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Laid Off from Google / Alphabet? Unemployment Guide for Affected Workers

If you were affected by a Google / Alphabet layoff, here is what to file, what your rights are, and what matters most in the first 48 hours.

First 48 Hours Guide → Find My State Office

If you were laid off by Google / Alphabet, here is what matters most for your unemployment benefits and next steps.

About this layoff event

Google's 2023 layoff of approximately 12,000 employees was one of its largest reductions. California EDD, New York DOL, and Washington ESD all processed significant volumes. Google's severance packages were among the more generous in the industry, with typical offers of 4+ months of pay plus extended benefits.

Key topics for affected workers

First steps after a layoff from this company

File your unemployment claim immediately — the week you file is typically the first week eligible for benefits. Review any severance agreement carefully before signing. Save all separation documents, pay stubs, and confirmation numbers from your filing. Set up your certification schedule from the start.

See our complete first-48-hours guide and find your state's unemployment office using the official resources on this page.