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Maine National Guard Education Assistance Program
Maine National Guard members may be eligible for full tuition at a state college or university. Learn about the requirements here.
How to prepare for an Unemployment Compensation Hearing or Appeal
Learn how to prepare for hearings and appeals if you have been denied unemployment. What are the rules and what evidence is important to present to a hearing officer?
Do You Get Paid By Payroll Card? Know your rights under Maine and federal law
Many Maine employers are using payroll cards instead of paper checks or direct deposit to pay wages. This is a growing trend around the country. Payroll cards may be good for some employees, but there are risks and hidden costs involved. Here’s what you need to know.
Military Training Qualifying for a Professional License
Are you a veteran considering applying for a Maine Professional license? Your military training may help!
The Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation will consider military training when reviewing applications. This means you may not have to complete certain required training programs.
Tuition Benefits for the Families of Maine Veterans
Families of certain military veterans can attend a state-supported Maine college or vocational school tuition-free. This does not apply, however, to all veterans' families.
Worker Classification: Employee vs. Independent Contractor
What is worker classification?
Why does it matter how I'm classified?
How can I tell which way I've been classified?
I think I should be classified as an employee but how do I know?
Do I Have to Repay Unemployment Benefits if I’m Overpaid?
Some workers have to pay back unemployment benefits. If you are paid benefits, but then lose benefits when your employer appeals, you can be asked to repay the benefits you got earlier. Also, if you are overpaid because of some other mistake or you or the Department of Labor made, you may have to repay those benefits.
Unemployed Worker Benefits
This information tells you about some of the benefits you may be able to get if you lose your job. It includes only benefits which are administered by the Maine Department of Labor.
Beneficios para Trabajadores Desempleados
Información sobre cuales son los beneficios para trabajadores desempleados, como cualificar para los beneficios, y como obtenerlos si usted ha perdido su trabajo.
Wage Claim: Self-Help Guide
How to claim unpaid wages from your Maine employer.