unemployment benefits?
Q. hello so my husband normally works construction in the union but he is out of work right now. he has been receiving unemployment but it ran out 2 weeks ago. a little before it ran out he filed for the extension however he has not received anymore benefits. does anyone know how long it takes to start receiving your extension or any way of finding out if your going to. as of right now we cant pay our rent on the 1st so we really need this. thank you. BTW..we live in Washington state if that matters.
Asked by Brittni - Wed Nov 18 10:59:56 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I would contact the home office
Answered by Listermania - Wed Nov 18 11:03:18 2009

Unemployment Benefits?
Q. I've received a lotta stuff in the mail from this unemployment benefit compnay that i applied for.I filed on 8.23.09 and i keep having to fill out more and more paperwok that I have no idea how to fill out! How much longer til I get my benefits? oh...My bad rudy! a state the state of California! but u knew exactly what i meant righttt???
Asked by Nae - Mon Aug 31 15:25:15 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First off you do not apply for unemployment from a company. You apply from the state. Just what sort of stuff are you sending them and who are they?
Answered by Rudy - Mon Aug 31 15:35:37 2009

How do unemployment insurance benefits work when also working temp job?
Q. If I am collecting unemployment benefits based on my previous job and take a new permanent job which doesnt work out and I am let go again after a few weeks, do I just resume benefits under the previous terms? How long would I need to have worked at my new (failed) job to lose unemployment benefits based on the previous job (at which point, I presume, I would begin receiving unemployment benefits again under the terms of the newer job?). In other words, what precautions/expectations should I have in accepting a risky new job while currently accepting unemployment?
Asked by brahmaputra_zarathustra - Thu Jan 1 11:29:05 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. If your claim has not expired and you still have money left to use, then you would just reopen the claim. Your last employer is what will be used to determine your eligibility. The weekly benefit amount will stay the same as it was, once you open a claim you are locked into that amount for the life of the claim (no matter if you work a temp job and earn more money). If you were fired or quit the temp job that could possibly create an eligibilityy issue. If you were laid off because the assignment ended there is no issue. Another thing to be sure of is the balance of your claim because if your claim has not expired and you no longer have a balance left you will then have to waituntill that claim expires to file a new claim. Unless you are… [cont.]
Answered by Charro - Fri Jan 2 23:36:55 2009

Who pays for extended unemployment benefits?
Q. I'm confused about unemployment and tax refunds. I've heard the employer pays for unemployment benefits, does this include extended unemployment benefits? Does the one receiving the unemployment benefits have to pay back for the extended benefits? Lastly, does having unemployment benefits with the tax withheld from the check result in a small or zero refund? How does it work? Thanks!
Asked by Mamacita - Tue Feb 3 08:27:43 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Tax payers . Employers pay taxes that go to pay unemployment. The extended benefits are above what employers have paid in and our coming from tax payer's pockets. They don't pay the benefits pack. They tax your unemployment benefits as income. Yes, I think you will have a smaller refund.
Answered by TAT - Tue Feb 3 08:32:41 2009

What happens to your unemployment benefits if you become pregnant while collecting?
Q. I just recently lost my job and will be collecting unemployment. My husband and I have been trying to have a second baby (I may be pregnant now) and I'm wondering how that may affect my unemployment? If I am pregnant it will be very difficult for me to find a job. Will my unemployment benefits be taken away? Will they be extended for the time of my pregnancy?
Asked by wicca1971 - Sun Sep 28 10:27:21 2008 - - 6 Answers - 1 Comments

A. No, to both questions. If your pregnancy makes it physically impossible for you to work or physically impossible for you to look for work (including because your physician has ordered you to stay in bed all day or because your morning sickness is too severe to drive to work), then you cannot collect unemployment benefits, but may qualify for disability benefits. If you are physically capable of working, but all employers in your area are unwilling to hire you because they are discriminating against pregnant women (which is illegal, but that is another issue), then you continue to qualify for unemployment for the same amount of time as if you were not pregnant, or until the baby is born. Once the baby is born, you cannot collect… [cont.]
Answered by StephenWeinstein - Sun Sep 28 13:30:55 2008

How does doing independent contractor work factor into my unemployment benefits?
Q. My position was recently eliminated. I am deciding whether to request unemployment benefits for just a little bit until my next job. I have many student loans, and in order to keep up with the payments on these, I would work various small jobs on the weekends in which I was paid via check, but it was for different companies and always way under $600, so nothing was ever reported. This income was not taken into account in determining what weekly unemployment benefits I would receive. If I continue to work these contract jobs, will I have to report them and have them deducted from my unemployment benefits? I will report them at the end of the year on my taxes, but how will the unemployment agency find out about them?? They do not… [cont.]
Asked by anne1980 - Sat Aug 4 20:14:17 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. State law determines unemployment benefits but generally an independent contractor does not pay into the unemployment system. Therefore your benefits will only be calculated on the work in which you were the employee of someone who paid unemployment insurance for you.
Answered by unknown - Sat Aug 4 20:59:12 2007

