In the case of retail consignment or sales consignment (often just referred to as a consignment), goods are sent to the agent for the purpose of sale. The ownership of these goods remains with the sender. The agent sells the goods on behalf of the sender according to instructions.
The base period is set by law and will not change during the life of your unemployment claim. Your base period earnings determine the number of weeks ranging from 12 to 26 that you may receive benefits. If you qualify monetarily, your claim remains in effect for one year. This period is called a benefit year.
Unemployment Benefits Waiting Periods. Depending on your location, there may be a waiting period before unemployment benefits are paid. If that's the case, you may not be eligible to collect unemployment immediately. However, you should file your unemployment claim right away so there is no additional delay in collecting unemployment benefits.