Question

Hi I was wondering if anyone could give me some quick advice. So I’m a waiter here in Texas and due to COVID-19, I don’t work atm. We weren’t laid off or anything but from what I heard, we were put on vacation time or something like that. I do receive a check every week for about $200, I was wondering if I could apply for unemployment still or no?  

Answer 1

I’d go ahead and apply. worst they can say is no.  

Answer 2

If they reduced your hours in any way I believe so

Comments

Yeah read the Cares Act.  

Answer 3

Definitely apply. At the very least, it’ll give Texas accurate numbers of people affected. There is language about keeping the employment numbers the same for businesses that got a PPP loan (for forgiveness), but you absolutely should be eligible for at least something.  

Answer 4

I believe reduced hours or income qualifies

Answer 5

Yes, you can apply