ABOUT US
We are located in Florida, and represent clients in various states, including Florida, Alabama, Texas, Colorado, New Mexico, Georgia, Ohio, and many more. As a prior Administrative Law Judge, I oversaw thousands of cases, and have a substantial amount of knowledge of the appeals process. Now, I bring that vast amount of knowledge to your side. I will zealously advocate for those who need quality representation at an affordable cost. Our rates are fair and payment plans are available.
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(850) 228-3556
WHY YOU CANNOT GO INTO THE HEARING ALONE ...
APPEAL NEEDED | DEADLINE?
In some states, you have a limited amount of time to appeal your unemployment claim denial and file an appeal. Claims filed after the deadline will not be considered. As soon as you receive information that you have been denied benefits, contact our office to appeal the adverse determination IMMEDIATELY.
What is a hearing?
A hearing is an informal trial held before an unemployment appeals board and/or an administrative law judge. Based on the evidence presented a decision will be made on whether you are entitled to unemployment insurance benefits.
At the hearing, you, your employer and witnesses for either side may testify. Both you and your employer will have the opportunity to present evidence.
The decision from this hearing will replace the determination that was appealed. To protect your rights, you must participate even if the other party filed the appeal. If you cannot attend as scheduled, you may receive an unfavorable decision. A claimant who receives an unfavorable decision will have to repay benefits that should not have been received.
If the party who filed the appeal participates, a hearing will be held. The decision will be based on the evidence presented. If you don’t participate, your evidence will not be considered. If you filed the appeal and do not participate, your case will be dismissed.
Your rights as a party during the hearing include, the right to:
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Testify in your own behalf;
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Present documents and other evidence;
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Present witness(es)
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Question your own witness(es);
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Question the opposing party's witnesses;
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Examine and object to evidence presented;
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Explain or rebut evidence presented; and
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Make a closing statement at the end of the hearing.
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO:
Collect Supporting Documentation
Bring two copies of any written information you have available, including warnings, time sheets, contracts, medical records, and your personnel file. The more supporting documentation you have, the better chance you will have of winning an appeal.
Be prepared to present evidence on all issues listed on the Notice of Hearing. The decision will be based only on evidence presented at the hearing. A second appeal level exists, but includes only a review of the existing record, not a new hearing.
Get Witnesses
If you have witnesses with personal knowledge of the circumstances leading to you losing your job, it can be very helpful. Bring the witnesses with you to the unemployment appeal hearing so they can testify on your behalf.
WHAT'S NEXT?
While the appeal process is taking place
keep filing for unemployment. You should continue to file for unemployment payments as scheduled until you have gone through the appeals process.
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