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- No One Should Get 99 Weeks of Unemployment BenefitsExtended unemployment is welfare, not unemployment.
- Allow Unemployment Benefits to Expire; Might Be a Good Idea After AllCongress is wrestling with the idea of extending unemployment benefits and payroll tax cuts. Ultimately, these extensions aren't the answer to our unemployment problem.
- How to Collect Unemployment when You Get Fired from Your JobThere are some ways you can still collect unemployment, even if you are fired.
How to Apply for Extended Unemployment BenefitsThe first step in applying for extended unemployment benefits is determining whether or not your state offers these extensions.- Pension Benefits Could Affect Your Unemployment BenefitsIf you are working while you receive pension benefits and are laid off, your unemployment benefits may be reduced by your pension benefits, generally depending on who contributed to the pension plan. You should check with your state unemployment agency.
- Unemployment Benefits Cut in South CarolinaSouth Carolina governor Nikki Haley signed into law this week legislation reducing the total number of weeks -- from 26 to 20 -- jobless workers eligible for regular unemployment benefits could receive said benefits.
- How to Recover Income Tax Paid on Unemployment Benefits when You Have to Repay the BenefitsThere may be cases in which you have to pay back unemployment benefits you have received. How you recover the income tax paid on the benefits depends on the year you make the repayment.
- Comparing Unemployment Benefits Across the CountryInformation about how unemployment benefits and the duration of those benefits vary across the United States.
- Up to 13,000 Missourians May Lose Unemployment BenefitsMissouri may lose unemployment benefits for those without work the longest.
Bill Seeks to Give 99ers Extension of Unemployment BenefitsThe long term unemployed have renewed hope as members of Congress hold a press conference this Wednesday to announce they are reintroducing a bill that would extend jobless benefits beyond 99 weeks.
Important Tax Advice for Unemployment Benefits and ExtensionsUnemployment tax tips for those unemployed.- Unemployment Benefits in Texas: How to Apply for BenefitsIf you're unemployed in Texas here's how to apply for unemployment compensation, who is eligible, and how much money per week you're receive.
- Unemployment Benefits in California: How to Apply for BenefitsSimple, step-by-step instructions on how to file for unemployment benefits in California including where to apply, who is eligible, and how much you'll receive each week.
- Should People Work for Their Unemployment Benefits?The following is just a few quick thoughts -- a very broad outline -- of how people could be productive in return for their unemployment checks. However, it's enough that I think you'll get the general idea.
Congressman David Wu Offers Hopeful Words About the Need for the Expansion of Unemployment for 99ersIn a letter emailed yesterday to a fellow unemployment advocate from U.S. Representative David Wu (D OR), the Congressman provides a view into his position on expanding federal unemployment benefits for 99ers.
Congressman John Dingell Offers Encouraging Words for 99ersIn a letter received from U.S. Representative John Dingell (D MI) yesterday, he provides a view into his position on expanding federal unemployment benefits for 99ers.- New Jersey Unemployment Benefits: The Latest News on Extensions and Paperless FilingIf you are collecting unemployment in New Jersey, you need to be aware of the latest information regarding and extension of benefits and the new paperless filing system.
- Unemployment Law to Extend Benefits Signed by ObamaThe unemployment law to extend benefits for the next 13 months was signed yesterday by President Obama. The bipartisan compromise also extended current tax rates for two years.
Why Can't Unemployment Benefits Be Tied to Job Training?Some jobs are never going to return to the job market. So says the Labor Department. Is it fair that Americans who are among the long term unemployed should commit to participating in job training programs in exchange for unemployment benefits?
Drawing Unemployment Benefits While Pregnant: Can You or Can't You?An easy answer as to whether you can collect unemployment benefits while pregnant or just after having your baby.- Unemployment Benefits Extended: But Nothing for the 99ers!Obama vows to extend unemployment benefits and tax cuts---- to everyone but "the 99ers" who are the most desperate and vulnerable class of unemployed workers. They are left without anything this Christmas.
- Unemployed? You're Getting ScroogedComment on Unemployment Benefits Vote
Unemployment Benefits and Your Small BusinessBeing laid off from your job can be the perfect time to realize your dream of starting a business. Take time to review the unemployment insurance laws in your state to make sure that you have income while you're building that dream.- Unemployment Benefits: Use Them, Don't Abuse ThemUnemployment benefits are wonderful for many who are temporarily out of work. But the benefits need to be used wisely, rather than be abused. Persons are better off if they can work or get help through other resources.
Food Banks Preparing for End of Extended Unemployment BenefitsFood banks preparing for the worst as federally-funded, extended unemployment benefits expire.
Federal Unemployment Benefits Extension May Pass Next WeekDue to the very irresponsible inaction of Congress, the Federal Unemployment Benefits Extension will expire November 30, 2010. See a fact sheet showing when workers in your state would be affected by the expiration.- Republicans Block Bill to Extend Unemployment BenefitsThere will be more than 143,000 people in Michigan affected by the Republican House decision to not extend unemployment benefits.
- Republicans Prevent Unemployment Benefits Extension PassageWednesday November 18, 2010, the House of Representatives failed to pass the Unemployment Benefits Extension bill to keep benefits from expiring November 30. The bill should pass eventually, but probably not before it expires.
- Unemployment Extension 2010: Unemployment Benefits Will Expire for Millions of AmericansMillions of jobless people are expected to lose their benefits in December unless Congress acts fast.
- Unemployment Extension Crisis -- It's November; Will There Be Another Emergency Extension for 2010?Many do not know that if an emergency unemployment benefits extension isn't passed within the week, by the end of this very week, the week ending November 20, 2010, the benefits of two million people will be impacted by year's end.
Unemployment Benefits for Millions Expire November 30, 2010. Extension Uncertain2,000,000 unemployed workers have exhausted their state unemployment benefits and must depend on Congress to extend the benefits periodically. Republicans may refuse to extend them unless they are paid for by spending reductions.- November Unemployment Benefits Extension in Works?What is going to happen when the current unemployment extension ends?
How to Apply for Extended Unemployment BenefitsThe standard limit for unemployment benefits is 26 weeks. However, at times, such as in the current recession and slow recovery, that period is extended. Find out what it takes to be eligible for extended benefits.
Keeping Your Family Fed Well While on Unemployment BenefitsUnemployment benefits don't leave much left to spend at the grocery store. How to cook healthier by using crock pot and freezing fresh homemade foods.- Unemployment "Benefits"Non-material benefits of unemployment... Opportunity to reflect on your previous career and your life in general... Life is more than what you think of it when you are applying for college...
- HOW to APPLY for EXTENDED UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITSWith the working environment being so volatile today and so many people unemployed, there has to be some means for the victims to acquire assistance. One of the most beneficial methods is unemployment compensation.
Unemployment Benefits ReviewUnemployment benefits? To Provide or Not to Provide.- Former Wells Fargo Employee Denied Unemployment Because of TardinessA former Wells Fargo realtor has been stripped of his unemployment benefits after his former employer claimed he was fired for being late numerous times.
- How to Qualify for Unemployment BenefitsWith the financial situation in our society today there has become an even more increased need for unemployment benefits for people who have lost their jobs.
