Under normal circumstances, quitting a job for personal reasons would typically disqualify a person from receiving unemployment benefits. However, New Jersey law recognizes the unique circumstances faced by victims/survivors of domestic violence. If a person is forced to quit their job or is fired due to domestic or sexual violence, they may still be eligible to receive unemployment benefits, as long as they meet specific criteria.

To qualify for unemployment benefits, survivors must provide evidence of the domestic violence they have experienced. These tests can take several forms, including:

• A restraining order or other documentation issued by the equitable relief court
• Police records documenting instances of domestic violence
• Evidence of the offender's conviction under the New Jersey Criminal Justice Code
• Medical documentation verifying injuries or trauma resulting from domestic violence
• Certification of a certified Domestic Violence Specialist or agency director
• Other documentation provided by professionals who have helped the survivor deal with domestic violence.

By meeting these requirements, survivors can access crucial financial support during their transition to safety and recovery.

Additionally, survivors of workplace sexual harassment can also seek resources through appropriate channels. They can report incidents of harassment to their employer's human resources department or file a complaint with the New Jersey Division of Civil Rights, which enforces laws against harassment and discrimination in the workplace.

It is essential that survivors of domestic violence understand their rights and the resources available to them. By accessing unemployment benefits and reporting workplace harassment, survivors can take important steps toward regaining their autonomy and rebuilding their lives free of abuse.