Navigating Unemployment Benefits: A Guide to Downloadable Forms
We understand that navigating the complexities of unemployment benefits can be challenging, and we want to ensure that you have the information necessary to make the process as simple as possible. In addition to standard submissions, you may need to download and print certain forms for various purposes. Here's a guide to some crucial forms and their meanings:
1. PR94 Unemployment Insurance: Your Rights and Responsibilities:
- Contains information about eligibility for Unemployment Insurance benefits.
- Provides instructions on how to apply for benefits, important phone numbers and more.
2. Job Search Record:
- Use these forms to record your job search activities, including potential employers and contacts.
3. WD175 New Jersey Intake and Initial Evaluation Form:
- Compulsorily completed before attending the Reemployment and Eligibility Evaluation appointment.
4. BC262.2 Worksheet for Reemployment Services and Eligibility Evaluation (RESEA):
- Compulsorily completed before attending the Reemployment and Eligibility Evaluation appointment.
5. BC502 Authorization for Payment of Benefits by Direct Deposit or Debit Card:
- Specify how you want to receive Unemployment Insurance benefits.
- Use it to request a change in payment method while receiving benefits.
6. Request to Change Withholding Status:
- Adjust federal income tax (FIT) withholding from your Unemployment Insurance benefits.
- Use it to start or stop tax withholding.
7. Notification of Change of Address:
- Report address changes after you stop receiving benefits to ensure proper submission of documents.
- The UI office requires you to maintain a valid email address for two years from the date of the claim.
8. BC181 Application for Dependency Benefits:
- Claim Dependency Benefits if your weekly benefit rate is less than the maximum amount.
- Provide proof of dependency within six weeks of the date of your claim.
9. BPC404 Account Summary:
- Establish a monthly payment agreement if you were overpaid benefits.
10. B40 Affidavit to Claim Benefits Due to a Deceased Person:
- Submit if you are the spouse, next of kin, or executor/administrator of the deceased claimant.
- Send the completed form and supporting documents to CollateralClaims@dol.nj.gov.
11. NJES-930TRA – Ask about Trade Adjustment Assistance:
- Learn about TAA if you lose your job or experience a reduction in hours and wages due to increased foreign imports.
- Apply for certification from the US Department of Labor for your employer.
12. Weekly Claim Record:
- Track your weekly benefit certifications.
- Since reminders are not sent, use this printable form to ensure you certify each eligible week.
We hope this guide helps you navigate the various forms associated with unemployment benefits.