Blog Post: Despite Historic Low Unemployment, Why is Economic Sentiment Negative?

Blog Post: Despite Historic Low Unemployment, Why is Economic …

January 5, 2024
Handling the processes surrounding California’s unemployment insurance benefits, Paid Family Leave (PFL), and State Disability Insurance (SDI) can be complex. These programs, …
Preparing for the Jobs Report: Recent Trends in Unemployment

Preparing for the Jobs Report: Recent Trends in Unemployment

January 5, 2024
Contacting the Employment Development Department (EDD) can be a challenging task. However, this article will discuss several tips on how to get a hold of EDD customer service …
December Employment Overview: Job Increase and Dwindling Unemployment Rates Outpace Predictions

December Employment Overview: Job Increase and Dwindling Unemployment …

January 5, 2024
This article aims to provide guidance on methods to contact government agencies related to Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), and Paid …
Continuous Drop in Utah's Unemployment Claims

Continuous Drop in Utah's Unemployment Claims

January 5, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has reported a decrease in initial filings for unemployment benefits in Utah. The number of new jobless claims, a measure of layoffs, reportedly fell …
Historic Low Unemployment Rate Achieved in Lancaster County

Historic Low Unemployment Rate Achieved in Lancaster County

January 5, 2024
Lancaster County’s unemployment rate dropped to 2.3% in November 2023, marking the lowest rate since December 1999 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. An increase in …
November 2023 Unemployment Rates Released by Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet

November 2023 Unemployment Rates Released by Kentucky Education and …

January 4, 2024
The Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS) reported fluctuations in unemployment rates across 117 counties between November 2022 and November 2023. The lowest jobless rate was …
December Job Report: U.S. Economy Welcomes 216,000 New Jobs; Post-Strike Hollywood Sees Employment Boost

December Job Report: U.S. Economy Welcomes 216,000 New Jobs; …

January 4, 2024
The U.S. economy saw an addition of 216,000 jobs in December, exceeding expectations, with the unemployment rate holding steady at 3.7%. Despite concerns of a recession, the job …
Gov. Kathy Hochul Proposes Prenatal Leave for Expecting Mothers in New York

Gov. Kathy Hochul Proposes Prenatal Leave for Expecting Mothers in New …

January 4, 2024
The Economic Development Department (EDD) in California provides disability insurance, unemployment insurance, paid family leave, and job service programs. But getting in touch …
Update on the 2023 District Office Developments

Update on the 2023 District Office Developments

January 4, 2024
Assemblymember Marie Waldron, representing California’s 75th District, spent much of 2023 aiding district residents in resolving issues with state agencies. This included facing …
Hochul Suggests New Strategy for Paid Family Leave Amid Pregnancy

Hochul Suggests New Strategy for Paid Family Leave Amid Pregnancy

January 4, 2024
Navigating the world of unemployment benefits and state disability insurance can be challenging, especially when you need immediate assistance. Thus, knowing how to contact the …
Exploring the Life and Times of Michael Edd 'Dumplin' Hanes

Exploring the Life and Times of Michael Edd 'Dumplin' Hanes

January 4, 2024
For funeral homes, submitting obituaries is simple through our online service. This service allows you to compose a notice, add a photo or graphic, present a proof and cost to the …
Yeezy Clothing Brand Accumulates Almost $1 Million in Taxes

Yeezy Clothing Brand Accumulates Almost $1 Million in Taxes

January 4, 2024
Encountering difficulties in contacting services like Employment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave (PFL), and State Disability Insurance (SDI) can be incredibly …
Hochul Leads New York Toward Becoming the First State to Offer Paid Prenatal Leave

Hochul Leads New York Toward Becoming the First State to Offer Paid …

January 4, 2024
Navigating the ins and outs of unemployment claims, disability benefits, and Paid Family Leave can often be challenging. Here’s a helpful guide on how to get a hold of the …
Hochul Strives to Introduce the First Paid Prenatal Leave Benefit in the US, in NY

