Pamella: How do I know if I qualify for unemployment benefits?
Emmey: Are you working fewer hours than you used to work?
Pamella: I got laid off.
Emmey: You usually qualify if you got laid off or are working a lot fewer hours.
Pamella: Do all jobs provide unemployment?
Emmey: Most jobs provide unemployment, but some don't.
Pamella: Do you think that my job pays unemployment?
Emmey: You can call your unemployment office, and they can check for you.
Pamella: Will I be able to collect a lot of money on unemployment?
Emmey: There is a formula to determine the amount based on how much you earned. They will let you know when you file your claim.
Pamella consults Emmey about unemployment benefits. Emmey suggests calling the unemployment office to check the formula.