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 →
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 →
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 →
Before an individual is able to collect unemployment compensation benefits (“UC Benefits”), he/she must be financially eligible. Many individuals receive their Notice of Financial Determination stating that he/she is ineligible for UC Benefits because he/she did not make at least 49.5% of qualifying wages outside the calendar quarter in which… read more →
If you are filing or have filed for unemployment compensation benefits (“UC Benefits”) and you receive a Notice of Hearing stating your employer is seeking a relief from charges under Section 302.1(a)(1), (2), (3), (4) of the Unemployment Compensation Law (“Law”), there is no need to panic. What Does it… read more →
An individual who files for unemployment compensation benefits (“UC Benefits”) may be found eligible to receive them. An individual is then entitled to collect his/her UC Benefits if found eligible. However, there are certain situations where an individual will be collecting UC Benefits and then get notice that they are… read more →
At this stage in your appeal for unemployment compensation benefits (“UC Benefits”), you have been before a Referee and the Unemployment Compensation Board of Review (“UCBR”). Both have denied you benefits. You do have the right to appeal the UCBR decision further to the Commonwealth Court. When appealing further to… read more →
So you applied for unemployment benefits, but you were initially denied. Now you have to appeal and go to a hearing in order to win your benefits. There are some basic things that a claimant will need to do in order to preserve their right to a hearing and have… read more →
After you or your Employer files an appeal to the Notice of Determination, you will receive a Notice of Hearing in the mail. This Notice of Hearing states the date, time and location of your Referee Hearing. The Referee Hearing is your only chance to present testimony and witnesses concerning… read more →