Unemployment After Quitting in North Carolina
When quitting a job in North Carolina still qualifies for unemployment, and what counts as good cause.
Short answer: You are disqualified if you left work for a reason other than good cause attributable to the employer, and you must prove good cause. N.C. Gen. Stat. § 96-14.5
| If you quit | You are disqualified if you left work for a reason other than good cause attributable to the employer, and you must prove good cause. Leaving because of a permanent, unilateral cut of more than 50% in your scheduled full-time hours, or more than 15% in your rate of pay, is presumed to be good cause attributable to the employer, unless the employer shows the cut was temporary or caused by your own conduct. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 96-14.5 |
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| Appealing a denial | An adjudicator's decision becomes final unless you file a written appeal within 30 days after the date of notification or mailing, whichever is earlier. An appeals referee's decision can be appealed to the Board of Review within 10 days. Follow the appeal instructions and deadline printed on your determination letter. |
Where to get help in North Carolina
More North Carolina unemployment benefits
- Logging In to Your North Carolina Unemployment Claim
- Unemployment for Self-Employed and Gig Workers in North Carolina
- Unemployment After Being Fired in North Carolina
- How Much Unemployment Pays in North Carolina
- How to File for Unemployment in North Carolina
- All North Carolina unemployment benefits rules
FAQ
Can you get unemployment if you quit in North Carolina?
You are disqualified if you left work for a reason other than good cause attributable to the employer, and you must prove good cause. Leaving because of a permanent, unilateral cut of more than 50% in your scheduled full-time hours, or more than 15% in your rate of pay, is presumed to be good cause attributable to the employer, unless the employer shows the cut was temporary or caused by your own conduct.
How do I appeal an unemployment denial in North Carolina?
An adjudicator's decision becomes final unless you file a written appeal within 30 days after the date of notification or mailing, whichever is earlier. An appeals referee's decision can be appealed to the Board of Review within 10 days. Follow the appeal instructions and deadline printed on your determination letter.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.