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When to file an unemployment claim against the state?

When to file an unemployment claim against the state?

An unemployment insurance claim is filed against the state where you worked, not where you live. If all of your work in the last 18 months has been in a state other than Maryland, your claim should be filed against that state. The laws of the state you are filing against govern your claim.

Why do unemployment benefits vary from state to state?

Benefits vary by state, so unemployment compensation depends on your location and your individual claim. There could also be an issue with your claim. Arasteh notes that when she worked for a nonprofit workforce-development organization, some of her clients said that their checks had unexpectedly stopped.

What does pending a separation issue on my unemployment?

If you lost your benefits for this reason, it would be a non-separation issue. The unemployment benefits system is a joint program of the federal government and the states. Operating under federal guidelines, each state sets its own specific rules on what makes you eligible for benefits.

Why did my unemployment check stop when I answered no?

In some cases, she learned that they had answered “No” to the question of whether they were actively searching for a job, causing the unemployment insurance (UI) claims to be flagged, and their checks to be stopped.

Do you have to answer weekly unemployment claim questions?

Answer the questions honestly. They are required by the CARES Act and claims may be audited by the U.S. Department of Labor. If you no longer qualify for PUA, you may be eligible to reapply for regular unemployment benefits. These questions pertain only to the week that you are claiming. They are in addition to the UI weekly claim questions.

An unemployment insurance claim is filed against the state where you worked, not where you live. If all of your work in the last 18 months has been in a state other than Maryland, your claim should be filed against that state. The laws of the state you are filing against govern your claim.

In some cases, she learned that they had answered “No” to the question of whether they were actively searching for a job, causing the unemployment insurance (UI) claims to be flagged, and their checks to be stopped.

How to get a response regarding your unemployment benefits?

If you have been waiting more than 3-4 weeks for a response/approval and or your unemployment benefits, find out how you contact your representative here. This site is privately owned and is neither affiliated with, nor endorsed by, nor operated by any government agency.