Filing for unemployment has become a tedious and confusing task if you don’t do your research first. There are many new methods, criteria and restrictions on Connecticut unemployment so if you intend to file an unemployment claim, read the following to get you started in the right direction.

Thanks to the fast paced technological world you no longer have to stand in line to file your Connecticut unemployment claim. You can also make your claim by phone or through the website which saves all parties time and stress. Your entire step by step process is outlined on the states Department of Labor website if you are looking for further detail than this may provide.

To be eligible for Connecticut unemployment you must meet certain income guidelines, be partially or totally unemployed and must have been terminated involuntarily, not fired for illicit or unacceptable behavior. On a weekly basis you are responsible for reporting to the unemployment agency about your attempts to gain employment, sustain physical and mental stability, and file a claim each and every week during your collection of unemployment benefits. If you are assessed to use all of your available unemployment funds, then you must follow even stricter guidelines to obtain employment including attending mandatory interviews and working closely with employment agencies that you are directed to.

When applying for Connecticut unemployment, whether it be personally, via telephone or through their website, you will also have access to a number of different resources to aid you in your search for employment. They will provide you with websites where you can find local job listings, seminars on how to handle interviews, career counseling and small business assistance. Take advantage of any of the services provided because they were created to get you back on your feet as quickly as possible.

If health insurance is a concern of yours considering your recent job loss, Connecticut unemployment provides a COBRA plan that will sustain insurance for those that were “involuntarily terminated.” One February 17, 2009 President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act allowing those who were terminated from September 1, 2008 to December 31, 2009 to receive 9 months of premiums. This way, you are still able to receive the health coverage you need and focus on obtaining new employment.

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