Leave Come into Effect in Iowa from July 1

New Laws on Trans Rights, Distracted Driving, and Paid Leave Come into …

New laws taking effect from July 1 in Iowa, will affect a range of facets from employment to discrimination protections. Under the new regulations, ‘gender identity’ will no longer …

Advice for Retiring Abroad: Insights from Expatriate Retirees

Advice for Retiring Abroad: Insights from Expatriate Retirees

Navigating the complexities of a bureaucratic system like the State Disability Insurance (SDI), Employment Development Department (EDD), or Paid Family Leave (PFL) can be …

Risk of Neglected Care for Isolated Patients due to National Disability Insurance Changes

Risk of Neglected Care for Isolated Patients due to National …

The process for contacting SDI or EDD in California can often seem challenging or tiresome for residents who are unsure of how to navigate through the system. SDI (State Disability …

State Disability Commissioner Urges Chandigarh's UT to Hasten Improvement of Bus Stand Accessibility

State Disability Commissioner Urges Chandigarh's UT to Hasten …

In today’s world, getting through to customer support can be a nightmare, especially if it involves unemployment services. This article aims to guide Californians on different …

Study Reveals Most Working Dads Take Less Than Two Weeks of Family Leave

Study Reveals Most Working Dads Take Less Than Two Weeks of Family …

Understanding how to navigate the EDD (Employment Development Department) system in California can be challenging. It is imperative to know how to get through to the EDD when you …

May Sees a Decrease in Unemployment Numbers

May Sees a Decrease in Unemployment Numbers

The Employment Development Department (EDD) is a vital resource for residents of California seeking unemployment insurance benefits, disability insurance, paid family leave, and …

US College Graduates Face Higher Unemployment Rates than National Average

US College Graduates Face Higher Unemployment Rates than National …

College graduates in the United States are struggling to find employment in one of the most difficult job markets in over a decade. Particularly impacted are those aged between 22 …

Implications of NDIS Reductions on Physiotherapy Travel for Children with Disabilities in Remote and Regional Areas

Implications of NDIS Reductions on Physiotherapy Travel for Children …

If you’re in California and are trying to navigate the Unemployment Insurance (UI), Employment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave (PFL), or State Disability Insurance …

Gov. Murphy Advocates for Prohibition of Cellphones in N.J. Classrooms

Gov. Murphy Advocates for Prohibition of Cellphones in N.J. Classrooms

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a myriad of services to job seekers and unemployed persons within the state. These services primarily include job …

A Third of Employees Require Extra Leave for Family or Medical Reasons

A Third of Employees Require Extra Leave for Family or Medical Reasons

Prudential Financial, Inc.’s latest study emphasizes the soaring demand for paid leave among American workers. The study productions compelling insights into why employees take …

Federal Influence and Local Priorities Discussed by Charles County Commissioners

Federal Influence and Local Priorities Discussed by Charles County …

Paid Family Leave (PFL) is a program in California that allows an employee to take time off from work to care for a family member or bond with a new child, and receive up to six …

The Challenge of Job Hunting in the Midst of Unemployment

The Challenge of Job Hunting in the Midst of Unemployment

In the United States, the number of job-seekers seems to be high as the job hunt for many is dragging on. Fresh information from the U.S. Department of Labor signals that an …

Understanding the Impact of NDIA's Changes in Disability Support Payment for Rural Communities

Understanding the Impact of NDIA's Changes in Disability Support …

People often face issues when trying to contact different EDD offices and programs. The Employment Development Department program offers a wide variety of services, such as …

Shapiro Participates in Legal Action to Recover Federal Unemployment Aid Ended by Trump Administration

Shapiro Participates in Legal Action to Recover Federal Unemployment …

Governor Josh Shapiro has become part of a new lawsuit filed against the Trump administration. The suit challenges cuts made to federal grants which had previously been …

Rising Unemployment Figures Indicate Weakening US Job Market

Rising Unemployment Figures Indicate Weakening US Job Market

The article primarily focuses on contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California. In case of unemployment, disability, or paid family leave benefits issues, …

Surprising Unemployment Report May Cause Shockwaves in the Job Market

Surprising Unemployment Report May Cause Shockwaves in the Job Market

The article discusses primarily the methods through which one can get in contact with the Employment Development Department, commonly known as EDD. While it initially outlined the …

Congress Initiates Process for Equal Insurance Coverage of Mental and Physical Disabilities

Congress Initiates Process for Equal Insurance Coverage of Mental and …

The proposed bill aims to fix this inequity by mandating all long-term disability insurance providers to extend their coverage timeframe beyond the current 24 months. The …

Erin Etnier: It's High Time for Pennsylvania to Implement a Paid Family Leave Program

