Crystal Perez

Let’s face it, unemployment compensation is complicated. The many misunderstandings about the program and its purpose can make the process even more complicated. This month, we will tackle some of…

We recently had a member ask, "If an employer changes expectations of working in the office versus remote for our company, would this impact eligibility for unemployment benefits?" Many employers…

You just received a notice of an unemployment hearing. You may ask yourself, "How do I prepare for the upcoming hearing and what should I expect?" If you haven't participated…

Did you know that some states may disqualify an individual if they are collecting certain types of pay after they leave your employment? The basic requirement for collecting unemployment benefits…

Unemployment fraud was rarely mentioned before 2020, but unprecedented strain on unemployment insurance (UI) systems and increased benefits as a result of the pandemic were too much for bad actors…

The Bureau of Labor Statistics recently reported that non-farm payroll rose in November 2022 by 263,000 employees. This is in addition to over 550,000 employees added in September and October.…

It is hard to watch the news lately without hearing something about the Great Resignation. Reports of people quitting their jobs in droves are constantly in the headlines. According to…

Managing your unemployment claims is a critical part of the overall unemployment claims program. Responding to requests for separation information with complete information in a timely manner ensures that the…

One of the most commonly misunderstood reasons for termination is misconduct. In this article, we are going to explain how a state may define misconduct and what employers need to…

We all know that employees who are no longer working, whether they left voluntarily or were discharged, have the right to file for unemployment benefits. What about those employees who…