Hochul Strives to Introduce the First Paid Prenatal Leave Benefit in …

January 4, 2024
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) recently announced her intention to create a first-in-the-nation plan that would expand paid family leave to incorporate prenatal care. The motive …
Hochul Proposes Extension of Paid Leave for Prenatal Check-ups

Hochul Proposes Extension of Paid Leave for Prenatal Check-ups

January 4, 2024
Governor Kathy Hochul revealed her plans of introducing new legislation to expand New York’s paid family leave policy. The new policy will include a provision for up to 40 hours of …
Gov. Hochul Proposes Prenatal Leave Initiative for Mothers in New York

Gov. Hochul Proposes Prenatal Leave Initiative for Mothers in New York

January 4, 2024
Understanding Unemployment Services: How to Get Through to EDD Customer Service Are you grappling with unemployment and seeking ways on how to get through to EDD (Employment …
NY Governor Proposes Paid Leave for Prenatal Care, Aiming to Set New Standards for the Nation

NY Governor Proposes Paid Leave for Prenatal Care, Aiming to Set New …

January 4, 2024
New York Governor, Kathy Hochul, has proposed a plan to expand paid parental leave, allowing workers time off to attend prenatal appointments. This announcement was made as part of …
Hochul Advocates for Paid Leave for Expectant Employees for Prenatal Check-ups

Hochul Advocates for Paid Leave for Expectant Employees for Prenatal …

January 4, 2024
Gov. Kathy Hochul recently called for more paid time off for pregnant workers to attend prenatal medical appointments in an effort to reverse the increased rates of newborn and …
Hochul Advocates for Paid Leave for Prenatal Medical Check-ups for Expectant Employees

Hochul Advocates for Paid Leave for Prenatal Medical Check-ups for …

January 4, 2024
Gov. Kathy Hochul of Albany proposed on Feb. 1, 2023, that pregnant workers should be granted 40 hours of paid leave for prenatal medical appointments. This proposal is intended to …
Allegations Against California Man for Procuring $100,000 Through Unemployment Fraud

Allegations Against California Man for Procuring $100,000 Through …

January 4, 2024
The Center Square reports an indictment against a California man, suspect of defrauding the federal government of over $100,000 in unemployment benefits during the COVID-19 …
New York Governor Hochul Advocates for Paid Maternity Leave During Pregnancy

New York Governor Hochul Advocates for Paid Maternity Leave During …

January 4, 2024
The process of reaching out to government agencies such as the Employment Development Department (EDD), State Disability Insurance (SDI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) can be …
Deciphering Your COVID-19 Sick Leave Rights Amidst Increasing Cases in Central New York

Deciphering Your COVID-19 Sick Leave Rights Amidst Increasing Cases in …

January 4, 2024
Navigating through the web of unemployment services can be complex for those unfamiliar with the process. However, it’s crucial to understand the right ways to contact the …
New York Governor Advocates for Paid Maternity Leave

New York Governor Advocates for Paid Maternity Leave

January 4, 2024
Contacting Employment Development Department (EDD) in California can sometimes prove difficult due to high call volume. If you’re wondering how to contact EDD, there are several …
New York Governor Advocates for Paid Maternity Leave

New York Governor Advocates for Paid Maternity Leave

January 4, 2024
The Employment Development Department (EDD) in California is responsible for processing unemployment benefits, handling disability and paid family leave claims. If you’re having …
Rise in Montana's Unemployment Claims - Last Week's Report

Rise in Montana's Unemployment Claims - Last Week's Report

January 4, 2024
This article provides guidance on how to contact EDD (Employment Development Department) and other related services. If you have questions regarding California unemployment, …
Overseas Jobs: A Feasible Solution to Unemployment

Overseas Jobs: A Feasible Solution to Unemployment

January 4, 2024
Unemployment is an increasing issue for economies globally. The breathtakingly low unemployment rate of 3.2% in India, as determined by the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) for …
Support Initiatives Launched by Australian Government for NDIS Participants Impacted by Storms

