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What Should I Do if I was Denied Unemployment or Received an Overpayment Notice?

Many people are initially denied unemployment benefits but are able to get them reinstated after a hearing.  Also, in the wake of the pandemic and the chaos caused to unemployment by the various relief programs, many people are receiving frightening notices of overpayment from the DUA, sometimes as much as $40,000.

The truth is that just because you received an initial denial or an overpayment notice does not mean you are or were not entitle to benefits.  An employment lawyer can help you assess that situation, and figure out whether you should get benefits.

In the meantime, here is what you need to know:
  • Whether you got a denial or an overpayment notice, pay close attention to the appeal deadline.  Filing an appeal is easy, and usually can be done through your online account, but you do not want to miss the date if you can help it.  Even if you don't know what the grounds for your appeal are, you can preserve your rights by simply requesting it.
  • If you have already missed the deadline, you may be able to ask for leave to file a late appeal, if you can show good cause for missing the deadline. 
Learn more here about unemployment benefits in Massachusetts.

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      • Are non competes enforceable
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