SAMPLE
LETTER:
CHANGE OF STATUS LETTER FOR UNEMPLOYMENT PURPOSES
RE: Unemployment Insurance
Dear ____________________.
As a result of the change in your employment status effective __________,
you have the right to file for unemployment insurance benefits with
the California Employment Development Department (EDD). The enclosed
EDD Booklet, "California's Programs for the Unemployed" describes California’s programs for the unemployed.
Please note that you can now file a claim for benefits online at
http://www.edd.ca.gov. Claims
can also be filed by telephone. Page 2 of the EDD Booklet, "California's Programs for the Unemployed" has a
list of numbers to call according to your choice of language.
Your eligibility for benefits will be determined by the EDD.
You may bring this letter with you if you file for unemployment benefits in person. The change of status information below may expedite your application for benefits.
| Employer: | University of California (insert Address) |
| Employee: | |
| Social Security #: | |
| Nature of Action: | (Insert separation description such as layoff, discharge, etc…) |
Sincerely,
____________________
(Name, Title)
enclosure: EDD Booklet,
"Unemployment Insurance: A Guide to Benefits & Employment Services"