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Unemployment Compensation
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This section of PALawHelp.org has information and resources about Unemployment Compensation Benefits in Pennsylvania.
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Your Right to Unemployment Compensation
Information from Pennsylvania Legal Aid Network, Inc. on the operation of the Unemployment Compensation system in Pennsylvania for worker who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. Read More
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How to File for Unemployment Compensation Benefits Online (Video)
Need to file for unemployment benefits? This video from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry will show you everything you need to know and how you can save time in the process! Read More
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Apply for Unemployment Compensation Benefits - Initial Claim
This site from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry allows you to file an initial application or reopen their existing claims for UC benefits via the Internet, telephone or video phone for individuals using American Sign Language. Content Detail
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Filing for Unemployment Benefits Online
Guide from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry to setting up Unemployment Compensation claims by Internet or by telephone. Content Detail
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Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) is for people who would not normally qualify for benefits under Pennsylvania's unemployment programs. Individuals covered under PUA include the self-employed (e.g. independent contractors, gig economy workers, and workers for certain religious entities), those seeking part-time employment, individuals lacking sufficient work history, and those who otherwise do not qualify for regular unemployment compensation or extended benefits. This classroom offers resources explaining the program and how to apply for and received benefits. Read More
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Unemployment Benefits - Guide
This guide will help you navigate the process of applying for unemployment compensation and connect you with additional resources available as part of the federal and state response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Content Detail
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Filing Bi-Weekly Claims for Unemployment Compensation
After filing an application for UC benefits, you must file claims for weeks when you are totally or partially unemployed in order to receive UC. This site from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry will allow you to file your claims via the Internet 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. Sunday, and 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday. Content Detail
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Basics of Unemployment Compensation
General information from Neighborhood Legal Services Association about receiving unemployment compensation benefits. Content Detail
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Appealing an Unemployment Compensation Decision
Information from Neighborhood Legal Services Association on how to appeal a denial of unemployment compensation. Content Detail
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Able and Available for Work and Refusal of Suitable Work
Information from Neighborhood Legal Services Association on the "able and available for suitable work" and "refusal of suitable work" requirements for unemployment compensation. Content Detail
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Qualifying for Unemployment Compensation (Audio-MP3)
6/2/2008: A summary of the Unemployment Compensation benefit process in Pennsylvania by Northwestern Legal Services. Includes information on qualifying when you quit or are terminated, how to apply, financial eligibility requirements, the hearing process, and information on appealing a case. Audio recording with written transcript. Read More
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Register for Work Online to Keep Your UC Benefits!
Pennsylvania has a requirement that unemployed people must register for work on CareerLinks’ "JobGateway" website within 30 days of filing for unemployment compensation (UC) benefits. Find out the facts about work registration from Community Legal Services of Philadelphia. Read More
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Representing Yourself at a Unemployment Compensation Referee Hearing
Tips and suggestions for persons representing themselves at an unemployment compensation hearing from Neighborhood Legal Services Association. Content Detail
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Temporary Jobs - When on Unemployment Compensation Benefits
Information from Northwestern Legal Services on how temporary employment can affect the receipt of unemployment compensation benefit. Read More
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Understanding the Process - Filing for Unemployment Compensation Benefits
Northwestern Legal Services provides this summary that outlines the process when applying for unemployment compensation benefits. Read More
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