Regular Unemployment Compensation
Unemployment compensation is a vital support for workers experiencing layoffs, reduced hours, or the need to take leave during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Common Issues with UC
I need to apply for unemployment compensation benefits
I was denied unemployment compensation benefits
I'm still waiting on unemployment compensation benefits
I have an unemployment compensation overpayment
I drive for an app-based company
Learn if these changes affect you
My employer is appealing my unemployment compensation benefits
Apply for Legal Help!
If you have been wrongfully denied benefits or are experiencing problems with your claim, contact us for free legal help.
Congress Extends Unemployment Compensation on March 11, 2021
Congress extends Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation (PEUC) and Federal Pandemic Unemployment Compensation (PUC) through September 4, 2021. All claimants on unemployment compensation will get $300 extra per week through September 4, 2021.
Looking for information about your UC benefits online?
We have created a video to show you how to check your claim information online. The Department of Labor and Industry has also created a brief guide on their website about all the ways you can get information about your benefits online.
Do you have different questions about Unemployment Compensation?
PLA has created many resources to help Pennsylvanians navigate the Unemployment Compensation process.