Frequently Asked Questions

• How Do I Qualify For Unemployment Insurance Benefits?
  You must first establish monetary eligibility. This means that you must have adequate wages in your base period to establish eligibility. The base period is the first four of the last five … more
• What Is The Weekly Benefit Amount?
  The amount you earn determines the amount of unemployment benefits you can collect. In other words, the more you earn, the more you can collect. Your weekly benefit amount (WBA) is the benefit … more
• Can I File A Claim Outside Of Maine?
  Yes, You can file a claim by telephone from any other state. The number to call from out of state is (207) 753­2800. If you live in Canada, you should contact your nearest unemployment office … more

Legal Articles

• Employee Rights When a Job Ends
  Leaving a job is not easy. If you are fired, downsized or laid off then you are likely nervous about the future and your own financial security. If you are leaving of your own free will to relocate or start a new job you might also be nervous and uneasy. In either case there are things that you need to be aware of so that you receive everything to which you are entitled to by … more
• In this economy, I’m afraid of being laid off from my job. What will I do?
  In the case of some layoffs that involve many workers or an entire workplace, the Worker Adjustment and Retraining (WARN) Act may apply. If the WARN Act is applicable, then your employer may have to give you sixty (60) days notice prior to your layoff, as well as information regarding your rights and options. Likewise, your employer may be subject to the Trade Act, which mandates … more

Free Legal Forms

• Feb 25, 2002 Notice Regarding First Report
• Petition For Review Of Incapacity
• Petition To Determine Extent Of Permanent Impairment
• Petition To Remedy Discrimination

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