How do unemployment benefits typically work?
Q. How is compensation computed and how long are you able to retain unemployment benefits? Does it normally include health/dental insurance? I live in New York State.
Asked by LG - Thu Mar 15 13:14:31 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Insurance is not part of the 'package' but must be made available through COBRA at a much greater cost than you were paying. I'm not sure how exactly they compute the amount you are eligible to receive, but benefits run for approx. 6 months. It normally takes a couple of weeks after applying for your first check to arrive.
Answered by Enchanted - Thu Mar 15 13:22:42 2007

Can you still receive unemployment benefits in Louisiana while attending school/training?
Q. I've been collecting unemployment for about 2 months now due to my job facility closing down its business. Last week, I enrolled in college and when I claim for weekly benefits it asks me if I have attended school this past week and I put yes. Will I still be able to receive the benefits?
Asked by Kari - Sun Aug 23 15:27:04 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Although specific eligibility requirements vary from state to state, most states have the same basic standards for collecting unemployment benefits. They include: -You must be unemployed or working less than full time -You must meet certain income requirements -You must be ready, willing, and able to work -You must have involuntarily left your job In general, you won't be eligible for benefits if: -You quit your job simply because you didn't like it -You're fired for committing a crime (e.g., stealing) -You've never worked before For more information, contact your state's local employment office. You can also look in the state government section of your phone book under Unemployment Insurance, Unemployment… [cont.]
Answered by Anna K. P - Thu Aug 27 09:13:41 2009

Is the Unemployment Extension only for those whose Unemployment benefits have already been used up?
Q. I still collect Unemployment benefits, as my balance has not been totally used up. Am I also going to get a 13-week extension added to my current balance?
Asked by man - Fri Jun 20 03:35:33 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. yes you will
Answered by g-ma - Fri Jun 20 14:36:38 2008

What happens after my regular unemployment benefits are exhausted?
Q. I recently was awarded unemployment benefits (a total of 26 weeks) and my last check from the Colorado unemployment office will be sometime in June 2010. What happens then? Are there any extensions that I will be able to apply for such as the ones that exist currently?
Asked by John - Sat Feb 6 19:01:22 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. According to the CA website, there are no extensions currently available to you. They're only set up for people who have been unemployed for over a year as of last December. But who knows what will happen next week? I have two suggestions: 1) Check your UI website monthly for updates 2) Write/email your Senators and Representative monthly to ask what they're doing about people who can't find jobs in this economy. That will remind them that we're out here and know their names so come re-election time...
Answered by CarolO - Sat Feb 6 21:51:06 2010

Can unemployment benefits be collected while on maternatity leave in the state of Texas?
Q. I'm going to be out of work for 4 weeks while on maternity leave. I won't have any money coming in while out and was wondering if anyone knows for sure if unemployment benefits can temporarily be collected (In the state of texas) if no paychecks will be received for maternity leave. Any info is appreciated. Thanks!
Asked by Amanda A - Mon Mar 17 23:52:03 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. prob better if you call the unemployment office in Texas. Generally, they won't give them to you because you willingly left employment, but texas might be different.
Answered by JediMaster - Tue Mar 18 14:56:10 2008

Am I still entitled to Unemployment benefits in the state of Texas?
Q. I recently quit my job due to poor working conditions (cutting hours, often liked to skip or ignore breaks) and was often given trouble from a fellow co-worker. Would this be a probable cause to quit a job and am I still entitled to receive my unemployment benefits from the TWC even though I quit? Note that I have already had these benefits for a you few months before I was even employed with the company I quit. I guess I'll find out Monday.
Asked by Joshua - Fri Oct 16 22:02:08 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Probably not. Quitting usually disqualifies you.
Answered by Common Sense - Sat Oct 17 13:48:53 2009

Is it possible to have unemployment benefits transfered to another state?
Q. I am currently in one state but would like to move to another and I want to know if the unemployment benefits can move with me. If yes, what is the process for doing it?
Asked by Miss MeMe - - Wed Dec 19 14:28:36 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. In my experience your state will continue to owe the benefits unless your employment status changes, regardless of where you choose to live. if, however you start to work, even temporarily, that could change everything. I would get on your states unemployment website and spend some time on research. Every state can have different rules.
Answered by unknown - Wed Dec 19 16:11:27 2007

I am receiving my unemployment benefits can i sell as well on the internet?
Q. I am receiving my unemployment benefits.Now I have my business tax id last year and now I have plans to sell on the internet but I dont know how much I can make before I lose benefits. If I sell without profit does it count? What are the problem that can happen. Thank you for your advice. i live in IL.
Asked by mae_an - Fri Feb 20 14:59:25 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. What state do you live in? Each state has its own UEB rules about self employment! *EDIT - You can make up to 50% of your weekly benefits without reducing your pay. Anything over 50% will reduce your benefits by the amount in excess of 50%. ie. Your weekly benefit is $100 and you make $60, your weekly benefit will decrease by $10 (50% of $100 is $50. $60-$50 is $10) I am not sure why this is but ILL doesn't have any self employment requirements listed as to if it actually counts as employment income. I am in IA and here self employment income is NOT considered income toward unemployment. You should call your local office and ask them specifically about self employment income and how to report it each week. Also you will probably… [cont.]
Answered by pokerangel - Fri Feb 20 15:10:42 2009

