Unemployment

Get up-to-date guidance on every aspect of unemployment tax compliance and establish strategies for reducing unemployment costs.

Mid-Summer Tradition: Annual Unemployment Tax Rate Notices

Here's what to expect for annual unemployment tax rate notices in New Hampshire, New Jersey, Tennessee and Vermont.

Published: May 23, 2024 by Wayne Rottger
Managing Poor Performance to Lower Unemployment Compensation Costs

Manage poor performance and misconduct to lower unemployment costs. Discover the best practices to ensure compliance and lower expenses.

Published: April 23, 2024 by Wayne Rottger
Unemployment Benefit Fraud: Understanding the Crisis and Solutions

Unemployment benefit fraud is harmful for both employers and employees, but there are solutions available to reduce the risk.

Published: April 11, 2024 by Wayne Rottger
Getting the Employee Offboarding Process Right

Master employee offboarding, streamline transitions, ensure compliance and optimize talent management. Unlock success with an effective offboarding process.

Published: April 10, 2024 by Wayne Rottger
Pending Legislation Affecting Unemployment Insurance

As federal and state legislative sessions unfold, employers find themselves navigating a dynamic landscape of potential changes to unemployment taxes. This year, like many before it, has seen a flurry of activity with over 100 bills in various stages of consideration since January 1, 2024. 

Published: March 1, 2024 by Wayne Rottger
2024 Unemployment Tax and Benefit Changes in Connecticut

Changes to unemployment tax and benefits in Connecticut may affect employers as the state seeks to address its trust fund solvency.

Published: February 12, 2024 by Wayne Rottger
Changes to New York’s Form IA 12.3

Changes were made in 2023 to Form IA 12.3, a separation notice New York employers must provide their employees upon termination.

Published: February 8, 2024 by Wayne Rottger
Do’s and Don’ts with State Unemployment Insurance Portals

Experian Employer Services works extensively with states and has seen how technology has changed and improved this industry. Sometimes that is a positive change such as the State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES).

Published: February 7, 2024 by Wayne Rottger
Unemployment Insurance Effects for Employers

Read on to learn more about unemployment insurance effects for your business and what actions to take for improving compliance.

Published: October 31, 2023 by Wayne Rottger
Labor Strikes and Unemployment Benefits: Lessons From the UAW Strike

With the UAW on strike in three states, it's crucial to review how strike-related unemployment affects unemployment benefits for employers and employees.

Published: October 19, 2023 by Wayne Rottger
Reducing Unemployment Claims with Effective Documentation

Read about the importance of appropriate documentation in reducing and successfully handling unemployment claims.

Published: October 17, 2023 by Vikki Chaffin
New Funding to Modernize Unemployment Insurance Systems in These States

18 states and the Virgin Islands are set to receive funding to modernize their state unemployment insurance systems. Here's how that affects employers.

Published: October 6, 2023 by Wayne Rottger
Connecticut Department of Labor Issues Guidance on Public Acts 21-200 & 22-67

Connecticut passed Public Acts 21-200 & 22-67 to help with repayment of a Title XII advance and shore up its unemployment trust fund.

Published: October 5, 2023 by Wayne Rottger
Colorado Department of Labor to Launch New Portal

Employers and third-party agents operating in Colorado have a new portal to manage their unemployment accounts.

Published: September 27, 2023 by Wayne Rottger
Unemployment Benefits Fraud: How to Guard Against It

Stay one step ahead and don't fall victim to unemployment benefits fraud. Let Experian Employer Services show you how to guard against it.

Published: September 26, 2023 by Vikki Chaffin
Responding to Unemployment Claims Related to Maui Wildfires

NASWA has several recommendations for employers to maintain compliance while managing unemployment claims related to Maui wildfires.

Published: August 18, 2023 by Wayne Rottger
Winning Unemployment Hearings with Effective Witnesses

Learn how important it is to choose proper witnesses as well as other tips for ensuring effective handling of unemployment hearings.

Published: August 15, 2023 by Vikki Chaffin
What Are Employer Services?

Learn the benefits of employer services for your business. Explore the types of services and learn how to choose the best provider for a smooth HR process.

Published: June 8, 2023 by Angela Lojacono

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The Experian Services Insights blog focuses on providing updates and solutions for HR teams, business owners, tax pros and compliance officers looking to navigate complex regulatory landscapes while optimizing their workforce management processes. Some important topics include payroll tax, unemployment, income & employment verification, compliance, and improving the overall employee experience.