A newly announced federal strike team is now reviewing California’s Unemployment Insurance (UI) program.
That development deserves the attention of employers across the state.
Unemployment insurance claims have long been an area where documentation, wage reporting, and timely responses matter. With increased federal scrutiny focused on fraud prevention and program integrity, California employers may see heightened oversight or closer evaluation of claim handling and reporting practices.
In today’s regulatory environment, even well-run businesses benefit from revisiting internal processes to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with current requirements.
At Koegle Law Group, we work with California employers to stay informed and proactive as enforcement priorities evolve. This article explains what the federal strike team initiative may signal—and how employers can think strategically about unemployment claim management moving forward. Here’s what we cover:
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What prompted the federal strike team’s involvement in California’s UI system
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How heightened scrutiny could affect unemployment insurance disputes
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The potential for expanded federal requirements and coordination
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Practical steps California employers can take now to strengthen compliance
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What employers should anticipate as oversight evolves
Regulatory shifts often create uncertainty—but they also create opportunities to strengthen internal systems and reduce future disruption.
👉 Read the full blog here:
https://www.koeglelaw.com/2026/02/21/federal-strike-team-targets-california-unemployment-insurance-program-what-every-california-employer-needs-to-know/
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