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Did I earn enough to collect unemployment?
Always file your first claim so that we can review your income and other factors to decide whether or how much you will receive.
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Which workers cannot receive unemployment benefits?
Most laid off and furloughed workers are eligible for unemployment benefits, but some are not.
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What is Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) for laid off workers?
Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) helps workers who lose their jobs or have their wages and work hours lowered because of foreign competition.
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Benefit Accuracy Measurement (BAM)
BAM is a federally mandated program that prevents unemployment benefit errors and frauds.
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Can I receive unemployment if I'm unemployed because of a labor dispute?
People who are unemployed because of a lockout or a strike they aren't part of can receive unemployment benefits.
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Can I receive unemployment if I am a teacher or educational employee?
Current and former school and educational employees may receive full or partial benefits under certain conditions and during certain time periods.
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When is my unemployment claim paid?
Unemployment benefits are paid weekly and are based on your weekly filing.
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Can I file for unemployment if my former employer says I quit or was fired?
People can request a hearing if they think they are eligible for unemployment benefits but their employer says they aren't.
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What is a dislocated worker?
Dislocated workers are people who are eligible for unemployment benefits for certain specific reasons.
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What is in an unemployment denial of benefits letter?
Denial of benefits letters describe why people won't receive unemployment benefits and how they can appeal that decision.
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Are my unemployment benefits taxable?
If you are required to file a tax return, unemployment benefits are fully taxable by the federal government (IRS) and the State of Connecticut.
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When will I begin receiving unemployment benefit payments?
It usually takes 1-2 weeks to pay your first claim.
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Can I file for unemployment even though I’m not a U.S. citizen?
"Legal aliens" living in Connecticut can file for unemployment benefits.
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Why do I need official documentation from my previous employer?
People applying for unemployment benefits must tell us the official reason they were laid off or furloughed.
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Can I receive unemployment if I receive a pension?
People who receive a pension may be eligible for unemployment benefits based on the amount of the pension payment.
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Can I receive unemployment from Connecticut if I worked in more than one state?
People who earned wages in Connecticut and other states may file for unemployment benefits in Connecticut.
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