How do I know if I can get unemployment insurance benefits?
You can get unemployment insurance benefits if you can answer "Yes" to all three of these questions:
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Did you earn enough money when you worked?
To get unemployment benefits, you
need to have earned enough wages in your "base
period." (A base period is a 12-month period
when you were working. Your base period depends
on when you apply for unemployment insurance).
Click here
to find out what your base period will be.
The amount of money that you need to have
earned varies by state so, you'll need to
check with your state unemployment office.
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Did you lose your last job through no fault of your own?
To qualify for unemployment insurance, you must have left your job for one of these reasons:
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You had to quit your job with a good reason (a good reason might be an illness or other personal issue). Your caseworker will determine if you had a "good reason."
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You were laid off
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You were fired, but not because of any major problem like stealing, getting in a fight, using drugs on the job, etc.
- Are you willing and able to work again?
You must be ready and willing to get another job. To get the benefits, you must be:
- Ready, willing and able to work
- Not too sick, injured or disabled to work
Can I get unemployment checks if I'm working part-time?
Yes, depending on your situation. You may still be able to get unemployment checks even if you're working part-time if you meet the other eligibility requirements.
How to apply for unemployment benefits.
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