(NewsNation) — The law is as diverse and complicated as the lives it affects.
One arena in which it can get particularly complicated in uncertain economic times is employment law, specifically when it comes to unemployment insurance benefits.
The basic principle of unemployment insurance is that it exists to help workers who unexpectedly lose their jobs. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the joint state-federal program provides cash benefits to those unemployed through no fault of their own who meet certain work and wage requirements.
But what if you quit your job?
Under most circumstances, the answer is no, you cannot receive benefits if you voluntarily leave a job. According to Forbes, however, you can still claim unemployment benefits if you can establish a “good cause” for the decision.
Some good-cause reasons for quitting a job include unsafe working conditions, harassment or discrimination not addressed by the employer or health conditions that prevent you from being capable of doing the required work.
Less common circumstances include the need to care for an ailing family member. The National Employment Law Project estimates that more than 65 million Americans will become caregivers at some point in their lives.
Nearly 10% of those caregivers report having to leave a job to take on that role....
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