Unemployment After Quitting in West Virginia
When quitting a job in West Virginia still qualifies for unemployment, and what counts as good cause.
Short answer: If you left your job for personal reasons unrelated to work, you may not receive benefits. If you can show you left for good cause related to the job, such as unsafe working conditions, you may qualify. WorkForce WV, Claimant Handbook, "Qualifying for UI Benefits"
| If you quit | If you left your job for personal reasons unrelated to work, you may not receive benefits. If you can show you left for good cause related to the job, such as unsafe working conditions, you may qualify. |
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| Appealing a denial | You must appeal at your nearest WorkForce WV local office within 8 calendar days of the mailing date on the Deputy's Decision. An administrative law judge holds a hearing. You can appeal the judge's decision to the Board of Review within 8 calendar days, and the Board's decision to the West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals within 30 days. Keep filing weekly certifications and looking for work while you appeal. |
Where to get help in West Virginia
More West Virginia unemployment benefits
- Logging In to Your West Virginia Unemployment Claim
- Unemployment for Self-Employed and Gig Workers in West Virginia
- Unemployment After Being Fired in West Virginia
- How Much Unemployment Pays in West Virginia
- How to File for Unemployment in West Virginia
- All West Virginia unemployment benefits rules
FAQ
Can you get unemployment if you quit in West Virginia?
If you left your job for personal reasons unrelated to work, you may not receive benefits. If you can show you left for good cause related to the job, such as unsafe working conditions, you may qualify.
How do I appeal an unemployment denial in West Virginia?
You must appeal at your nearest WorkForce WV local office within 8 calendar days of the mailing date on the Deputy's Decision. An administrative law judge holds a hearing. You can appeal the judge's decision to the Board of Review within 8 calendar days, and the Board's decision to the West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals within 30 days. Keep filing weekly certifications and looking for work while you appeal.
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.