Alaska Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: 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
• Q: 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
• Q: 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
• Q: 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
• Q: 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
• Q: 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
• Q: 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
• Q: 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
• Q: 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
• Q: 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

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