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getagrip_already

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1. In MA, you would qualify for UI under new rules they implemented for the crisis

Reply to Happy Hoosier (Original post)

Fri Apr 3, 2020, 11:32 AM

Apr 2020

You don't have to be laid off, just not being paid as a result of the crisis.

So check your state and see if they have similar rules. Hopefully you don't live in FL.

Good luck.

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Well, it's official... furloughed. [View all] Happy Hoosier Apr 2020 OP

In MA, you would qualify for UI under new rules they implemented for the crisis getagrip_already Apr 2020 #1

Thanks a lot. The local number is busy.... Happy Hoosier Apr 2020 #2

I'm under the impression that furloughed employees are usually PoindexterOglethorpe Apr 2020 #3

I don't know the details but I bet you'll get unemployment captain queeg Apr 2020 #4

Whatever they're calling it, furloughed or laid off, procon Apr 2020 #5

Thanks all... trying to apply... Happy Hoosier Apr 2020 #6

Assuming Hoosier means something specific, go to the web site, and file jmg257 Apr 2020 #7

Thanks very much! NT Happy Hoosier Apr 2020 #8

Thanks all, have my app in. An agent is almost sure I am eligible. Happy Hoosier Apr 2020 #9

Hi. Just wanted to wish you good luck and Ilsa Apr 2020 #10

My understanding is furloughed employees are eligible for unemployment. I know it's true in my state kairos12 Apr 2020 #11