The repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO) is a game-changer for over 3.2 million public workers, promising higher Social Security benefits. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has warned that processing delays could stretch over a year due to budget constraints and staffing shortages. This means many retirees won’t … Read more
Thousands of Americans who purchased Zicam cold and flu products may be eligible for compensation from a $6 million class action settlement. The lawsuit, filed in Illinois, claims that manufacturer Church & Dwight misled consumers with advertising about the effectiveness of Zicam products. Zicam, a popular line of cold and allergy relief treatments, was acquired … Read more
Thousands of Americans are being urged to check their eligibility for payments of up to $5,000 from a $1.74 million privacy settlement. The deadline to claim is fast approaching, and those affected do not need to provide proof of records to qualify. What Is the Intoxalock Settlement About? A class action lawsuit accused Consumer Safety … Read more
Thousands of Americans are being urged to check their eligibility for payments of up to $25 from a massive $32.8 million data breach settlement. The deadline to claim is approaching, and those affected do not need to provide proof of records to qualify. Who Is Eligible? The settlement applies only to customers who received a … Read more
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is set to lay off approximately 7,000 employees this week, marking one of the most significant workforce reductions in recent years. These layoffs primarily affect probationary workers who have been with the agency for less than a year. As the IRS downsizes, taxpayers could experience notable changes in processing times, … Read more
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, often regarded as an unofficial leader of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), have floated the idea of giving back to Americans. But does this mean financial relief for citizens in Ohio? The proposal is being discussed as a potential way to reduce federal spending. On Wednesday, February 19, … Read more
If you thought stimulus checks were a thing of the past, it’s time to double-check your 2021 tax returns. Why? The U.S. government recently rolled out a new series of Recovery Rebate Credit payments for taxpayers who missed out on claiming earlier stimulus checks. Starting in December 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) began distributing … Read more
If you rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), your next payment could be arriving soon. The first SSDI payment for March 2025 will be sent on March 3, but your specific payday depends on when you started receiving benefits and your birthdate. Who Gets Paid on March 3, 2025? Early SSDI Beneficiaries: If you … Read more
If you rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), your next payment could be arriving soon. The first SSDI payment for March 2025 will be sent on March 3, but your specific payday depends on when you started receiving benefits and your birthdate. Who Gets Paid on March 3, 2025? Early SSDI Beneficiaries: If you … Read more
The federal government will distribute Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments on February 28, 2025, instead of the usual schedule. This is one day earlier than expected, ensuring that beneficiaries receive their funds without delays. Why Is the February 2025 SSI Payment Arriving Early? SSI payments are typically deposited on the first day of each month. … Read more