A Notice of Determination (“NOD”) is a document you will receive in the mail after you apply for unemployment compensation benefits (“UC Benefits.”) It states whether you were found eligible or ineligible for UC Benefits. Appeal Ineligibility for UC Benefits If you are found ineligible, you should appeal immediately because… read more →
The Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) provides protection for “disabled individuals” who are currently employed or seeking employment. If an individual is disabled under the ADA, Employers are required to reasonably accommodate the individual’s disability by engaging in the “interactive process.” Failure for an Employer to engage in the interactive… read more →
Under 402(h) of the unemployment compensation law (“Law”), an individual who is self-employed does not qualify for unemployment benefits (“UC Benefits”). Independent contractors fall into the category of self-employed. Therefore, if you are an independent contractor, you will not be eligible for UC Benefits. But what is an independent contractor?… read more →
Most individuals who quit their job think that if they quit they are ineligible for unemployment benefits (“UC Benefits”). It is a common misconception. The truth is that in some situations, if an individual quits their job, he/she may still be eligible for UC Benefits. When applying for UC Benefits… read more →
In Pennsylvania, the use of criminal background checks is becoming an issue for persons with prior convictions seeking employment. Our firm has had a recent influx of cases revolving around the very issue. The answer to whether an employer can refuse employment based on prior convictions is complicated. In some… read more →
There are many situations where an individual has been working full-time for an employer for years and then suddenly has his/her hours reduced to part-time. The individual is left standing with many questions. Can my employer do that? What legal recourse do I have? Can I file for unemployment benefits… read more →
During the process of applying for unemployment compensation benefits (“UC Benefits”), an individual may receive a Notice of Determination stating that he/she did not purge their weekly benefit rate. To retain eligibility for UC benefits, you must prove that you did purge the weekly benefit rate. What Does It Mean… read more →
Before being able to bring a lawsuit for discrimination, every discriminated individual must first file a complaint with a state or federal agency such as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (“PHRC”) or the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”). The PHRC is the state agency that investigates discrimination complaints brought by… read more →
At this point in your appeal for unemployment compensation benefits (“UC Benefits”), you have filed an appeal to your Notice of Determination and have received your Notice of Hearing in the mail. The Notice of Hearing will state where and when you must appear in order to preset your case… read more →
If you have recently become separated from your job, you may be applying for unemployment benefits (“UC Benefits”) in the near future. Applying for UC Benefits can be a confusing process. There are various steps each individual must go through in order to qualify for UC Benefits. Step One: Are… read more →