Job loss & training

Unemployment Denied? How to Appeal and Prepare for the Hearing

Unemployment denied? Appeal in writing fast (14 days in Texas, 30 in New York), keep filing weekly claims, and prepare evidence for a phone or video hearing.

EDD Says You Were Overpaid? How to Appeal or Get a Waiver

EDD overpayment notice? Appeal within 30 days of the mailing date. A no-fault overpayment is waived when family income is low or repaying is a hardship.

California Unemployment Denied? 30-Day Appeal and Hearing Prep

Appeal a California EDD unemployment denial within 30 days on form DE 1000M, keep certifying, and prepare evidence and witnesses for your CUIAB hearing.

Paid Apprenticeships: How to Find and Apply for a Program

Find paid apprenticeship opportunities, check the employer and training arrangement, and compare wages, classroom costs, and application requirements.

SCSEP: Paid Training for Older Workers Seeking a Job

Find a local SCSEP provider, check the age and income rules, and understand how a paid community-service assignment differs from a permanent job.

Unemployment Benefits: Which State Should You Apply In?

Find the correct state for an unemployment claim, handle remote or multistate work, and keep requesting eligible weeks while the claim is reviewed.

Unpaid Wages: How to Ask the Labor Department for Help

Gather pay and hours records, identify federal or state wage-enforcement help, and distinguish filing a complaint from claiming wages already recovered.

WIOA Training Funding: Start With an American Job Center

Ask an American Job Center about WIOA training support, compare approved programs, and confirm covered costs before you enroll or pay a school.