Tips for Writing an Effective Unemployment Appeal Letter
Losing unemployment benefits due to a denied claim can be frustrating, but you have the right to appeal the decision. A well-written unemployment appeal letter can significantly impact your chances of reversing the denial. This guide will walk you through the key elements of writing a strong appeal letter, along with information sourced from authoritative […]
Strengthening Job Retention: California’s $250,000 Grant to Workforce Boards

The Employment Development Department (EDD) announced that it has awarded $250,000 to the California Workforce Association (CWA) to provide technical assistance to California’s 45 Local Workforce Development Boards. These 45 Local Boards are part of the statewide workforce development system and work together with local, state, and federal agencies to deliver job training, employment services, […]
October 2024 Employment Trends in California
In October 2024, California’s employment landscape exhibited both resilience and challenges, reflecting broader economic trends and sector-specific dynamics. California Employment Trends comprehensive analysis delves into employment data, industry-specific job fluctuations, unemployment trends, nonfarm payroll comparisons, unemployment insurance claims, county-level labor force details, and notable shifts in the labor market, including challenges in accessing unemployment benefits. […]
San Diego’s Employment Landscape: Unemployment and Market Stays Stable

San Diego’s job market has demonstrated resilience and stability in recent years, with declining unemployment and steady job market growth. The state reported that San Diego County’s unemployment rate fell from 5.1% to 4.6% in September, while adding 4,700 new jobs, a healthy gain. San Diego’s unemployment rate stabilised in a more comfortable range in […]
EDD’s Notice of Overpayment for Pandemic Additional Compensation

In recent days, some Californians have received concerning letters from the California Employment Development Department (EDD) about overpayments related to Pandemic Additional Compensation (PAC). This influx of notices has raised questions and anxiety among those who received much-needed support during the pandemic. We observed a surge in clients coming to us with these letters, often […]
California Invests $950,000 to Support Laid Off Silicon Valley Tech Workers

California is supporting technology workers in the Silicon Valley by investing in regional employment and job training services. The $950,000 grant will offer resources to assist local job seekers impacted by recent layoffs to find careers in industries. Such as healthcare, manufacturing, and evolving needs in information technology. Today, the Employment Development Department (EDD) announced […]
EDD’s Online Application for Unemployment Benefits

Now California’s Armenian, Korean, and Tagalog communities can apply online for unemployment benefits in their preferred language. The Employment Development Department (EDD) announced that it has further expanded language access options in its myEDD online portal and UI Online for individuals to apply for unemployment benefits via applications translated into Armenian, Korean, and Tagalog. This […]
Different Payment Options for EDD Benefits

The Employment Development Department (EDD) changed the financial partner to issue prepaid debit cards for unemployment, disability, and Paid Family Leave benefit payments beginning February 15, 2024. Now Californians receiving unemployment, disability, or Paid Family Leave benefit payments can enroll in direct deposit—a safe, fast, and convenient way for both existing and new claimants to […]
Labor Day 2024: EDD Highlights California’s Job Market

In celebration of Labor Day, the California Employment Development Department (EDD) has released its annual, California Jobs Market Briefing PDF) which is a comprehensive report. In detail, the state’s labor market trends and forecasting the fastest-growing industries across all 15 of California’s economic regions. EDD Director Nancy Farias said, “EDD and its workforce development partners […]
Impact of Voluntary Layoff on Unemployment Benefits

A voluntary layoff is named a voluntary separation. when they encourage someone to resign freely in exchange for a voluntary severance package. This is different from voluntary termination, where an employee decides to leave. This can be due to budget cuts, redundancies, or restructuring following a business merger or buyout. Employees who accept voluntary layoffs […]