Can I receive unemployment benefits if I quit my job?

No, typically you cannot receive unemployment benefits if you voluntarily quit your job. In Massachusetts, to qualify for unemployment benefits, you must be unemployed through no fault of your own, which means that you were separated from your job involuntarily, such as being laid off or having your position eliminated. However, there are a few exceptions where voluntarily leaving a job may be considered valid cause for receiving benefits. These cases might include specific medical conditions, certain cases of domestic violence, or if the working conditions were extremely harmful or unsafe. It is recommended to contact the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance for detailed information regarding your specific circumstances and to determine if you potentially qualify for benefits after quitting your job.