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Making Sense of Unemployment Compensation

May 1, 2003

With the recent downturn in the economy, many employers are struggling once again to minimize increases in their unemployment compensation rates due to unwarranted claims.  We’ll discuss in-depth what employers should know and can do to maximize their success in defending unemployment compensation claims.  We’ll also bring you up to date with recent developments and offer practical solutions you can apply at your workplace.

Agenda 

  • Introduction: James B. Brown
  • Unemployment Compensation Overview: Joseph M. McDermott
  • Organizational Changes: Lisa L. Garrett
  • New Cases and Case Law Developments: Leslie D. Heller
  • Procedural Requirements and Changes
  • Hearing Preparation and Attendance
  • Appeals
  • Relief from Charges
  • Questions and Answers