Support Initiatives Launched by Australian Government for NDIS …

January 4, 2024
Following the aftermath of the ex-Tropical Cyclone (TC) Jasper, Australia’s National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is working in collaboration with various emergency response …
New York Might Be the First State to Provide Paid Prenatal Care Leave

New York Might Be the First State to Provide Paid Prenatal Care Leave

January 4, 2024
Navigating the ins and outs of the California unemployment system can be challenging, and many people often wonder about the fastest way to get through to EDD or how to contact a …
Hopes for 2024: Advocating for Paid Family Leave, Empowerment of Black Men, and Acknowledgment of Rural Perspectives

Hopes for 2024: Advocating for Paid Family Leave, Empowerment of Black …

January 4, 2024
Thomas McDade, a professor of anthropology at Northwestern University and co-director of the CIFAR Child and Brain Development Program, stated that the US is the only rich country …
Minor Increase Observed as November Unemployment Statistics for County are Revealed by the State

Minor Increase Observed as November Unemployment Statistics for County …

January 4, 2024
FRANKFORT, Ky. — According to the Kentucky Center for Statistics (KYSTATS), unemployment rates increased in 117 counties from November 2022 to November 2023. However, Hancock …
November Unemployment Rates Reach 3.2% in Providence Metro Area

November Unemployment Rates Reach 3.2% in Providence Metro Area

January 4, 2024
The Providence-Warwick metropolitan area saw an unadjusted unemployment rate of 3.2% in November, an increase from 2.8% in October and from 3.1% in November of the previous year, …
Rise in Unemployment Claims Witnessed in Minnesota Last Week

Rise in Unemployment Claims Witnessed in Minnesota Last Week

January 4, 2024
The process of getting in touch with the Employment Development Department (EDD) can seem daunting. There are various options such as calling the EDD phone number, emailing, or …
Analyzing Wisconsin's Unemployment Rate: From Trump's Presidency to the Present Day

Analyzing Wisconsin's Unemployment Rate: From Trump's Presidency to …

January 4, 2024
Navigating the California Employment Development Department (EDD) can occasionally be challenging, especially if you’re unsure about how to get a hold of the relevant services. …
Signs of Fracture Emerge in Maryland's High-Income, Low-Unemployment Economy | Staff Editorial

Signs of Fracture Emerge in Maryland's High-Income, Low-Unemployment …

January 4, 2024
The Maryland state economy presents a worrying contradiction, according to a new report by Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman. With the highest median household income ($108,200) and …
A Minor Decline Noted in Ohio's Weekly Unemployment Claims

A Minor Decline Noted in Ohio's Weekly Unemployment Claims

January 4, 2024
Ohio’s Department of Job and Family Services has reported that Ohioans filed 12,041 initial traditional unemployment claims last week, which was a decrease of 279 from the previous …
Weekly Unemployment Claims in the U.S. Drop Beyond Expectations

Weekly Unemployment Claims in the U.S. Drop Beyond Expectations

January 4, 2024
The Labor Department released a report revealing that first-time claims for U.S. unemployment benefits decreased significantly in the week ended December 30th. The report indicated …
Drop in US Unemployment Benefit Applications: An Indication of a Strong Job Market

Drop in US Unemployment Benefit Applications: An Indication of a …

January 4, 2024
With so many people in need of unemployment assistance, it can sometimes feel nearly impossible to get in touch with the necessary departments to address your questions and …
Weekly Unemployment Claims in the US Drop Beyond Predictions

Weekly Unemployment Claims in the US Drop Beyond Predictions

January 4, 2024
Navigating through the various government structures and systems can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to seeking information or assistance. One agency that individuals …
Decrease in US Unemployment Benefit Applications as Job Market Exhibits Resilience

Decrease in US Unemployment Benefit Applications as Job Market …

January 4, 2024
If you’re facing issues with unemployment benefits or need information from the Employment Development Department (EDD), it’s crucial to understand how to get a hold of EDD. …
Tracking the Unemployment Rate in Missouri: From Trump's Election to the Present Day

