When you file your claim, we’ll ask for the reason for your separation (why you are no longer employed). This information along with a questionnaire is sent to your former employer for completion.
If your separation is due to something other than a lack of work, a deputy (sometimes referred to as a hearing officer) will contact you by telephone to discuss your separation. Your employer may request to participate in the interview, or they may provide additional information in writing or by telephone. You have the right to review and comment on any information provided by your employer. The deputy will then decide whether you are eligible to receive benefits. This decision will be contained in a “Notice of Deputy’s Determination” which will be sent to you and your employer.