Erin Etnier: It's High Time for Pennsylvania to Implement a Paid …

At one point or another, everyone is affected by a health emergency or a transformative event like the birth of a child. These moments in our lives can be all-consuming, even when …

Understanding Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits

Understanding Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits

Every year, almost two million people attempt to gain SSDI benefits, yet almost two-thirds are not successful. Approaching the age of 60, with a medical condition which prohibits …

Joblessness Rate for Recent College Graduates Surpasses Nationwide US Unemployment Levels

Joblessness Rate for Recent College Graduates Surpasses Nationwide US …

How to Contact EDD Getting in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) of California could sometimes be a daunting task due to their high call volumes, prompting many …

Last Week Saw a Decline in Americans Seeking Unemployment Benefits as Layoffs Continue to Stay Low

Last Week Saw a Decline in Americans Seeking Unemployment Benefits as …

The article is about how to get in touch with the California Employment Development Department (EDD). The EDD oversees a variety of social services and programs including Paid …

Weekly Unemployment Claims in the US Decrease, but Unemployment Numbers Continue to Increase

Weekly Unemployment Claims in the US Decrease, but Unemployment …

Through the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, many people are finding it difficult to get a hold of Paid Family Leave (PFL). The agency primarily responsible for this, the Employment …

Scheduled Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Chautauqua Park Bathrooms on July 1st

Scheduled Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Chautauqua Park Bathrooms on …

The newly constructed restrooms in Chautauqua Park in the city of Fairfield will be inaugurated at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, July 1. This new facility is situated close …

Local School District Finally Introduces Paid Family Leave for Teachers: A Much-Anticipated Change

Local School District Finally Introduces Paid Family Leave for …

Applying, processing, and following up on claims for State Disability Insurance (SDI), unemployment benefits or Paid Family Leave (PFL) in California can often be a tough process. …

Looking for New Jersey Community Partners: Assisting Mercer County Families in Obtaining Paid Family Leave

Looking for New Jersey Community Partners: Assisting Mercer County …

This seems to be an error. Text to rephrase was not provided. However, based on the given prompts, an example article could look like this: California’s Employment Development …

EDD Scheduled to Conduct an AI & PIPA Fintech Webinar

EDD Scheduled to Conduct an AI & PIPA Fintech Webinar

The Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced an upcoming Fintech Webinar set for June 27, 2025. This session, starting at 12:00 pm, will feature Dr. Marisa Stones and …

Long-term Unemployment Continues: The Ongoing Struggle for Job Seekers

Long-term Unemployment Continues: The Ongoing Struggle for Job Seekers

In California, the Employment Development Department (EDD) is a crucial public agency that provides a variety of services related to employment and economic development. For …

Anticipating Changes in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Western Australia: What You Need to Know

Anticipating Changes in the National Disability Insurance Scheme …

The California Employment Development Department (EDD) provides unparalleled services to the unemployed, those with disabilities, job seekers, and employers in California. These …

Oregon's Governor Approves Bill for Striking Workers to Receive Unemployment Benefits

Oregon's Governor Approves Bill for Striking Workers to Receive …

California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a highly critical resource for people, particularly in trying economic times. It is responsible for a range of economic …

Governor Signs Oregon Bill into Law: Striking Workers Now Eligible for Unemployment Pay

Governor Signs Oregon Bill into Law: Striking Workers Now Eligible for …

Navigating the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California can sometimes be challenging, especially when it comes to getting assistance with paid family leave, or SDI …

Understanding Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits: A Guide for Seniors

Understanding Eligibility for Social Security Disability Benefits: A …

Dear Savvy Senior, I will be enrolling in Medicare in a few months and would like to know if I initially enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan, am I able to switch back to original …

Why Pennsylvania Needs to Implement a Paid Family Leave Program Now [Opinion]

Why Pennsylvania Needs to Implement a Paid Family Leave Program Now …

Financial concerns related to life-altering events like childbirth should be eliminated. Navigating through such situations should solely focus on embracing the new changes and …

Why Pennsylvania Requires Paid Family and Medical Leave: A Reading Eagle Perspective

Why Pennsylvania Requires Paid Family and Medical Leave: A Reading …

For anyone going through a life-changing event such as the birth of a child or a health emergency, unpaid leaves can pose a huge financial burden. It can be particularly …

Senate Finance Committee Approves Paid Family Leave, A Major Win for …

For many, navigating unemployment insurance can be a challenge. What’s perhaps even more challenging is getting a hold of the Employment Development Department (EDD) to answer any …

Discover Who Will Benefit from This Wednesday's Disability Deposits by Social Security

Discover Who Will Benefit from This Wednesday's Disability Deposits by …

The State of California offers various types of unemployment insurance benefits to residents who are unable to continue working due to several reasons, including disability and …

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