Even in the best of times, understanding how unemployment benefits work can be a challenge. This directory makes it easy to find everything you need to know about unemployment insurance and benefits in each state. Choose your state to quickly access information about what actions you need to take if you plan on terminating an employee. You’ll also find links you can share with employees who need to file an unemployment claim.
The US Department of Labor’s unemployment insurance programs provide unemployment benefits to eligible workers who become unemployed through no fault of their own when they meet certain eligibility requirements. Below is is information for each state and the District of Columbia so you can quickly reference the data you need where your business is located.
| State | Unemployment information | Documentation required? | Final wages, if employee quit | Final wages, if employee fired |
| Alabama | General information |