Unemployment insurance is temporary income for workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own. The funding for unemployment insurance benefits comes from taxes paid by employers. Employees do not pay any costs.
Eligibility for benefits is determined by the state based on past wages, reason for job separation, availability, and job search requirements.
Claims for unemployment insurance may be filed at any Georgia Department of Labor career center. When filing a claim, you should bring:
*Courtesy of http://www.dol.state.ga.us/js/file_unemployment_insurance_claim.htm.
Managers/supervisors who are involved in a hearing for a contested unemployment claim should contact Human Resources, 706-864-1400.