Virginia’s Latest Unemployment Insurance Weekly Initial Claims at 1,826

RICHMOND— Virginia Works announced today that 1,826 unemployment insurance weekly initial claims were filed during the week ending August 31, 2024, which is 16.4 percent lower than last week's 2,185 claims and 28.9 percent lower than the comparable week of last year (2,568).  Nearly 83 percent of claimants self-reported an associated industry; of those reported, the top five industries (60 percent) were Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (232); Retail Trade (191); Administrative and Support and Waste Management (173); Health Care and Soci

Your Employer Responsibilities

As an employer in the Commonwealth of Virginia, you are required to comply with specific unemployment insurance (UI) laws. Fulfilling these responsibilities protects your business from fines and penalties, ensures eligible workers receive unemployment benefits when needed, and helps stabilize the local economy during economic downturns. 

Benefits Information

If you’ve lost your job through no fault of your own, we’re here to help. This page outlines your rights and responsibilities while filing for benefits, helping you avoid potential issues or delays.  

Once you file your claim, you’re responsible for meeting Virginia’s unemployment benefit requirements. 

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