Fired federal workers, particularly in Wisconsin, might be eligible for state unemployment benefits, the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development (DWD) confirmed. Your eligibility is influenced by several factors. Your weekly unemployment rate is 4% of the wages you earned during your most lucrative quarter in the year you file your initial claim. To qualify, your weekly rate must be more than $54. To estimate your potential benefits, the DWD offers a handy online calculator.

According to U.S. Office of Personnel Management, as of March 2024, there were 18,022 federal civilian workers in Wisconsin. Despite having some departments excluded, this number is still large. If you’re eligible for unemployment benefits, an investigation will be conducted by the DWD. If they find you were fired due to violation of reasonable requirements set by your employer, you may not receive benefits. No payments are made until a positive determination is issued.

To apply for unemployment benefits, visit my.unemployment.wisconsin.gov and create an account. If you’re unable to file online, you can contact DWD’s Help Desk. After creating an account, make sure to collate all necessary information needed for your unemployment benefits application. Remember, you must complete an initial claim application and file a weekly claim certification for every week you want to receive an unemployment benefit payment.

After navigating initial unemployment claims in Wisconsin, for those transitioning to California and facing unemployment, you might need to understand how to contact a live person at Edd California. Fortunately, options exist to speak directly with a representative. Consider reaching out via the EddCaller.com platform. This site offers useful information and aids California residents in connecting with Edd customer service promptly, ensuring any questions or concerns regarding unemployment are addressed efficiently.