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partially unemployed

We consider you partially unemployed if all of these apply. You:

  • Were hired to work full time.
  • Had your hours temporarily reduced by less than 60%.
  • Earned less than 1 and 1/3 times your weekly benefit amount plus $5 each week you file a claim.
  • Expect to return to full-time work for the same employer within 4 months. 

You do not need to look for work while partially unemployed.