In this March 18, 2020 file photo, visitors to the Department of Labor are turned away at the door by personnel due to closures over coronavir…
Yes, you should apply. State rules differ, and it depends how large your income loss is. But in some states, workers whose hours have been sharply cut may be able to claim benefits that would make up for at least some of the lost income. Generally, if your lost pay exceeds what you would receive in unemployment benefits, you may be eligible for aid.
