Author: Southern Maine Workers Center
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What if my employer asks me to return to work, but I am unable to do so due to concerns related to COVID-19?
In general, you cannot receive unemployment benefits if you refuse an offer to return to work. But you may still… Read More
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What if I am required to look for work to keep my benefits, but cannot because myself or a family member/ household member is part of an at risk group and can’t risk being exposed to COVID-19?
Simply put, if the work search requirement applies to you and you do not document your work search, you may… Read More
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What counts as engaging in work search activities?
The Maine Department of Labor has said that the following activities meet the work search requirement: Applying for a job… Read More
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COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Paid Family & Medical Leave
A new law passed by Congress gives some workers new paid sick leave and paid family & medical leave options… Read More
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Information on Overpayments due to error or appeal reversal:
An overpayment occurs when you receive unemployment benefits for which you are subsequently found to be ineligible. Typically there will… Read More
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If I am receiving unemployment benefits, and I am working part time or earning money from gig work, How do I fill out my weekly claim?
In general, you cannot receive unemployment benefits if you are being paid to work. However, you may still be entitled… Read More
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I am self-employed or a gig worker and have been receiving the minimum weekly benefit. How do I know if I am eligible for a higher benefit? How do I submit proof of income?
If your net income (for self-employed workers) or gross wages (for gig workers) in 2019 was below $15,224, you do… Read More
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What if I am offered a job, but I cannot start the job due to concerns about exposure to COVID-19 or because I need to care for a child or other family member?
In general, you are no longer eligible for unemployment if you refuse a “suitable” job offer. However, you can still… Read More
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To say that Black Lives Matter is to commit ourselves to fundamentally changing the world.
To say that Black Lives Matter at this time is to commit ourselves to fundamentally changing the world. We see… Read More
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Southern Maine Workers’ Center delivers letter to Gov. Mills, calling for more health care coverage during COVID-19 crisis.
On Thursday, May 7th at 11am, the Southern Maine Workers’ Center will make a symbolic delivery of a letter to… Read More