Category: Unemployment Insurance

I’m filling out my unemployment claim online. I had one job that ended, and still have another very part time job where I am considered a contractor and am responsible for my own SS and withholding payment. At the end of the year, they issue me a 1099-NEC. When asked on the claim form about other employment, it asks who the employer is. Is the company that contracts my work considered an “employer”?

A) Whether or not a company that contracts your work is considered an “employer” for unemployment purposes depends on the specific facts of the situation....

I worked for the US Census Bureau in October as an enumerator. My job ended. I have been calling and leaving messages about my PUA unemployment claim. I’ve filed for PAU and I have been reporting every week since October. There is no response and no payment. Today, I can not file my weekly claim because your website is not responding.

I’m sorry to hear about the difficulties you’re facing with your PUA (Pandemic Unemployment Assistance) unemployment claim. It’s important to address this issue promptly to...

I am working with a client who is applying for TANF assistance. He is currently homeless and his unemployment benefits ran out. He needs a letter stating that his benefits have ended and the effective date. He went to the local office and was provided a transcript of the payments which the DCFS worker stated was not sufficient. Where can he get a letter that details that his unemployment benefits have ended at this time?

A) Your client can get a letter stating that his unemployment benefits have ended from the state agency that administers unemployment benefits in his state....