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UIA Resources for Claimants

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UIA Resources for Claimants

Whether you’re just starting a claim, or already have one open, the UIA has resources and support to help you.

There are specific rules and regulations for claiming unemployment insurance benefits. We can help you understand these requirements and help you prepare to apply.

Have more questions after viewing this page? Schedule an appointment, walk in to a Local Office, check out our videos for workers or visit the unemployed workers FAQs.

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    Filing a claim 101

    Everything you need to know about eligibility, how to certify, reporting work searches, common mistakes and more.

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    Easy-to-follow steps

    This plain language resource will guide you in applying for and understanding your unemployment benefits.

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    Things to keep in mind

    Find more information about your 1099-G tax forms, protests/appeals, overpayments, free Advocacy Program, and more.

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    Your resource library

    Need to figure out all the features the user-friendly MiUI has to offer? See the FAQs, videos, toolkits, and more at MiUI University.

Saunders Settlement Agreement

A judge has finalized the $55 million settlement in the Saunders v Unemployment Ins. Agency et al class action lawsuit by workers who believe they were wrongly asked to repay pandemic-era unemployment benefits before a protest or appeal was resolved.

 

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