I am currently unemployed or have a reduction in hours due to the circumstances of a Labor Strike.
How do I file a claim?
To file online visit the Kentucky Office of Unemployment Insurance Website: https://kcc.ky.gov
To file by phone call(502)875-0442 (M-F 7:30 am to 5:30 pm EST)
What are my rights and responsibilities?
Reference: https://kcc.ky.gov/career/Documents/PAM400.pdf
Am I eligible for unemployment insurance benefits?
If you are unemployed through no fault of your own, you MAY be eligible for unemployment benefits.
Reference: https://kcc.ky.gov/career/Documents/PAM400.pdf
Reference: KRS 341.350 statute.aspx (ky.gov)
What is a Strike/Lockout?
A strike is a situation in which employees agree to an organized stoppage of work until the employer and the union reach an agreement about working conditions, wages and benefits.
A lockout is a situation in which the employer prevents employees from entering the workplace until the employees/union accept a new proposal regarding working conditions.
A labor union is a group of employees who join together to advance common interest such as wages, benefits, schedules and other employment terms and conditions. Members often pay dues to the union and elect officers to represent the group during contract negotiations.
*General knowledge terms
Reference: KRS 341.360 (1) statute.aspx (ky.gov)
Am I required to look for work?
To be eligible for Unemployment Insurance benefits, you must actively seek full-time work. Claimants must report at least five (5) work search activities each week. At least three (3) of these must be job applications or interviews. If you do not meet the work search requirements, you will lose benefits for the week(s) being claimed.
Only claimants with a Work Search Exception are exempt from seeking work. You are not required to conduct a job search if:
- You are a member of a trade union that finds work for you.
- You are a student in an approved training program (and have received a determination).
- You have a definite recall date within 16 weeks of your initial claim filing date. Note that you will be required to provide documentation from your employer with your return-to-work date. If you do not provide documentation, you will be subject to work search requirements.
- You are on temporary leave of absence while still considered an employee.
- Your employer filed a mass electronic claim (E-Claim) or Work Share Claim on your behalf.
Reference: https://kcc.ky.gov/career/Documents/PAM400.pdf
Reference: KRS 341.350 statute.aspx (ky.gov)
How do I request a payment?
It is recommended that you request benefits online instead of by phone.
You must report all earnings, wages and income to the Office of Unemployment Insurance.
Reference: Instructions on Requesting Benefits
For additional assistance:
Call (502) 564-2900
Or visit: https://kcc.ky.gov