#unemployment-benefits

#unemployment-benefits

California's unemployment department misreported billions in benefits, affecting state financial accountability.

The state's financial reporting system shows vulnerabilities and failures in accounting principles.

A former state employee exploited her access to personal information to file fraudulent unemployment claims, netting over $750,000.

California has simplified its unemployment benefits application process to reduce confusion and enhance understanding for applicants.

Potential tax fight brewing in California amid ballot measures and legal battles.

Bill reintroduced in California for striking workers to qualify for unemployment benefits.

Lawmakers in Sacramento propose extending unemployment benefits to California workers on strike to alleviate economic burden and support union members during contract negotiations.

Former fraud investigator and accomplice pleaded guilty to stealing personal information from homeless individuals for fraudulent unemployment claims.

A nonprofit leader accepted responsibility for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 unemployment benefits totaling almost $1.5 million.

Foster misused personal information to file fraudulent claims while directing proceeds to his nonprofit organization.

Judge Steven Stambaugh has been suspended without pay following his indictment for allegedly orchestrating fraudulent unemployment claims for his employees during the pandemic.

Individuals misused COVID-19 relief programs by submitting fraudulent unemployment claims using stolen identities, accumulating $2.1 million in ill-gotten gains.

Dean Tran was convicted of multiple charges related to fraudulently collecting pandemic unemployment benefits while concealing other sources of income.

Two correction officers face federal charges for unemployment benefits fraud amounting to over $44,000 each.

The officers allegedly lied about their employment status to access funds from COVID-19 relief programs.

Nevada is using AI to expedite unemployment benefit appeals, raising efficiency but also concerns about human oversight and algorithmic bias.

Nevada's plan to use AI for unemployment benefits raises concerns about efficiency and accuracy despite claims of human oversight.

To receive unemployment benefits in California, applicants must meet specific requirements, including proving 'good cause for quitting' if they left their job voluntarily.

Applicants for unemployment benefits in California must meet specific eligibility requirements, including base period earnings and potential job termination circumstances.