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Your personal information may have been used to file a fraudulent unemployment insurance claim if: You receive a debit card, paper check, or an unemployment insurance letter (UI Finding) and have not filed a claim for benefits.
Information for victims, claimants, and employers regarding identity theft fraud. Report fraudulent claims and find resources to help protect your account.
Beware of scams: Do not click on pop-ups, unknown emails, or suspicious links. Criminals in other states are using “phishing” scams to gather sensitive information from claimants. Remember to keep your security software up-to-date and remain alert.
Here are some signs that you may be a victim of unemployment identity fraud: A government agency sends you mail about an unemployment claim or payment and you did not recently file for unemployment benefits.
29 sie 2024 · An unemployment scam happens when someone steals your personal information and files for unemployment benefits in your name. Learn how to avoid and report it.
29 lip 2022 · Internet criminals who have stolen nearly $1.9 billion in federal money intended for unemployed Illinois residents during the COVID-19 pandemic boast online of how they’re still selling stolen personal information and fraudulently obtaining unemployment benefits.
24 lut 2021 · The state of Illinois said it's now received more than 1 million reports of fraudulent unemployment benefits filed under the names of people who still have jobs.
