Tenn. Department of Labor & Workforce Development: State Offers Help to Employers and Workers Impacted by Tornadoes
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- Unemployment and Disaster Unemployment Assistance Available for Eligible Employees
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The devastating tornadoes cut through Middle Tennessee, destroying dozens of businesses in their path. Hundreds of employees currently do not have a place of employment and no means to earn wages.
The state of
Employers with businesses affected by the tornadoes should contact the state to provide details about their situation and a list of employees impacted by the closure. This initial contact will help expedite the process for workers when they file for unemployment benefits.
Employees who no longer have a place to work should call to start the process of determining if they are eligible for one of the unemployment programs.
Workers who typically do not qualify for state unemployment insurance may be eligible for DUA. This includes the self-employed and other workers whose source of income has been interrupted by the disaster.
Any worker can file for unemployment assistance. Only workers whose place of employment is in a declared a federal disaster area can apply for DUA. Currently, in
Employer Phone Number: 615-551-3501
Employee Phone Number: 615-247-5138
Callers can leave a voicemail 24 hours a day and a staff member will return the call as soon as possible.
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