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  2. Unemployment
  3. Applying for Unemployment Benefits

Applying for Unemployment Benefits

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Are you eligible? What information do you need when you file for benefits? What is the best method to apply? These questions and more are addressed in the application section of this resource center.

  • What to expect from start to finish...
  • How do I file a claim for Unemployment Insurance?
  • How long does it take for my claim to be processed?
  • How do I file a Wage Protest?
  • ID Verification-Why do I have to submit proof of ID?
  • What's taking so long?
  • If temporarily laid off, should I file for unemployment?
  • What should I do if I was temporarily laid off?
  • How do I check the status of my unemployment claim?
  • Apply or file for unemployment - Required Information for new claim
  • Eligibility requirements - Am I eligible for unemployment?
  • Monetary determination letter - not an approval
  • Severance & Wages in Lieu of Notice
  • Bonus payments - vacation pay - holiday pay - birthday pay
  • School Employees (Teachers, substitute teachers)
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