What Are California’s Unemployment Benefits?

What Are California’s Unemployment Benefits?

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Qualifying applicants can receive unemployment insurance from the Employment Development Department (EDD). To understand what California’s unemployment benefits entail, this guide will discuss monetary payments. If you are dealing with benefit denial, please seek legal assistance.

Who Qualifies for Unemployment Insurance?

Unexpected job loss or reduced hours are challenging situations for Californians. However, unemployment insurance can provide temporary aid for people unable to work. If you’re without a job due to no fault of your own (temporary or permanent layoff), you may be eligible for partial wage replacement. To receive benefits, you must file a claim with the EDD. A representative will assess your claim and determine if you will receive unemployment insurance.

Let’s talk more about the ideal recipient. Someone who recently lost their job due to an unexpected layoff qualifies for benefits. The person must actively look for work and must be available for work. Essentially, benefits help cover expenses until a person finds new employment. It’s not a long-term financial solution.

Who Administers the Benefits?

The EDD handles all unemployment insurance claims and administers benefits. When seeking benefits, you must meet certain criteria. Of course, proving that you’re out of work due to no fault of your own is a major requirement. However, you must also show that you’re out of work for a specific time period and that you’re actively seeking employment.

How Much Compensation Do Recipients Receive?

California’s unemployment benefits are partial wage replacements for qualifying recipients. According to the EDD, weekly benefits may range from $40 to $450 per week. However, the EDD will assess your claim and determine your weekly amount.

Given the partial wage replacement, searching for work is critical during this time period. The EDD offers helpful resources like job portals and resume builder workshops. They want recipients to find employment as soon as possible.

Dealing With Benefit Denial

Filing an unemployment insurance claim and receiving benefits seems like an easy, straightforward process. However, the EDD denies qualifying Californians every day. That’s why it’s important to seek legal assistance. Pershing Square Law Firm is a team of unemployment lawyers in California that can help you! Appeal your insurance claim and receive benefits faster with the help of your lawyer.

Let's identify your legal issue.

Are you an Individual or a Business?

Do you have a current claim for benefits?

Is the EDD refusing to pay some or all of your benefits?

Is the EDD refusing to pay because it claims you were overpaid benefits?

Does the EDD claim you owe them money?

What type of benefits are you claiming?

We are probably unable to help you, but feel free to call us at (800)-696-1206

Are you reaching out about an EDD Payroll Tax Audit?

Did the EDD already begin the audit?

Did you recieve a Notice of Assessment?

Has it been more than 60 days since the notice was mailed?

Unfortunately, It appears you are past the deadline to appeal. However, you can still call use at (866)-517-9823 to speak with an attorney.

We are probably unable to help you, but feel free to call us at (866)-517-9823

Your deadline may be coming up soon! Contact us as soon as possible before it is too late.

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