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    My day job has a layoff coming up within the next few weeks. They are accepting volunteers first, but will be reducing staff by about 4 people. I had actually been thinking about either reducing to part time, or quitting altogether by the end of the year at the latest to dance more. Anyone that gets laid off off is eligible for unemployment. I'm sure it might vary from state to state, but has anyone danced while on unemployment? I know that in Oregon, you have to also apply for other jobs every week to file a claim. Is this something that could potentially come back and bite me in the ass?

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    I did temporary jobs while I was on unemployment, and depending on the state, you can do anything thats an independant contractor status and still pull unemployment, BUT! you have to let them know what you are making each week and they will deduct that amount from your unemployment payments.

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    I think you have to show proof of employment search every week for most states. Arizona was the same. I honestly just lied about what I applied to since I was dancing 3 days a week. But I would call to ask about unemployment and independent contracting. I know with mine you could pick up temporary jobs and still get your money if you didn't make more than what you would have been given that week.

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    I say go ahead & apply. BTW off the top of my head I know 3 people close to me who have never applied for Unemployment ever so I feel like anyone who does use it deserves it. Just my opinion.

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