How To File For Unemployment In Wisconsin

If you've worked in Wisconsin and been laid off, you may be confused about the requirements for filing for Wisconsin unemployment benefits. This page will help you learn how to file for unemployment in Wisconsin.
Wisconsin Unemployment Law

Wisconsin made amended its unemployment laws in July 2009, adding a provision that would allow workers to claim benefits in some circumstances if they resigned to care for a family member because of illness, or if they left their job because of domestic violence.http://hr.cch.com/news/uiss/071309a.asp
Wisconsin Unemployment Contacts
- Madison area: 608-232-0678
- Milwaukee area: 414-438-7700
- Toll free number: 1-800-UC CLAIM (1-800-822-5246)
- Claims specialists available: 7:30-5:30, M-F
- You can also apply online for Wisconsin unemployment

Wisconsin Unemployment Fund Runs Out Of Money

Wisconsin's unemployment claims have exceeded the balance in the state fund. In order to meet it's obligations, the state has been borrowing money from the federal government since February 2009 to pay unemployment benefits to laid off workers. As of September 2009, the debt had amounted to $569 million and is expected to reach $2 billion by the end of 2010.

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Introduction

If you've been laid off after working in Wisconsin, you may be eligible to receive Wisconsin unemployment insurance benefits. Unemployment claims in Wisconsin are handled by the Unemployment Insurance Division of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development. If you qualify for benefits, you'll receive a minimum of $54 a week and a maximum of $363. benefits are not retroactive, so make sure you file a claim as soon as you have been laid off.
Step 1: Determine if You Qualify for Wisconsin Unemployment
- In order to be eligible to collect unemployment in the state of Wisconsin, you must:
1. Not have been fired for cause
2. File a Weekly Claim Certification
3. Be actively seeking employment
- As of July 2009, Wisconsin has amended its law pertaining to unemployment to allow workers to claim benefits in some circumstances if they resigned to care for a family member because of illness, or if they eft their job because of domestic violence.
Step 2: Information Needed to File for Wisconsin Unemployment
- Before you file for Wisconsin unemployment, assemble the information that you'll need.
1. Social Security number
2. Names of all former employers over the past 18 months
  1. Dates worked for each employer
  2. Salary for each job
  3. Registration number for each employer (this information can be found on your W-2)
Step 3: Apply for Unemployment Benefits in Wisconsin
1. Online
2. Via telephone, by calling 1-800-822-5246
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