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MAINE – WEEKLY BENEFIT AMOUNT UPDATES For new initial claims filed on or after June 1, 2026, the weekly benefit amount (WBA) will be increasing. The minimum WBA will be $113 (up from $106) and the maximum WBA will be $649 (up from $623). For claimants with dependents, an additional
REMINDER – MEMORIAL DAY OFFICE HOURS Our offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. On this day, we honor and remember the service members who gave their lives in service to our country. US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR – WHITE COLLAR SALARY EXEMPTION THRESHOLD
KENTUCKY – WORKERS WITH DEFINITE RETURN TO WORK DATE DO NOT NEED TO COMPLETE JOB SEARCH REQUIREMENTS Previously, Thomas & Company reported on emergency legislation, SB136, that provides clarification that individuals who have a definite return-to-work or recall-to-work date—no longer than one year from the filing date of their claim—are
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The proof is in the outcomes. See how national employers across complex, regulated industries have partnered with Thomas & Company to reduce unemployment costs, streamline compliance, and drive measurable ROI. These are real wins, built on real partnerships.
Industry: Staffing
Challenge: A minor wage-reporting mismatch triggered a 2% unemployment insurance penalty rate—putting a multi-state employer on track for an estimated $500,000 in extra UI taxes.
Industry: Healthcare
Challenge: After rapid growth, unemployment claims surged—overloading HR teams, compressing response timelines, and dragging down protest and win rates.
Industry: Publishing
Challenge: A large publisher’s verification program became unpredictable and labor-intensive—shifting account coverage, delayed social services forms, and fragmented, add-on pricing that created cost and compliance risk.
Navigating workforce compliance means staying prepared for the unexpected. Our Resources section offers practical guidance on key topics affecting employers, helping your team understand the issues, know their options, and act with confidence.
Unemployment insurance (UI) fraud is a growing challenge for employers, and the consequences of inaction can be costly. We break down how fraud occurs, how to recognize the warning signs, and the steps your organization should take to respond and protect itself.
Workforce reductions are complex events with significant compliance, tax, and administrative implications. We outline what employers need to know, from state separation notice requirements to unemployment cost considerations, so your team can navigate the process with clarity and confidence.
