Unemployment claims in Florida rose last week, according to data from the U.S. Department of Labor. Filings increased from 4,034 to 5,866 for the week ending December 2. Similarly, U.S. unemployment claims saw an increase from 219,000 to 220,000 on a seasonally adjusted basis. The Virgin Islands experienced the largest percentage increase in weekly claims, with a massive jump of 1438.9%, while Delaware saw claims drop by a significant 61.4%. These statistics are sourced from the U.S Department of Labor’s weekly unemployment insurance claims report. For those seeking assistance with their individual claims, eddcaller.com offers a program that can aid in connecting individuals to an unemployment representative quickly and efficiently.