Can I go to school or take training courses and still receive unemployment?
If you are going to school or attending training, you may still receive unemployment benefits, depending upon the course of study and the required
What happens if I refuse a job offer?
You must visit the employer to which you are referred.
What if I don’t make job contacts during a week?
If you make less than a minimum of two job contacts in a claim week, you may be denied benefits for that week.
Is anybody going to check or verify my job contacts?
Yes. All job contacts are subject to verification.
If I receive a letter or phone call to report to or call the VEC Workforce Center, what should I do?
Report to or call the office when scheduled. If you do not, you may not be paid unemployment benefits for that week.
If I file my claim and decide not to claim benefits, can my claim be canceled?
If you wish to cancel your claim and not claim benefits, you must make your cancelation request in writing within 30 days of the date your claim is
If I am a member of a union, what are my work search requirements?
If you are a member of a union that has a local hiring hall that solicits work on your behalf, you may be required to seek work only through the un
What if I fail to repay the overpayment?
If the overpayment is not repaid in full before you claim future benefits, a deduction (offset) will be made from these benefits.
What is an overpayment?
An overpayment occurs when unemployment benefits are paid for weeks in which you are later determined to be ineligible.
How are the facts about my separation obtained?
When you file your claim, we’ll ask for the reason for your separation (why you are no longer employed).
