We have started a new segment allowing managers to ask questions that will be answered directly by our CEO, Darcy Swift. This month’s question is:
QUESTION: I have recently received several Unemployment requests from people I have never even heard of, let alone employed on my staff. What is the best course of action as an employer when faced with Unemployment fraud issues?
ANSWER: This is a very unfortunate situation that a lot of employers seem to be facing right now. The Unemployment Offices are overwhelmed right now and some people are trying to use that for financial gain. The best course of action for any employer when they are faced with possible fraud is to respond in writing to the Unemployment Commission clearly stating that this is not an employee on your payroll.
Be careful not to use the word “fraud”, as it is only speculation at this point in the process. The person very well could have made a mistake when listing your place of business while filling out paperwork. You want to give them the benefit of the doubt while also protecting yourself and your business. If it is fraud, you do not need to state it. Let the Unemployment Commission make that determination.
If you have a question you want answered, please contact us here. We will feature one frequently asked question a month.
We have started a new segment allowing managers to ask questions that will be answered directly by our CEO, Darcy Swift. This month’s question is:
QUESTION: I have recently received several Unemployment requests from people I have never even heard of, let alone employed on my staff. What is the best course of action as an employer when faced with Unemployment fraud issues?
ANSWER: This is a very unfortunate situation that a lot of employers seem to be facing right now. The Unemployment Offices are overwhelmed right now and some people are trying to use that for financial gain. The best course of action for any employer when they are faced with possible fraud is to respond in writing to the Unemployment Commission clearly stating that this is not an employee on your payroll.
Be careful not to use the word “fraud”, as it is only speculation at this point in the process. The person very well could have made a mistake when listing your place of business while filling out paperwork. You want to give them the benefit of the doubt while also protecting yourself and your business. If it is fraud, you do not need to state it. Let the Unemployment Commission make that determination.
If you have a question you want answered, please contact us here. We will feature one frequently asked question a month.