if I have been given the choice to either relocate or lose my job, do I have a right to unemployment benefits if I choose not to relocate?

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if I have been given the choice to either relocate or lose my job, do I have a right to unemployment benefits if I choose not to relocate?

I am not married but have a partner that cannot transfer.

Asked on September 27, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Texas

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Typically, if your position is relocated beyondd reasonable commuting distance and you choose not to relocate, you will be eligible for unemployment compensation: having your job moved beyond travel distance is "constructive" or effective termination. So as long as it's more than around an hour-and-half, two hours away, you should be able to get unemployment compensation.


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