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   Application for a Social Security Card This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
USE THIS APPLICATION TO APPLY FOR: ? An original Social Security card ? A duplicate Social Security card (same name and number) ? A corrected Social Security card (name change and same number) ?A change of information on your record other than your name (no card needed)
By: Social Security Administration

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   Check the Status of Your Weekly Unemployment Insurance Benefit Payments (Separate Website)
Review the dates and payment amounts of your previous weekly unemployment insurance benefits. A personal identification number (PIN) is required.
By: Georgia Department of Labor
  
   
   Claim Weekly Unemployment Benefits (Separate Website)
From this Georgia Department of Labor web site you may submit your weekly certification to receive unemployment benefits.
By: Georgia Department of Labor
  
   
   IRS Form 1099G for Unemployment Insurance Payments (Separate Website)
Unemployment compensation is taxable income and must be reported yearly even if benefits received have been repaid. From this Georgia Department of Labor web site, you may get a copy of your 1099G form. A personal identification number (PIN) is required. This document is in PDF format.
By: Georgia Department of Labor
  
   
   Learn More About Unemployment Benefits for Individuals (Separate Website)
Unemployment Insurance(UI) benefits is temporary income for workers who are unemployed through no fault of their own and who are either looking for another job, have definite recall to their jobs within 6 weeks of the last day worked, or are in approved training. The funding for unemployment insurance benefits comes from taxes paid by employers. Workers do not pay any costs. Eligibility for benefits is determined based on past wages, reason for job separation, and availability and job search requirements. Claims for unemployment insurance may be filed at any Georgia Department of Labor Career Center. You may also file claims from the Internet.
By: Georgia Department of Labor
  
   
   Petition for Judicial Review in an Unemployment Case
This packet includes court forms and instructions for you to appeal a decision denying you unemployment benefits. This packet (1) includes instructions for filling out the forms, (2) explains what documents to file and where to file them and (3) explains what happens after you file the documents. The packet includes a Pauper’s Affidavit. It is appropriate to use a pauper’s affidavit if you are not able to pay the filing fee of the court because of your low income.
By: Georgia Legal Services Program  
  
   
   Record of Your Search for Work While Receiving Unemployment Insurance Benefits This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
Each week you claim unemployment benefits, you have to look for work. Print and use this form to record all weekly job search activity. The Department of Labor may request a copy of your work search records to verify that you are still eligible to receive benefits. This document is in PDF format.
By: Georgia Department of Labor
  
   
   Unemployment Insurance Appeals Handbook This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
Have you been denied unemployment insurance benefits? From this Georgia Department of Labor web site you may view or print this publication for information on how the unemployment insurance benefits appeals process works. This document is in PDF format.
By: Georgia Department of Labor
  
   
   Unemployment Insurance Claimant Handbook This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
From this Georgia Department of Labor web site, View or print this publication to learn about umemployment insurance benefits rights and responsibilities and what individuals receiving benefits may expect from the program. This document is in PDF format.
By: Georgia Department of Labor
  
   
   Unemployment Insurance Claimant-Trainee Enrollment Certification This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
By using this Department of Labor form, Claimant-trainees may claim weekly Unemployment benefits prior to beginning approved training by printing, completing, and submitting this form. The form is in PDF format.
  
   
   Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claimant-Trainee Certification This link opens a PDF file in a new window.  If you do not have an accessible Acrobat Reader, a link is provided at the bottom of this page. (Separate Website)
By using this Georgia Department of Labor Form. Claimant-trainees may claim weekly UI benefits while in approved training by printing, completing, and submitting this form. This document is in PDF format.
By: Georgia Department of Labor
  
   
 
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