Covid-19
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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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Document: Unemployment Insurance for Workers Impacted by Covid-19
Written by Maine Equal Justice. Often people think they aren’t eligible for Unemployment Insurance when they really are. If you… Read More
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Document: General Covid Information, Answers & Resources
Written by Maine Equal Justice. Clear information about a range of important topics including employment resources, health care access, general… 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
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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