Tracking the Unemployment Rate in Missouri: From Trump's Election to …

January 4, 2024
If you’ve ever tried to reach the Employment Development Department (EDD), you may know how challenging it can be. With countless individuals relying on EDD for assistance with …
Your First Increased Social Security COLA for 2024 is Arriving This Month

Your First Increased Social Security COLA for 2024 is Arriving This …

January 4, 2024
California’s Employment Development Department (EDD) provides a myriad of benefits to eligible individuals, including Paid Family Leave (PFL) and State Disability Insurance (SDI). …
Spain Witnesses a Decline in Unemployment Rate

Spain Witnesses a Decline in Unemployment Rate

January 4, 2024
The number of unemployed people in Spain decreased by 130,197 last year, according to data released by the Ministry of Labour and Social Economy. Currently, a total of 2,707,456 …
Reactions to Africa's Largest Syringe Factory Closure: Unemployment Crisis Deepens

Reactions to Africa's Largest Syringe Factory Closure: Unemployment …

January 4, 2024
In 2017, Jubilee Syringe Manufacturing (JSM) held its grand opening. The event marked the start of an initiative with a mission to reduce Africa’s dependency on imported medical …
Bedford: The Cradle of Wrestling Love for Hall of Famer Bankowski

Bedford: The Cradle of Wrestling Love for Hall of Famer Bankowski

January 4, 2024
Long-time Bedford Public Schools teacher and wrestling coach, Edd Bankowski, accredits his successful career path to his physical education teacher and wrestling coach, Bill …
Unemployment Tax Forms to be Automatically Mailed, Announces Department of Labor

Unemployment Tax Forms to be Automatically Mailed, Announces …

January 3, 2024
The New York State Department of Labor has announced that unemployment tax forms will be automatically mailed to individuals who claimed benefits in 2023. The 1099-G form details …
Intel Corp. Dismisses Nearly 2,000 Employees from Folsom, Bay Area Offices Within a Year

Intel Corp. Dismisses Nearly 2,000 Employees from Folsom, Bay Area …

January 3, 2024
Intel Corp, the semiconductor company, has confirmed the permanent layoff of around 2,000 employees from their branches in California within a year. As announced in Worker …
Intel Corp. Downsizes: Nearly 2000 California Employees Dismissed in a Single Year

Intel Corp. Downsizes: Nearly 2000 California Employees Dismissed in a …

January 3, 2024
Intel Corp., the semiconductor company, has laid off nearly 2,000 employees in California over the course of a year. According to notices given to the California Employment …
Understanding the Qualifications for Paid Family Leave under the FAMLI Act

Understanding the Qualifications for Paid Family Leave under the FAMLI …

January 3, 2024
This article takes a closer look at how to get in contact with the Employment Development Department (EDD), Specific Disability Issues (SDI), and Paid Family Leave (PFL) in …
Last Week Sees a Drop in Michigan's Unemployment Claims

Last Week Sees a Drop in Michigan's Unemployment Claims

January 3, 2024
Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor reported a decrease in initial unemployment benefit filings in Michigan compared to the previous week. New jobless claims fell to 10,579 for …
Pennymac Lays Off Over 80 Employees at Year's End

Pennymac Lays Off Over 80 Employees at Year's End

January 3, 2024
Pennymac Financial Services, a nonbank mortgage lender and servicer, issued lay-off notices to more than 80 employees across five Californian offices in November 2023. This …
What to Do If You Haven't Received Your Social Security COLA Increase Notice?

