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The states generally base their unemployment tax rate to employers according to the size of their payroll and their employees continued employment. A large turnover rate of employees will generally increase their tax rate. This is one of the reasons some employers deliberately misclassify the employee as an "independent contractor" to avoid their obligation to the state and the employees.
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What if your employer instructs laid off employees not to file for unemployment?
You have the right to file for unemployment, but if you receive a severance package from your employer you may be violating the terms of your severance package by filing for unemployment.
Who else has access to my unemployment status?
Only you have access to your unemployment status. However, the people at the Unemployment Office do have access to your information. Also, your previous and sometimes next to last employer are aware that you are filing for unemployment & they receive a copy of what you say when you file for unemployment, but that is all. For example, if when you file you state that you are "laid off due to a lack of work", that information will be sent over to your employer so they can make their response for the reason (s) that you are no longer employed with that company.
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.
How is a termination challenged by an employee?
legally By filing an unemployment claim and if the state finds for the employer you can appeal the state's decision.
I am curious to know how filing for unemployment works and how it is relevant to me.?
Unemployment benefits do not go by age, family size, or family class. Your unemployment benefit amounts are based upon your past earnings in your previous jobs.
How do you obtain the reason terminated from employer?
First, simply ask them. Then, if you are filing a claim for unemployment benefits, the state's investigator will find out, in order to determine your eligibility for those benefits/
What questions are an employer asked when they receive papers about a former employee filing for unemployment?
They will be asked the same questions you were asked by the office when you filed your claim. The state needs to verify your eligibility and double check your answers with those given by the former employer.
Am i eligible for unemployment if i was fired as part of lawsuit settlement?
Not enough information is given to answer the question properly. You MAY be eligible but you would have to check with your local State Unemployment Office. Under the circumstances, don't be too surprised if your former employer challenges your filing for them.
Can an employer fire an employee for filing bankruptcy?
Absolutely not it has nothing to do with the employer
Can you collect unemployment if you live in Michigan and got laid off in Indiana?
According to the Michigan Employment Security Act, you only qualify for unemployment if you quit your job because of an action (or lack thereof) of your employer that a reasonable person would be unable to tolerate. You must first inform your employer of your concern and give them the opportunity to make changes before you quit. You have nothing to lose by filing for unemployment benefits and should do so, providing all pertinent information and documentation that you have, allowing the agency to decide whether you are eligible.
Can you collect unemployment in Texas if you get fired?
You are usually eligible to receive unemployment benefits even if you were fired so long as you were not fired for "gross misconduct," the definition of which is determined by the state unemployment agency and seems, in Texas, to include "work-related misconduct, neglect, or mismanagement" according to a Texas Unemployment website (see "Related Links"). You have nothing to lose by filing for unemployment benefits and should do so right away. Include all pertinent information so the unemployment agency has as much information as possible. They will contact your previous employer and will allow you to dispute anything your employer says, but make sure you are being honest and have documented the situation well.
How can I actually apply for unemployment benefits on-line?
To obtain unemployment benefits online one needs to be registered on the correct site with a username and password so that one's identity can be verified. One also needs to be a valid claimant of the benefits.
