If you've lost your job through no fault of your own, there is a financial safety net called unemployment insurance. Your employer paid into a fund from which you can draw benefits when you lose your job through no fault of your own if you are eligible.
Use this quick summary to learn how to file for unemployment insurance benefits and review this list of frequently asked questions.
Additional questions include:
Who is eligible for unemployment insurance benefits?
What are the work search requirements, and how do I document my work search activity?
How do I estimate what I will be paid?
How do I report fraud?
Who can I contact to answer my Unemployment Insurance Benefits questions?
Where can I go for unemployment and career resources for federal workers affected by downsizing?