Unemployment Insurance: Montana

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Authors: Jason Ritchie, Holland & Hart LLP

Summary

• Most employers are subject to the Montana Unemployment Insurance Law. See Employer Coverage.
• Claimants must meet certain requirements in order to be eligible for unemployment benefits. See Employee Eligibility.
• Under certain circumstances, workers may not qualify for unemployment benefits. See Disqualification From Benefits.
• Unemployment benefits generally last for up to 28 weeks. See Benefits.
• Individuals may be required to provide verification in connection with their claim. See Filing Claims.
• Employers must follow certain posting and recordkeeping requirements. See Notice and Posting Requirements; Recordkeeping Requirements.