Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA)
Apr 25, 2025
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The Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) is a state agency responsible for administering unemployment benefits to eligible individuals in Massachusetts. DUA works to ensure compliance with state regulations and provide support to those seeking financial assistance during periods of unemployment.
Licensed professionals looking to open their own office, firm, or practice have several options for a company structure. Some professionals opt for a LLP (limited liability partnership) or a PC (professional corporation). A PLLC, meaning a professional limited liability company, is a possible consideration when making the important decision of how to structure your business.
A PLLC (if permitted in your state) can be a solution if you meet the eligibility criteria.
As of 2024, five US states require employers to provide short-term disability insurance to workers: California, Hawaii, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island. Eligibility requirements, employer contributions rates, and authorized providers vary by state—but in general, businesses with at least one non-owner employee who performs work in one of these states need to obtain coverage to maintain compliance with state law.
What is state disability insurance (SDI)? State disability insurance (SDI) refers to a collection of state programs that require employers to offer short-term disability insurance to workers.
Wage theft is a major employment issue nationwide, especially in larger states like California. It happens when employers don’t pay their employees what they’ve rightfully earned, such as skipping out on overtime, denying breaks, or misclassifying workers. Wage theft is more common than you might think, affecting millions of workers across the state.
Thankfully, California is taking measures to prevent it — like passing the Wage Theft Prevention Act (WTPA).
Kaitlin Edwards |Jul 27, 2024
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