Author: Southern Maine Workers Center
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Know Your Rights – Maine’s Earned Paid Leave Law
Conheça seus direitos – disponível em PortuguesConoce tus derechos- Disponible en EspañolConnaissez vos droits: disponible en français What is Earned… Read More
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Big changes at the Workers’ Center
Dear Workers’ Center community, We are excited to announce some bittersweet news and major transitions at the Southern Maine Workers’… Read More
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How did we get here? A brief history of healthcare and formation of ACA
This is the second in a series of brief articles by members of the Southern Maine Workers Center’s Health Care… Read More
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What’s Going On with the Affordable Care Act?
The Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare, is back in the Supreme Court this year and the court… Read More
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Workers Support Hotline Shut Down October 2nd thru November 9th 2020
The Southern Maine Workers’ Center is suspending the worker support hotline service beginning Friday, Oct 2nd until Monday, November 9th.… Read More
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Voting Resources 2020
Find the answer to questions the people you talk to have in the links below, or let people know the… Read More
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Infographic: I don’t feel safe going to work. Can I still get unemployment benefits?
Many workers are concerned about going back to work or taking a job. They do not feel safe because of… Read More
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Am I required to look for work in order to receive unemployment benefits?
Starting August 9, 2020, workers who are permanently separated from their employer (i.e. cannot or do not expect to return… Read More
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I lost my job during the pandemic, but I have not yet applied for benefits. Am I still eligible? How do I apply?
Depending on your previous income, the circumstances of leaving your job, and current unemployment status, you may be entitled to… Read More
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How many weeks will I receive benefits?
As long as your employment status has not changed, and you are meeting the weekly requirements for eligibility–filing your weekly… Read More