Unemployment Compensation

[donbmad]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Florida

I'm currently collecting unemployment compensation in Florida. I'm looking for a full time job, and am also seeking odd jobs to fill the gaps until I find a permanent job.

I know that in general, if you earn wages, it cuts into that week's unemployment check, but that you can continue to claim in subsequent weeks. Is there a limit where if I were to earn a one-time check in a week from side work, that the state would end my unemployment claim?

Just FYI, I'm not trying to get away with anything; I just want to make sure I'm making decisions with my eyes open... I have a family to take care of. I need to make sure that I'm not losing money by working a small job -- for example, if I take a $1500 job and the state cuts off my benefits, I'd lose more in benefits than I'd earn from the job. If they simply don't pay benefits the week I'm working, then continue paying benefits thereafter (which makes the most sense since it gives people incentive to work however they can), then all's well.

Thanks in advance.

 

[cbg]

If they simply don't pay benefits the week I'm working, then continue paying benefits thereafter (which makes the most sense since it gives people incentive to work however they can), then all's well.

All's well.

 

[donbmad]

Thanks, cbg. That helps me rest more easily.