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Unemployment Benefits

Payments made by a government, state, or other authorized body to people drawing unemployment.

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When can you file your unemployment claims?

1. when you leave your job other than fired for misconduct.

2. when you are actively looking for work this week and immediately available to accept work this week.

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You can file a claim anytime you have lost your job. The question is...whether you're qualified to receive the benefits. As each state sets its own requirements, contact the state's office in the state you work for clarification.

Can a California resident collect Social Security Disability Insurance and Unemployment Insurance benefits at same time?

To collect SSDI you have to prove you are totally disabled and unable to work. Unemployment compensation requires you to be willing, able, and actively seeking full time work immediately. These two concepts are mutually exclusive, so No, you could not collect both at the same time.

Where can you go to check on an unemployment claim?

For the State of MO you can go to this site: http://jobsearch.about.com/gi/dynamic/offsite.htm?zi=1/XJ&sdn=jobsearch&cdn=careers&tm=12&f=00&su=p284.9.336.ip_p554.12.336.ip_&tt=2&bt=0&bts=0&zu=http%3A//www.dolir.mo.gov/es/

You will need your Pin, SS number and DOB

Can you receive unemployment benefits while receiving 401k benefits in California?

Apparently, the money you put in a 401K Plan and withdrawn would not be deducted from unemployment benefits, but possibly that contributed by the employer may be deducted. It is best to contact the unemployment office and find out for sure. The Related Link below gives more detail. 401K is similar in many respects to pension payments

Can you collect unemployment if your company is closing and you are pregnant?

Yes you can. I'd apply for it right away. When you call Unemployment ask them what the waiting time is and state you are pregnant. There is a limit as to how long you can collect unemployment ins.

AnswerUsually to collect unemployment benefits, you must be able to work and actively seeking work. If pregnancy has not yet disabled you, you will qualify for unemployment if you are job hunting.

Does your unemployment cease when you become eligible for Social Security benefits?

Disability payments are Social Security Payments.

When a person reaches full retirement age (66), the payments continue as normal, but are no longer considered disability payments.

A person does not receive two payments.

Does filing for unemployment affect you negatively?

Unemployment insurance is tax on the employee's salary, paid by the employer. A type of governmental insurance for workers who lose/laid off their jobs through no fault of their own. There should be no stigma on your credit because of the necessity of use.

Do you have to report child support when applying for unemployment in Georgia?

According to Texas state law, yes.

"Child support will be taken from your unemployment benefits through wage withholding. The Texas Workforce Commission withholds according to the child and medical support payment obligations. Up to 50 percent of the unemployment earnings can be withheld to satisfy the current monthly obligations."

Do you qualify for unemployment benefits if you quit your job due to spouse relocation?

Yes, you might if the reason for quitting was justified according to the rules in the state where you work. It may be due to the work itself or personal reasons such as health, moving with spouse, etc.
The answer to this depends on why your quit your job. In order to qualify for unemployment benefits you need to have quit or been released from your job at no fault of your own. If you quit for your own personal reasons and were not essentially "forced" out then you do not qualify for benefits. You also need to meet other requirements regarding the length of your employment and the hours your worked, etc.

How long must i work to receive unemployment benefits in California?

You have to have a valid reason to be able to collect unemployment benefits such as losing your job, getting laid off, or even in some instances getting fired. Both State and Federal law allows for a maximum of 79 weeks of unemployment benefits, provided you qualify for that duration. So it depends on your personal circumstances as to how long and if you qualify for unemployment benefits.

Can you collect unemployment benefits if you were dismissed for insubordination?

Generally, no. An employee has a duty to support and serve the employer's interests. Insubordination can bedefined several ways: *A single or continuing refusal to obey a direct that is given by someone with proper authority. *An act that exceeds the authority granted by the employer, unless it is necessary to prevent substansial loss to the employer and the employee cannot contact the employer and the act is a good faith error in judgment. *Statements or remarks that can damage an employer's interests. *Profane, vulgar, offensive language that is directed at the supervisor or employer. Most states will view insubordination as a disqualifying event with respect to collecting unemployment. They would, however, interview the employer to find the facts of the dismissal and the employee would have the opportuity to appeal the case at a hearing. If the employer has kept proper records and the offense was well documented, it's not often that the employee will prevail.

Can you apply for student loan and receive unemployment benefits?

No. If you are a school student, or officially registered as a university or college student, you cannot collect unemployment.

Different countries may have different rules. For example, in some countries, if you are eligible for employment under normal circumstances, meaning that you were terminated through no fault of yours, you may be eligible for unemployment while you return to school.

It is best to call your corresponding unemployment office before making any life-changing decisions.

Can banks garnish unemployment?

According to the Related Link below, your unemployment benefit cannot be garnished before receiving it but, apparently the account it's deposited in, can be, especially if it is commingled with other funds.

Can you DRaw out your 401k while receiving unemployment benefits?

In most cases, yes you could draw both, as it would be a non-deductible from your benefits compensation. As each state has different rules, check with your state's unemployment office for verification.

How much does New Jersey unemployment pay?

As of 2010, in New Jersey you will receive about 60% of your average weekly paycheck, for the base year, up to a maximum of $600. See the Related Link below for more information.

As of 2009, New Jersey's weekly unemployment benefits was 60% of your average weekly earnings during your base year, up to a maximum of $584 per week. See Related Link below for more information.

Is unemployment compensation fraud a felony?

According to the IRS: Any person who willfully attempts to evade or defeat any tax imposed by this title or the payment thereof shall, in addition to other penalties provided by law, be guilty of a felony and, upon conviction thereof: Shall be imprisoned not more than 5 years Or fined not more than $250,000 for individuals ($500,000 for corporations) Or both, together with the costs of prosecution

How much are the benefits you get for unemployment?

This depends on many factors. Firstly, unemployment benefits differ from state to state. Also relevant in the calculation is the number of weeks and hours you previously worked, the amount you were paid, and how long you worked for. Bear in mind that you are not automatically entitled to unemployment but rather it is a decision that is made based on your application and while on unemployment you must be actively looking for jobs.

Can you collect unemployment if you have a job but they are not paying you?

It depends. Many, if not all, states designate employers as qualified or not as to whether they are required to pay payroll taxes to the state. Persons on commission only basis (independent contractors, real estate and insurance sales people, government employees, etc.) may not be eligible for unemployment benefits. Check with your own state's employment security office for clarificatlon. However, if they ARE required to, then you probably will and the state would go after the employer for non-compliance.

How long can you collect unemployment in Mississippi?

five centuries! hehe just kidding i honestly dont know. go ask someone who does maybe. :) happy day! lol

Can you collect unemployment benefits after disability benefits?

This depends on the state's criteria for both, history (and thus qualifications) of the work period, length of time of the disability payments, and time left in the benefit year to collect unemployment.

Can you draw unemployment if you lose your job while incarcerated?

Probably not. Unemployment usually requires that you are actively seeking work and are available for work.

How long is the new unemployment benefit extension in Texas 2010?

it is extended through nov...if you have been filing then they will back pay you for the past weeks that you have not been getting. I believe the payment is for all of July until nov,then congress will have to go back and vote on whether to extend it again or not