Can you collect unemployment benefits if your job was reduced to part time?

Answer 1

If you are a casual, sorry you can't because you voluntarily left the job aware of your financial circumstances, your employer has the power to drop your hours.

If you are permanent full time you can because you are supposed to do a set amount of hours a week, if you hired on with that understanding.

Answer 2

Yes you can. You need a supervisor signature most times but if you are full time and cut to part time temporarily or permanently, there are types to unemployment that you can file for. Each state is different but you can even file online now. Most employers do not want you doing this or knowing about it and in fact it could effect your job long term (not legally, but people are people) So if you can make ends meet without it, I would recommend that if you like your job.

Answer 3

Whether you can collect unemployment for reduced hours depends on which state you're in. For California, for example, if you are working less than your normal full week and are willing and able to work full time, then according to the Related Link below, you could collect partial unemployment. Check the web sites for your state to see if they have similar provisions.
It depends on the state and how much the hours are cut. Some states do allow partial unemployment if the hours are substantially cut and if the resultant wages are less than the unemployment benefit.

Answer 4

Yes, if your hours are decreased because of weather or natural disasters. If you work out doors and rain, snow, etc. caused you not to work that day, you may be eligible for partial benefits. Check with your state unemployment department.

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If your hours are reduced below what your agreement was when you were hired, you may also be eligible.

Answer 5

Yes. Virginia, like most states, has a provision for workers who had a large reduction in normal working hours where the worker can receive partial unemployment benefits. Weekly reports must be filed with the unemployment office. For more information, see the FAQ's in the Related Link below (in Virginia's case).

Answer 6

Depends on the state. In Washington state:

Q. Can I collect unemployment benefits if I work part-time?

A. If you work part-time, we reduce your benefits using the earnings deduction chart (gross earnings minus $5 times 75 percent).

You must still meet the job-search requirements while working part-time.

If you did not work more than 17 hours in any week in your base period, you may need to look for only part-time work. Working part-time usually extends the number of weeks you can draw benefits. Additional earnings also may help you qualify for a new claim when your benefit year ends.

Answer 7

It depends on the state, but you may be able to collect partial benefits.

Answer 8

How do I go about filing for the state of Alabama if my hours have been cut