Collecting Unemployment? Take Note of This Important Change That Could Affect Your Benefits
Millions of Americans have lost their jobs in the wake of COVID-19. Thankfully, unemployment benefits are available to workers who are out of a job through no fault of their own, but sometimes, the rules around claiming them can be a barrier to financial help.
Generally speaking, people who claim unemployment must also be able, ready, and willing to work. And often, they need to prove that they're actively seeking work to collect their money.
Much of that changed, however, because of the nature of the pandemic. Because so many parents were stuck without child care because of school closures, and the mere act of leaving the house was considered a safety hazard, most states eased up on their requirements for unemployment eligibility. Those collecting benefits were not required to search for work, and could claim that they were available for work even if child care constraints made reporting to a physical location less than feasible.
Source Fool.com
