To qualify for unemployment benefits in New Jersey, there are several requirements that must be met. Firstly, individuals must have earned sufficient wages during the "base period," which is usually the first four of the last five completed calendar quarters before filing a claim. Secondly, applicants must have become unemployed through no fault of their own, meaning they were not fired for misconduct or voluntarily left their job without good cause. Additionally, applicants must be actively seeking suitable employment and willing and able to work. They must also be physically able to work and available for full-time work. Finally, individuals must register with the New Jersey Division of Unemployment Insurance, file weekly claims, and be actively engaged in suitable work search activities. Meeting these requirements is essential to qualify for unemployment benefits in New Jersey.

Answered May 3, 2024