What is the employer’s role in the partial unemployment claim process?
When an employee files for partial unemployment due to a reduction in hours, the employer will receive a "Claim Filed for Partial Unemployment Benefits Notification" form. The claimant will file weekly with the VEC, generating a bi-weekly form that they bring to you for verification. This form is to confirm weekly earnings, and that the claimant worked all available hours.
It is essential to complete and sign this form promptly, as the claimant must return it to the VEC. If discrepancies arise between what you and the claimant report, the VEC may contact either party to resolve the issue. If the employee is fully unemployed due to no work being available, this is considered full unemployment, and the process is different.
