Fear Of Coronavirus Not A Reason To Qualify For Unemployment In Georgia

The Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) announced October’s unemployment rates dropped for all metropolitan service areas regions, and counties across Georgia. The current unemployment currently sits at 4.5 %.

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With some businesses planning to start up again this weekend, workers who have been unemployed are wondering whether they have to return to work if they feel unsafe.

“We’re getting a lot of calls from people feeling uncomfortable. What do we do if our employer opens back up,” said Georgia Department of Labor spokeswoman Kersha Cartwright.

Gov. Brian Kemp announced Monday that some businesses, like barbershops, hair salons and bowling alleys, can open up on Friday. Restaurants can start in-person dining on Monday, if they adhere to safety and distancing rules.