California is working swiftly to help workers hurt by COVID-19
- If you’re unable to work due to having or being exposed to COVID-19 (certified by a medical professional), you can file a Disability Insurance claim.
- If you’re unable to work because you are caring for an ill or quarantined family member with COVID-19 (certified by a medical professional), you can file a Paid Family Leave claim.
- If your child’s school is closed, and you have to miss work to be there for them, you may be eligible for Unemployment Insurance benefits.
- If your employer has reduced your hours or shut down operations due to COVID-19, you can file an Unemployment Insurance claim.
Check out this chart at the bottom of the webpage for more information on benefits for workers impacted by COVID-19.
Visit COVID-19 FAQs and learn more from the Labor & Workforce Development Agency.