How will going back to school impact unemployment benefits in MA?
Q. If I get laid off in Massachusetts and go back to school full-time (with some classes in the day time) -- can I still collect unemployment benefits? Can someone post the relevant legislation? I have done a search and not come up with any clarification. Thank you.
Asked by JQ01 - Tue Feb 24 16:18:13 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Although specific eligibility requirements vary from state to state, most states have the same basic standards for collecting unemployment benefits. They include: -You must be unemployed or working less than full time -You must meet certain income requirements -You must be ready, willing, and able to work -You must have involuntarily left your job In general, you won't be eligible for benefits if: -You quit your job simply because you didn't like it -You're fired for committing a crime (e.g., stealing) -You've never worked before For more information, contact your state's local employment office. You can also look in the state government section of your phone book under Unemployment Insurance, Unemployment… [cont.]
Answered by Anna K. P - Wed Feb 25 15:16:24 2009

What happens if you use your Texas Unemployment benefits?
Q. My friend has been drawing unemployment and utilizing the Tx unemployment classes. They have now been told that they have withdrawn all of their YEAR benefits in JUST four months. After this money is gone what happens? Do they NOT get anymore benefits? And now left without any help or is this extended in economic downfalls like this? HELP! Thanks!
Asked by djamshizzle - Thu Jun 18 11:22:07 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. "If you are eligible, it tells you the 12-month period your claim will be in effect, which is your benefit year. Your benefit year stays in effect for those dates even if you were disqualified or you have drawn all of your benefits. In other words, the money may run out before the year is over, and no more benefits will be available until the next benefit year."
Answered by cmp572 - Sun Jun 21 03:49:05 2009

How long does it take to recieve confirmation of Extended Unemployment benefits after you have applied?
Q. I recently exahausted my unemployment benefit and applied for extended benefits online, I did this about 3 weeks ago and havent recieved anything from EDD in the mail. Im wondering what the hold up is, Ive heard of other ex-military service members recieving unemployment checks for a full year here in California.
Asked by daniel a - Wed Dec 17 14:36:47 2008 - - 1 Answers - 1 Comments

A. I don't know but am wondering the same thing for Michigan. Thanks!
Answered by Jack of Trades - Wed Dec 17 15:09:45 2008

How does a temp to hire job affect your unemployment benefits if you end up not staying at the position?
Q. I am currently receiving unemployment benefits in California. If I do not end up staying at the position, will I still receive the same benefit amount as before I started the job or will the rate be adjusted according to the temp job rate which is in this case lower. Obviously I am aware that I would not get paid for the time I was working the temp job.
Asked by marvinfm - Fri Jan 16 18:03:47 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments

A. If you end up getting let go from the temp job, you will continue to draw on the claim you already have established. When you filed that claim it started a benefit year. So for one year after that, whenever you go back on unemployment it will be on that claim for that dollar amount.
Answered by Rambo - Sun Jan 18 13:26:07 2009

I missed one week to claim the unemployment benefits in New York State. What happens now?
Q. I missed one week to claim the unemployment benefits in New York State. I filed the claim 4 days late. My questions are: - Do I have to do anything? Do I need to reclaim or register again? - What's going to happen to the week's payment? Am I going to lose the benefits for that week? Or is one week benefits going to be added at the end so that as total I'll get the same employment amount? If you have any ideas, suggestions or experience I would really appreciate it!
Asked by Eazy - Mon Sep 21 09:49:43 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You at this point need to call their claims service line at 1800*209*8124; Tell them you missed claiming for that week and ask them to back up the week and pay you for it because of??? Whatever the reason, and you should have no problem. I hope this helps. ***They can actually back up several week for you, but you will need to speak to a representative to have it done for you
Answered by Teetee - Mon Sep 21 10:18:46 2009

Do I continue to get unemployment benefits if I accept a new job offer but that job doesn't start until June?
Q. I am currently getting unemployment benefits after being let go but I may get a new job starting in June. Do I continue to get unemployment benefits until then? I can not be without any income for a month and 1/2! Does anybody know if they just cut me off until I start my new job? I do have to tell them about this job offer when I claim my weeks, that's why I am so concerned.
Asked by Iriz - Sat Apr 11 12:37:29 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Although specific eligibility requirements vary from state to state, most states have the same basic standards for collecting unemployment benefits. They include: -You must be unemployed or working less than full time -You must meet certain income requirements -You must be ready, willing, and able to work -You must have involuntarily left your job In general, you won't be eligible for benefits if: -You quit your job simply because you didn't like it -You're fired for committing a crime (e.g., stealing) -You've never worked before For more information, contact your state's local employment office. You can also look in the state government section of your phone book under Unemployment Insurance, Unemployment… [cont.]
Answered by Anna K. P - Mon Apr 13 16:11:17 2009