How Do I Check the Status of My Unemployment Claim with the Maine Department of Labor - Unemployment Benefits?

How do I check the status of my unemployment claim with the Maine Department of Labor - Unemployment Benefits?

The condition of employment is variable; you may find yourself in and out of a job. The state of Maine understands this situation, and its department of labor through the bureau of unemployment compensation aids its citizens when unemployment strikes. You may qualify for unemployment benefits upon eligibility, and this is possible if;

• You've lost your job through no fault of your own
• You're seeking re-employment every week
• You're able and available for work
• You file a certification for benefits every week

If your unemployment remuneration is approved, you may check the status of your claim using various methods. Below is a guide on how to go about the process.

The MDOL Website

The Maine Department of Labor (MDOL) is the Government body tasked with enhancing and protecting the workforce of the state of Maine. Employers and employees may check their benefits, work requirements, and laws they should follow through the department's website. Unemployed residents may also apply for unemployment petitions, update accounts, file weekly certifications, and access information about benefits. To check your unemployment benefits balance or status:

1. Log into the Maine Department of Labor Website – ReEmployMe page. The site is available 24/7. (Before filing a claim, you'll have been prompted to create your account at the online portal by providing details such as your social security number, full name, and date of birth. This is the account you'll need when checking the status of your claim)

1. Input your user ID and password in the relevant fields on the login screen of the ReEmployME account, (The ones created when filing your initial request), then click Submit.

1. On the home screen page, you'll see various tabs. Click on Inquiry. "Benefits" will pop up, click on it, and then on "Claimant/Claim Inquiry."
2. Check out the summary of your claim on the screen. It will have the claim period, the maximum amount for weekly benefits, and the remaining balance.

You ought to provide your work search contacts to be eligible for benefits during each week of unemployment. You may do this via your ReEmployME account while filing your weekly certifications, failure to which you may receive no benefits.

Alternative means to check unemployment benefits status

Phone call

You have the option of contacting an unemployment customer service representative by phone. You will provide your pin (the one you set in your ReEmployME account under Benefit Maintenance – Update Claimant Profile.) The pin will act as a verification tool for your identity in a bid to protect your information from fraudsters.

It may suit you to frequently log into your ReEmployME account to check on any messages about your claim status. The staff may request for vital information (such as your check stub) to approve your claim, so it's important to always respond to messages promptly when necessary.