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Does anyone know if I can collect UE? s/m - flmt

Posted: Jul 21, 2012

I lost my job last year, was on UE for 2 months. Then got hired by a large company. Biggest mistake of my life. I never hated a job as much as this one. I was making less money, working longer hours - I had a meltdown 2 weeks ago and walked away. I haven't been back since, applying for different jobs but I do have bills to pay. Does anyone know if I can file for UE and collect on the "balance" I have? I could collect for 4.5 months while job hunting. I'm in FL. Otherwise, I guess I'd better crawl back Monday to my crappy job. :(

Unemployment - JP

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In my state, you can try out a new job, and if you quit within 28 days because the job is "unsuitable," you might still be eligible for benefits. Good luck!

Also in FL - nn

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I quit working for Nuance last year due to lack of work, etc. At that time, I filed a claim, and was determined to be eligible for I believe $180 every 2 weeks. In between I did find another job with employee status, so didn't pursue the UE any further. (I basically worked for the "new company" from July-February and both of these were employee positions) I subsequently filed a claim, had to appeal it and was finally awarded UE to the tune of $180 every two weeks and received 2 months of "back" UE. Of course, they will not take any IC employment into consideration, and you have to "jump through the hoops" with attending the Agency for Workforce Innovation to continue benefits, but you should be eligible. I found that a lot of these companies do not "really want to fight it."

Thank you!! s/m - flmt

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I was working for Nuance. I started last Oct after losing my previous job. I absolutely hate this company. I walked from it 2 weeks ago. Now that I've come back from a meltdown, I realize I need some income to supplement my husband's. I applied last week for UE but wish I could find out whether or not I'm eligible, otherwise I may have to return to Nuance come Monday morning. :(

Hmm -- not sure about walking away - nn

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I can't blame you there -- Nuance is the worst of the worst. I'm just not sure how UE will look at "walking away from the job. I was terminated from my previous job around 2/20 and I think it was finally the end of March, when I got my first benefits check. Another thing I did as well as apply for the debit card program they offer. Hope this helps.

ue - Cinge

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doubtful since you quit on your own, but try anyway.

I'm doing it - anon

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but I am in a different state, so not sure how if it is the same there or not. worth a try. I worked for about 7 months and now back on UE.

Regardless, taking care of yourself means getting - another job before leaving and passing on UE. SM

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These can be hard times for getting a job. Do not risk putting yourself on the outside and planning to get back in. Good luck.

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