Job cuts : Avalache of job losses

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By Moira Herbst
U.S. Unemployment by the Numbers

Unemployment rates—and benefits that are offered to unemployed workers—vary greatly from state to state. The national unemployment rate was 7.2% as of December, with the average weekly benefit check currently about $293. About 38% of the jobless receive benefits. When calculating maximum weekly earnings, states offer a certain percentage of the applicant's average weekly wage. Some states also use a formula designed to help low-wage workers collect more benefits than they would with a standard calculation. These formulas account for ranges in weekly benefit maximums. See how your state stacks up.

Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Labor Dept.

 

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Pinkee Long: Don't worry...we are still monitoring the jobless situation.we share your pain....remember we have a very "bold and decisive" budget..yes very big budget,u cannot feel it in your bones ??? (Anyway,whatever happens,u have to help yourself ...try not to disturb me too much ...I'm busy counting my......)