The so-called "gig economy" that's sweeping the nation is often a lifesaver for workers who suddenly find themselves without a full-time job. Among the many options available for short-term work, driving for Uber or Lyft in order to make some much-needed cash is a...
Unemployment Compensation
Go into your unemployment hearing prepared
An unemployment hearing is a very big deal because the outcome essentially decides your future for a while. That makes it important to walk into the situation ready to address all the issues and answer all the questions you may be asked. In other words, you need to be...
What decides Pennsylvania unemployment compensation eligibility?
The nation's economy has rebounded, and unemployment numbers have dropped. In fact, in May, the unemployment rate in Pennsylvania was 4.5 percent - the lowest it's been in more than a decade. Still, that translates to a lot of people needing unemployment assistance....
Judge rules in favor of pharmacist terminated from Giant Eagle
If you're a pharmacist, part of your job is clarifying medications and prescriptions. If you have to do so over the phone, that's normally an acceptable way to do business. According to the story, the pharmacist, who was then working at Giant Eagle, had been an...
What do you do if you’ve made a claim for unemployment benefits?
Once you open an unemployment claim, you'll receive a claims confirmation and be able to track your claim online. You need to continue to claim biweekly in accordance with your claims handbook's rules or regulations. After this, you should register for work within 30...