Denial of Unemployment Benefits

When an individual loses his or her job, it may be difficult to find immediate employment elsewhere. In a difficult market, jobs may be few and far between, and the search for a new position may take some time. People who have recently lost their jobs may seek unemployment benefits to help support themselves and their loved ones during the difficult transition period.

In some cases, the former employer may deny the worker’s claim for unemployment benefits, which can cause serious financial distress. If you have been wrongly denied unemployment benefits from your former employer, contact the San Antonio employment lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP at 1-800-681-6932.

Factors Affecting Unemployment Benefit Claims

The acceptance or denial of unemployment benefits often depends on the circumstances surrounding the person’s departure from the job. The individual may be eligible for benefits if:

• The job was lost due to lay-offs
• The company was forced to fire the employee for financial reasons
• The firing was not due to performance issues
• Job loss was not the result of misconduct or criminal actions at work

Typically, benefits are granted to people who have lost their jobs through no fault of their own. Financial constraints and company downsizing are common reasons result in unemployment claim approval.

Contact Us

If your former employer has denied your claim for unemployment benefits, contact the San Antonio employment lawyers of Melton & Kumler, LLP at 1-800-681-6932.