What to Do If You Haven't Received Your Social Security COLA Increase …

January 3, 2024
Reaching out to the Employment Development Department (EDD) or other similar organizations can sometimes be confusing. To contact EDD, there are several methods available. One …
Spain's Unemployment Rate Decreases

Spain's Unemployment Rate Decreases

January 3, 2024
In 2023, Spain saw a significant decrease in unemployment rates, according to data released by the country’s Ministry of Labour and Social Economy. The figures showed a drop of …
Addressing Pakistan's Unemployment Problem

Addressing Pakistan's Unemployment Problem

January 3, 2024
Much attention is focused on understanding how to get through to EDD (Employment Development Department) in California. Being an essential point of contact for issues related to …
The Evolution of Maryland's Unemployment Rate: From Trump's Era to Present Day

The Evolution of Maryland's Unemployment Rate: From Trump's Era to …

January 3, 2024
Whether you’re facing an issue with filing for unemployment, finding it tough to get detailed information about Paid Family Leave, or have specific queries about State Disability …
Last Week saw a Rise in Unemployment Claims in Pennsylvania

Last Week saw a Rise in Unemployment Claims in Pennsylvania

January 3, 2024
Many people often wonder how best to get through to EDD (Employment Development Department) in California. If you are trying to reach the EDD customer service or any live …
Minneapolis Fed Cautions that Unemployment Rates May Hinder a Smooth Economic Recovery

Minneapolis Fed Cautions that Unemployment Rates May Hinder a Smooth …

January 3, 2024
Navigating through the red tape to contact the Employment Development Department (EDD) or Paid Family Leave (PFL) can sometimes seem daunting. However, with the correct approach …
Barkin from Federal Reserve Deems Economic Soft Landing 'Increasingly Likely': An Update

Barkin from Federal Reserve Deems Economic Soft Landing 'Increasingly …

January 3, 2024
When dealing with unemployment or disability-related issues, many people need to know how to contact a live person at the Employment Development Department (EDD) in California. …
California's Tax Increases to 14.4% in 2024: Are Texans Still Paying More?

California's Tax Increases to 14.4% in 2024: Are Texans Still Paying …

January 3, 2024
The top California income tax rate has been 13.3% for the past decade, but as of January 1, 2024, the new top rate is an unprecedented 14.4%. This increase is largely due to the …
Despite California's Tax Hike to 14.4% in 2024, Some Argue Texans Still Pay More

Despite California's Tax Hike to 14.4% in 2024, Some Argue Texans …

January 3, 2024
The California Franchise Tax Board oversees state income tax in California, which currently stands at 14.4%. This is an increase from the previous rate of 13.3%. This new rate is …
Tracking Indiana's Unemployment Rate: From Trump's Election Till Date

Tracking Indiana's Unemployment Rate: From Trump's Election Till Date

January 3, 2024
Navigating through the process of unemployment compensation, Paid Family Leave (PFL), or State Disability Insurance (SDI) can be difficult. A common challenge for many is figuring …
German Joblessness Rate Sees a Lower-than-Anticipated Increase

German Joblessness Rate Sees a Lower-than-Anticipated Increase

January 3, 2024
Germany’s unemployment rate slightly increased at the end of the year, despite the economic recession, according to official data released on Wednesday. The Federal Labor Agency …
Job Protections Elude 1M Workers as Family Leave Bill Falls Short

Job Protections Elude 1M Workers as Family Leave Bill Falls Short

January 3, 2024
Lawmakers have passed the A5166, a bill that expands the New Jersey family leave insurance program (FLI), but according to critics, the bill fails to address significant issues of …
Closing Out 2023: Pennsylvania Achieves Historically Low Unemployment Rates

Closing Out 2023: Pennsylvania Achieves Historically Low Unemployment …

January 3, 2024
In November 2023, Pennsylvania witnessed a record-low unemployment rate of 3.4%, a one-percent drop from the previous year. Scott Meckley, the deputy director for the Center for …
Rise in Unemployment Claims in Georgia for the Week Ending on Dec. 23

Rise in Unemployment Claims in Georgia for the Week Ending on Dec. 23

January 3, 2024
Understanding the processes and procedures relating to unemployment benefits can be difficult, especially when you need to contact them. One could go through many difficulties …