According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for Connecticut was 9.1% of the labor force – Seasonally Adjusted – as of June 2011.
So it’s no wonder that nearly 8,000 searches per month for terms related to filing for unemployment help in the state come through Google’s search engine each month.
When should you file for help?
The first rule of thumb is that you should file your Connecticut unemployment claim immediately.
Do not wait to file your claim, even if your employer has not provided you with any type of notice.
There are several methods and ways to file your Connecticut unemployment claim.
How to file for unemployment insurance by phone:
The Department of Labor website lists several phone numbers for filing unemployment claims via their “TeleBenefits Line” based on the city.
That link also lists the Connecticut Department of Labor local office directions and contact information for the following cities:
Bridgeport*
Danbury
Danielson
Derby (Valley)
Enfield
Hamden*
Hartford*
Manchester
Meriden
Middletown
New Britain*
New Haven
New London*
Norwich
Stamford
Torrington
Waterbury*
Willimantic
How to file for unemployment benefits online:
In order to file your unemployent claim for the first time, an initial claim — or to also file for a “weekly/continued claim” or to conduct an online inquiry, visit this page to create an account, or login with an existing account.
How to file an unemployment claim during a temporary lay-off that lasts 6 weeks or less
To file a shutdown or vacation claim — or filing an unemployment insurance claim for a temporary period of time, like during a non-permanent lay-off that lasts 6 weeks or less, follow the instructions to comlete forms on this temporary lay-off link.
Read the latest news updates from the Connecticut Department of Labor:
http://www.ctdol.state.ct.us/progsupt/unemplt/unemployment.htm