Just Got Laid Off – Can I Get Unemployment?
Q: I just got laid off. Will i still be able to get unemployment even though i have money in my savings account?
A: Yes, if you have the qualifying hours. UE is not welfare. Only welfare looks at your bank accounts.
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Doesn’t matter how much money you have. It only matters how you become unemployed. In this case, since you were laid off or fired, you can claim for unemployment. Check your state’s website for details on how to claim for unemployment.
Yes. Your savings are not a factor in qualifying for UI.