Unemployment Benefits
File for unemployment benefits with the Connecticut Department of Labor.
Unemployment
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Claimant's Guide to Unemployment Insurance - 5 Options Available on the TeleBenefits Line
A guide to using the TeleBenefits Line, which explains the five options that are available during the call.
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Claimants Guide to the Appeal Process
This booklet is mailed to the claimant whenever an appeal has been filed, helps the claimant prepare for their hearing and explains the unemployment compensation laws and regulations.
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Claimants Rights & Responsibilities
A guide to claimant rights and responsibilities relating to claim filing, information provided and follow up when applying for unemployment insurance.
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Connecticut Department of Labor Tax and Benefits System
Access the Department of Labor's Unemployment Benefits online system. Unemployment insurance claim system tutorials can be found.
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Connecticut Law About Unemployment
A portal to Connecticut Labor regulations, legislative research reports and list of general statues relating to unemployment.
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Creating an Online Account – Employers and Claimants
Claimants can create a unique user account to file a claim, track a claim and see claim status. Employers can create an account to file tax returns and pay amounts due, update registration information, and review the status of their account. Below is a listing of Frequently Asked Questions for Employers or Claimants.
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A party has 21-days, from the date of the Administrator's predetermination decision, to file an appeal, in-person, by fax, internet or by U.S. mail or a private delivery service approved by the IRS.
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Filing a Claimant Appeal On-Line
Provides claimants with the ability to file appeals or motions to reopen to the Referee, Board of Review or Superior Court.
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File an employment claim as soon as possible to apply for unemployment insurance. Potential claimants can complete an initial (or new) claim by telephone or over the Internet.
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Filing Your Telebenefits Claims
Telephone directory and schedule for filing a Telebenefits claim.
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Going Paperless; Direct Deposit or Debit Card
Claimants can enroll to opt for either direct deposit or debit card payment. Log-in system FAQs can be accessed as well. Enroll for a direct deposit and to create an online account.
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The Department of Labor offers online employer registration and a list of Internet services that include Tax and Wage Reporting; File Transfer Protocol (FTP Upload); Name, Address and Status Changes; Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT) and more.
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Taxation of Unemployment Compensation
Connecticut residents are subject to Connecticut income tax on unemployment benefits accrued.
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The UC-1099G Tax Form details the amount of unemployment benefits an employee received for a specific tax year.
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Unemployment Benefits Online is a full-access portal for unemployment benefits. Citizens can access up-to-date news, login, and find unemployment assistance.
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