Go2ui.com provides a storehouse of information for job seekers and businesses alike based in Washington and its associated counties. Go2ui.com helps job seekers in applying for unemployment benefits, filing weekly claims, finding jobs through Work Source, answering queries on claims, and getting job-search log information.
On the other hand, for businesses, Go2ui.com helps in filing and paying taxes, hiring employees, finding other business services, getting help with layoffs, and finding forms and publications.
Filing Weekly Claims
www.Go2ui.com allows job seekers to apply for unemployment benefits. Once you file for unemployment benefits, you should not miss filing your weekly claim. You must continue to file your claim even when a claim decision is pending.
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions on unemployment benefits. You can also get answers to your queries at Go2ui.com.
Can I apply for benefits by phone?
Yes, you can. For that, you must call the telecaster between 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
For how long do I get the benefits?
Your claim is valid for a "benefit year" that is for 52 weeks starting with the week you file the application.
How do I stop claiming Unemployment Insurance in the event I return to work?
You need not report that you have returned to work. All that you need to do is stop filing for weekly claims.
What happens to my claim if I move out of Washington State?
You can continue filing your claim after you move by notifying the change of address either online or by calling at a notified telephone number.
Can I file a claim if I did not work in Washington?
As per the present laws, you cannot file a claim if you did not work in Washington during the base year.
The Employment Security's Work Source partners offer help to train employees of businesses. For those who are applying for Commissioner Approved Training (CAT), here is some important information.
To be eligible, you must:
* Be eligible for Unemployment Insurance benefits
* Have been laid off because of technological advances
* Be unable to return to work due to due to the diminishing demands for your skills or because of surplus of workers with your skills in the labor market
* Be able to show that you are unlikely to return to work in which you have experience and skills because of injury, illness, or any other valid reasons.
An approved training program is a full time course, generally of a short-term duration, that provides the unemployed with skills in occupations that have reasonable job opportunities. However, it must be noted that an approved training program is not intended to meet the requirements of a baccalaureate or higher degree.
An important 2011 legislation
On Feb 11, 2011, the Governor of Washington State signed two important bills related to tax reduction and unemployment benefits enhancements.
The bills together,
* Reduce unemployment tax rates beginning in 2011
* Increase unemployment benefits by $25 a week for new claims opened during March 5 - November 5, 2011
Washington unemployment Source is the premier workforce development organization in Washington and its associated counties. Washington unemployment helps in finding the right workers and operates as a conduit for other workforce resources. Visit the site http://wa-go2ui.com to get info about unemployment benefits in Washington. And learn to use go2ui weekly claim help and get benefits.
