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Expansion of CT Paid Family and Medical Leave Program Approved by House

HARTFORD, CT – The House in Connecticut recently voted to expand the state’s Paid Family and Medical Leave law, sending the legislation to the governor for final approval. The bill, Senate Bill 222, includes various provisions aimed at improving the current program, such as requiring employers to report to the Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Authority and giving the authority more power to address fraudulent filings. One key addition to the bill is the …

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Rhode Island Senate Pushes to Expand Paid Family Leave Benefits

Providence, Rhode Island is once again at the forefront of efforts to expand paid leave for new parents and caregivers of ill family members. A recent 31-3 Senate vote approved legislation aiming to double the state’s Temporary Caregiver Insurance program for parental leave from six to 12 weeks, aligning it with similar programs in other states. This move also broadens the eligibility criteria to include siblings and grandchildren providing care to sick relatives. Senate Majority …

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“Compensation” Paid to Victims of £11.5m “Pensions Industry” Fraud Scandal

London, UK – More than 200 individuals fell victim to a pension scandal involving Norton Motorcycles, resulting in the loss of £11.5 million across three retirement schemes. The Fraud Compensation Fund recently disbursed £9.4 million to these schemes, offering a glimmer of hope to those affected by the fraud over a decade ago. During the years 2012 and 2013, unsuspecting individuals were duped into participating in a pensions liberation fraud scheme, authorizing the transfer of …

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Excessive Social Security Benefits Paid to Top Earners in UK Comparison

London, UK – Social Security benefits in the UK are paying out excessive amounts to individuals in the highest income brackets, according to a comparison conducted by the Cato Institute. The findings reveal a disparity in benefit distribution, sparking concerns about the fairness and efficiency of the system. The report from the Cato Institute highlights that the current Social Security system in the UK is disproportionately benefitting the highest-earning individuals. This raises questions about the …

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Social Security Payments Rising 4.4% in 2022 – Who’s Getting Paid on February 14th?

Washington, D.C. – January saw an increase in the average Social Security check for retirees, with payments rising by 4.4 percent compared to the previous year. This boost was attributed to a 3.2 percent Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) and higher average salaries of retirees claiming benefits over the last year. While the average payment reached over $1,900, it’s important to note that most beneficiaries do not receive a payment of this size. In fact, the median …

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