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Unemployment Benefits

If you were recently discharged from your job, you may be entitled to unemployment benefits.

Unemployment insurance benefits are payments made to eligible employees who become unemployed through no fault of their own.

There is an Unemployment Insurance Program in each state. Under federal guidelines, each state sets its own rules. State rules cover eligibility for benefits, benefit amounts, and the length of time workers can receive benefits.

Employees can usually receive benefits for up to 26 weeks. This depends on how long you worked before you lost your job. During times of high unemployment or in special situations, states can provide extended benefits. If you apply for unemployment benefits, your application can be granted or denied. If your application is denied, you have the right to appeal.

Your state unemployment office will tell you about your appeal rights. States are very strict about the timing of appeals. Be sure to file your appeal within the required time.

If you appeal a denial of benefits, you will have a hearing. You can bring witnesses to this hearing. You can handle the hearing yourself or you can hire a lawyer to help you. California is very strict about the timing of appeals. Be sure to contact the Law Offices of Michael P. Sousa at (858) 453-6122 as soon as you have an appeal issue regarding your unemployment benefits.

If you believe you need assistance in obtaining unemployment benefits you feel you are entitled to, please call Michael P. Sousa today for a free consultation. Remember, states are very strict about appeal deadlines, so act today. Call (858) 453-6122.