In life we may find ourselves in situations that are not entirely pleasant such as when we become unemployed. In these cases, obtaining any type of financial help is always a relief and the United States Government can provide this type of help if we plan everything well in advance.
In the case of not having unemployment insurance we will not be able to collect this help, so we will have problems with the household finances if we have not saved enough money during the working period. So pay attention to everything related to unemployment insurance because it is probably advisable to apply for it.
How to apply for Unemployment Benefits?
In order to apply for unemployment insurance, we must take into account that each state has its own rules. When applying for this insurance, it is best to go directly to the labor office. Each State may have a different type of insurance and the forms may also be different.
For this reason, the Department of Labor (DOL) can offer help by calling 1-866-487-2365. They will be able to answer any questions you may have regarding this financial help. However, no matter which state you live in, you must keep in mind that you must meet certain requirements.
Eligibility for Unemployment Insurance
Even if we want to apply for this Unemployment Insurance, we must meet certain conditions. These conditions are:
- You must have earned a certain minimum wage in the last 12 or 24 months.
- Have had a steady job for the last 12 or 24 months.
- Be actively looking for work.
If we meet these criteria we will be able to apply for this type of financial help and, therefore, we will be able to collect some money during the period in which we are unemployed.
It should also be noted that we may have to pay taxes on our unemployment benefit. In order to have all this information it is best to contact the IRS to avoid tax problems.
