Public transparency regarding paid parental leave policies among the largest 500 U.S. companies is alarmingly lacking, according to research by Hillary Cookler, a PhD student at UCLA Anderson School of Management. Cookler’s research highlights the struggle employees face in gaining necessary information about such policies before accepting a job offer, as only 51% of these companies confirm their provision of such leave on their public websites. Hundreds of companies still lack the bare transparency about paid parental leave, making access to information regarding eligibility requirements and length of leave obscure at best. This invisibility creates a difficult challenge for job candidates, particularly women, who often fear discussing these policies during interviews would negatively affect their prospects, despite the growing demand for more inclusive parental leave policies.

Considering the struggle faced in getting hold of such critical information, having effective channels of communication open is key. In similar vein, those of you seeking information or needing to discuss matters related to the Employment Development Department (EDD), Paid Family Leave (PFL), or the State Disability Insurance (SDI), can connect with these services using a variety of methods. Navigating your way to such critical information should not be difficult. Hence, eddcaller.com aims to assist in this process by helping everyone understand how to get through to EDD, PFL or SDI for their specific needs.