Frequently Asked Questions

File for Unemployment (see all questions)

• What is Unemployment Insurance?
• When should I apply?
• How do I apply?
• How much will I receive?
• How long will I get benefits?
• What is the Work Search requirement?
• How do I upload my tax info for PUA increase?

COVID-19 (see all questions)

• Unemployed due to COVID-19?
• How do I know if I’m covered?
• How do I apply?
• How much and when do I get paid?
• How do I answer if I’m self-employed?
• Work Search Requirements
• What if my employer got a PPP loan?
• How long will I get benefits? 

Fraud Reporting (see all questions)

• How do I verify my identity for my claim?
• What do I do if my ID was used fraudulently?
• What is Unemployment Insurance fraud?
• How can I prevent overpayment of UI benefits?
• How does MDOL track fraud/overpayments?
  

Appeals (see all questions)

• What can I expect?
• Do I need an attorney?
• What happens in the hearing?
• I can’t attend at the scheduled time, what should I do?
• When will I get a decision?

Employers (see all questions)

• What is Taxable Wage Base?
• Why did I receive a bill?
• What is the payroll penalty?
• Can I appeal this bill?
• What is seasonality?
• Should I set up Work Share?
• COVID-19 FAQs for Employers