Massachusetts Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: Am I Still Eligible For Benefits If I Work Part Time?
  A: You may supplement your UI benefits with part­time work if you continue to conduct an active work search and you report your earnings. Your benefits will be … More
• Q: What Is The Medical Security Plan?
  A: The Medical Security Plan is a program of the Massachusetts Division of Employment and Training for residents of the Commonwealth who are receiving unemployment … More
• Q: What Can I Do If I Am Denied Benefits?
  A: You have the right to appeal a denial of benefits. Likewise, your employer may dispute your claim for benefits and appeal a determination made in your favor. You will … More
• Q: Which Employers Are Liable For Unemployment Tax?
  A: In general, if you have people working one or more days in each of 13 weeks during a calendar year, or if you pay wages of $1,500 or more in any calendar quarter, you … More
• Q: How Do I Register My Business?
  A: To register with the Department of Employment and Training, complete an Employer's Status Report 1110A . This will enable DET to establish your employer account and … More
• Q: What Is The Contribution Rate?
  A: The initial contribution rate for new employers without an unemployment insurance history is set at the positive reserve percentage of 10.5 ­ 11.0 for the current … More
• Q: How Does An Employer Get Started To Use Webfile For Employers?
  A: First, the employer needs to apply for a MassDebit Withholding PIN if they do not already have one. The application for a MassDebit Withholding PIN can be filled out … More
• Q: What Is The Workforce Training Fund?
  A: The Workforce Training Fund is a state fund financed entirely by Massachusetts employers, and enacted into law in July 1998. Its purpose is to provide resources to … More
• Q: Who Is Eligible For Training?
  A: Massachusetts­based employees. This means that workers whose training is funded by this program must be working at a location in the state. As long as your … More
• Q: What Kind Of Training Is Allowable?
  A: The Workforce Training Fund imposes few restrictions on training. What is taught, how it is taught, and when it is taught is up to the employer. There are no rigid … More
• Q: What Are The Matching Funds Requirements?
  A: Grants must be matched dollar for dollar. The applicant needs to meet the match requirements. Applicants should keep in mind that one of the priorities of the fund is … More

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