Employment Situation Across USA – September 2015

In continuation with its task of providing monthly reports on the overall Employment footing across at the states in the USA, The Bureau of Labor Statistics(BLS), operating under the aegis of the U.S Department of Labor released its publication titled “Regional and State Employment and Unemployment” on October 20 that presents in depth statistics, data and analysis of performance of states and regions during the month of September 2015. In … Read more

Weekly Unemployment Claims: How To Apply And Check The Status Of Payments

If you have lost your job through no fault of your own, you can file for Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits. After filing an initial unemployment claim, you must certify that you are fully or partially unemployed every week to stay eligible and continue to receive payments. This is done by filing a weekly unemployment claim.  The weekly unemployment claim, also known as weekly certification, verifies that you were unemployed during … Read more

Schooling and Unemployment Insurance Benefits

You may be one of hundreds of unemployed class across the country contemplating and exploring the opportunity to gain additional skills or get into a new domain that interests you. This calls for attending training or going to school full time/part time. Whether you’re recently dealing with unemployment or job loss, or you’ve been sending out resumes for a while, heading back to school can be a great way to … Read more

A Glimpse At Companies Hiring People During The Coronavirus Pandemic

With the Coronavirus pandemic spreading rapidly across the United States, businesses continue to shutter, causing millions to lose their jobs. As per the latest reports, the unemployment rate has reached 11%, and nearly 26.4 million people have filed for unemployment insurance benefits. Big companies like JCPenny, Under Armour, etc. have begun furloughing their employees only to add to the unemployment. Conversely, many businesses are looking to expand their workforce to … Read more

Extra $50 Benefits: All About The Increased Benefit Amount In North Carolina

Ever since the pandemic began, millions of North Carolinans have lost their jobs. According to the reports of the North Carolina Division of Employment Security (DES), about 2.49 million people filed for state and federal unemployment claims, and an estimated $8.2 billion benefits have been paid since mid-March. To help the unemployed meet their needs, the state is offering extra $50 benefits.  So, who qualifies for the Increased Benefit Amount … Read more

What Does an Employment Lawyer Do?

Employment Lawyer

Employment lawyers are attorneys who represent either the employee or the employer to resolve issues in the workplace. These lawyers specialize in labor law and can help to mediate, educate, litigate, file complaints, or negotiate with insurance adjusters to address common employment concerns. Because most workplaces must stay in compliance with both state and federal law, an employment lawyer should be well versed in all applicable rules and regulations that … Read more

Beware Of Stimulus Check Scam: What You Should Watch For

Recently, the U.S. Congress and President Trump passed a $2 trillion Coronavirus stimulus package to help Americans facing economic hardships due to the outbreak of the pandemic. As a part of this financial relief measure, the federal government if offering a $1,200 stimulus check to the claimants through direct deposit or paper check.  As millions of Americans eagerly wait for their money, cybercriminals or fraudsters are tricking people and trying … Read more

Drug Testing Regulation Checks Unemployment Insurance Benefits

Since the 1960s, the federal laws have banned states from drug testing jobless people that apply for benefits. But after the recent legislation, Republicans now want all states to institute tests for benefits. Currently, $1.6 million has been spent on drug testing jobless people that apply for unemployment benefits. Also, over $2 million was spent in the last two years alone. This money could have been spent to expand welfare … Read more

Disability Insurance for Unemployed

Disability Insurance

If you suffer an illness or injury that prevents you from being able to work for an extended period of time, having disability insurance coverage in place will save tremendous worry and heartache. Disability insurance helps provide a financial safety net while you heal – and disability benefit policies come in various types, including some provided and paid for by your employer, plus others that you can purchase on your … Read more

Employment Situation Across USA – March 2024

Employment situation in the country continued to remain stable in March 2015 with little change in overall unemployment rates that stood at 5.5%, same as the previous calendar month. Overall, there was considerable decline in jobless rates in over 23 states. Let us decode the monthly News Release from Bureau of Labor Statistics titled “ REGIONAL AND STATE EMPLOYMENT AND UNEMPLOYMENT — MARCH 2015”  made public on April 21, 2015. … Read more