[Update] COVID 19 Law for Unemployment Benefits
The Covid 19 Law in Minnesota enacted to support unemployed workers is outlined in Chapter 71, HF 4531. Even though benefits are not as strong as
Tag Unemployment Application
An unemployment application for benefits in Minnesota should not be difficult, but it is.
Unfortunately, each question is designed to deny a claim.
As an unemployment lawyer, my goal is to educate and inspire a conversation with applicants seeking help with their application for benefits.
Unemployment Application: The Basics
Sometimes, one of the most difficult application questions is whether or not a person was fired or they quit their job. The second most difficult question on an application for benefits is why.
The articles and videos address application questions and issues. Sometimes, knowing the rules under Minnesota statute 268.035 and 268.095 can assist applicants with pinpointing a law that supports their claim.
Personally, I like the idea of reviewing the events that led to applying for benefits and helping people use words that can optimize their claim.
Thus, if you find any of these articles useful or helpful, please share with others and contact me directly.
6 Reasons why Christmas Layoffs are the Best Type of Layoff
Christmas layoffs feel icky at first. Here is my short list of reasons why an unemployment lawyer might believe a holiday layoff is the best type of layoff.
Requests for Information: Unemployment Tip #17
Requests for Information is often the first step towards disaster for an unemployed worker seeking benefits in Minnesota. These types of questionnaires
For People Scared of a MN Unemployment Appeal [Updated]
Applicants who fear the MN Unemployment Appeal process are usually scared for three reasons: They have never done this before, Afraid of getting in trouble, or Making ends meet. Even if all three apply to your specific situation, I believe…
Unemployment Tip # 001 – Applications
Unemployment tips are important. Here is the first of many tips for unemployment claims and appeals in Minnesota. I hope you find this new series helpful
Did Ransomeware for Unemployment Just Get Real?
Ransomeware for unemployment benefits sounds crazy, but lets assume the threats of computer viruses and ransomeware this week are real. Rhetorically speaking, what if benefits are impacted by a malware program? Even worse, what if we cannot file an appeal…
Unemployment Stuck is a Messy Process
Unemployment stuck describes the person who does not know how to proceed with their appeal. First, thank you for coming back to my site. Second, yes, I am biased because I believe my insights and experience can become very valuable…
Do You Know the First rule for Unemployment?
The first rule for unemployment benefits in Minnesota is record keeping. Wait, you don’t expect an appeal or denial for benefits, right? Whether this is accurate or not, nobody can stop an audit or appeal made by an employer. Thus, the first…
Why thinking like an Unemployment Loser will help you Win
Being an unemployment loser is painful. I believe every worker deserves who quits or gets discharged deserves unemployment benefits. Even more, I believe approaching an appeal requires diligence and preparing for a victory. On the other hand, here is why…
Being Unemployed with Children is not the End
Being unemployed with children is hard because you are allowing yourself to think about the worst possible scenarios. Whether you are wealthy or poor, people are the same. We want the very best for our children. I believe your situation…