Why is Pennsylvania Leading the Nation in Unemployment Claims?

The Commonwealth’s unemployment compensation program saw more than 378,900 claims filed during the week ending March 21 — 6 percent of the workforce. Emily Previti Unemployment claims have reached historic levels nationwide as coronavirus mitigation efforts effectively shutter the national economy, and it’s Pennsylvania that is outpacing the nation in the number of claims filed. The Commonwealth’s unemployment … Continue reading Why is Pennsylvania Leading the Nation in Unemployment Claims?