Alaska Labor and Employment FAQs
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What Can I Do If I Am Denied Unemployment Compensation Benefits?
A: If you feel you have been wrongly denied benefits, you can file an appeal. Approximately 30 percent of all appeals result in a decision favorable to the appellant. More -
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Should I Continue To File My Biweekly Certifications While Waiting For The Appeal Hearing/Decision?
A: Yes. If you are successful on appeal, you will not get paid for any weeks for which you did not file. More -
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What Types Of Evidence Will Be Useful At The Hearing?
A: If you have been denied because of a discharge, copies of warnings (or evidence showing the lack thereof), time sheets, payroll records, etc., might be useful. Also, … More -
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When Will I Receive A Final Decision On My Appeal?
A: Decisions are generally issued within two weeks after the hearing. In most cases, the decision is issued even sooner than two weeks. More -
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Do I Need To Pay Employment Security Tax If I Am Self Employed?
A: If you do not have any employees, you need not set up an Employment Security Compensation account. Sole proprietors, partners, and LLC members are not considered … More -
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How Are Rates Calculated?
A: Rate calculations are performed by the Department of Labor Research and Analysis section. An explanation of the rating process is available on their site. For more … More -
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Where Can I Obtain My Quarterly Contribution Report Form?
A: You can download a copy of the quarterly contribution report form from the Department of Labor Forms Page . Alternatively, you can request a copy from your local … More -
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What Is The Fishermans Fund?
A: Established in 1951, the Fishermen's Fund provides for the treatment and care of Alaska licensed commercial fishermen who have been injured while fishing on shore or … More -
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How Do I Qualify For Benefits?
A: Crewmembers with injury or illness directly connected to operations as a commercial fisherman must hold valid commercial fishing licenses or limited entry permits … More -
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What Are The Benefit Limits?
A: Except for compelling reasons, benefits for the care of any one person involving a single injury or disability will not be paid beyond one year from the date of … More