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Unemployment is designed for those ready, willing, and able to work, a status which you clearly do not hold if you are incarcerated. The penalty for lying or misrepresenting yourself to receive unemployment benefits can be severe and is known as benefits fraud - it may include fines and jail time.
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Can you collect unemployment and long term disability benefits at the same time in Iowa?
In Iowa, you cannot collect unemployment benefits and long-term disability benefits simultaneously. Unemployment benefits are designed for those who are able and available to work, while long-term disability benefits are for individuals unable to work due to a medical condition. If you are receiving long-term disability, you would typically not qualify for unemployment benefits. It's advisable to consult with a local unemployment office or legal expert for specific situations.
In Illinois can you collect unemployment while in prison?
No. To be eligible for unemployment benefits, you must be available for work. If you are incarcerated, you are not available for work.
Can you continue to receive New York State unemployment working for Americorps?
It is illegal to collect unemployment benefits while employed in NYS.
Can a person collect unemployment benefits while on workers' compensation?
no. If your on workers comp. then your still employeed.
Can a person collect unemployment benefits in New Jersey while doing part time work as a coach?
Yes, you can collect unemployment benefits while doing part time work. See "Reporting Part Time Wages" in the Related Link below for more details.
Can I collect both long term disability benefits and unemployment benefits while waiting for next disability benefit at the end of October?
In order to collect unemployment benefits, you must be physically able to work. In order to get disability benefits, you must NOT be able to work. So you can't have it both ways.
Collecting unemployment benefits after layoff. Eligible for FULL SS in a month. Can I collect both unemployment insurance benefits and social security benefits at the same time in California?
I currently collecting unemployment and will be eligible for SS in a month. May I apply for my Social Sucurity while I am collecting unemployment?
Can you collect Social Security retirement benefits and unemployment benefits at the same time in North Carolina without a reduction of unemployment benefits?
Yes. Although you must report any earnings you receive while getting unemployment benefits, the Related Link below says you do not have to report the Social Security benefits, meaning it does not affect your unemployment.
Is it illegal to collect unemployment while in jail in Wisconsin?
One qualifies for unemployment ONLY while available to work AND actively seeking work. Folks in jail cannot work, so they are disqualified from unemployment benefits.
I am already receiving social security retirement benefits can i still collect unemployment benefits in California?
Yes, you can collect unemployment benefits in California while receiving Social Security retirement benefits. However, your unemployment benefits may be affected by the amount of your Social Security income, as the state may reduce your unemployment payments based on your retirement benefits. It's advisable to check with the California Employment Development Department (EDD) for specific eligibility requirements and potential impacts on your benefits.
Can you collect unemployment benefits while you are on Social Security for widows?
You can generally still collect unemployment while collecting social security, unless it is social security disability...even then you still might be able to. I worked for the Unemployment Office & just an FYI, they do not know if you are on social security and are unable to check, so if you do not say anything, they will never know.
Can I collect unemployment while waiting for my new job to start?
Yes, you may be eligible to collect unemployment benefits while waiting for your new job to start, as long as you meet the requirements set by your state's unemployment insurance program. It is important to check with your state's unemployment office for specific guidelines and eligibility criteria.
