Collecting Unemployment Benefits in the Event of a Temporary Layoff
What is a Temporary Layoff?
A temporary layoff is when an employer removes staff employees from their jobs for a short amount of time. This can happen for a variety of reasons:
- The job is a seasonal position
- The workplace is undergoing renovations
- Weather conditions render work impossible, and operations need to be suspended temporarily
I Have Been Laid Off Temporarily - Can I Collect Unemployment Benefits?
Depending on your state, you may be able to collect unemployment benefits for the time you are laid off. This can be true even in the case of regular seasonal layoffs. However, in some states, if you are given an opportunity to work elsewhere, such at another branch of your company, rejecting that opportunity could mean forfeiting your right to collect unemployment benefits for that time.
Should I Contact A Lawyer About My Temporary Layoff?
Because the laws on this issue can be quite complex and vary significantly from state to state, you should speak with a lawyer on this issue. A lawyer can advise you on how to collect benefits, and if a claim for benefits has been denied, a lawyer can help you appeal that decision.
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Last Modified: 03-24-2011 12:14 PM PDT
