Regulations for Receiving Unemployment in Minnesota for Getting Fired
In most states, including Minnesota, you must show that you didn't cause the loss of your job before you can claim unemployment insurance benefits. Because of this stipulation, you may not qualify for unemployment if your employer fired you. However, there are some situations in which you can still claim benefits after your employer discharges you.
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Getting Fired
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If your employer fires you in Minnesota, you may not qualify for unemployment insurance, even if you meet the other requirements for claiming benefits, which include sufficient wages earned in your base period and willingness and ability to accept suitable employment. If your employer discharged you from your last position of employment, you must indicate his reason for doing so on your application. If the reason is acceptable for unemployment purposes, Minnesota will approve your claim.
Unacceptable Reasons
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If your employer fires you for employment misconduct or aggravated employment misconduct, you typically can't qualify for benefits. Employment misconduct occurs when a worker violates a reasonable employer's standards for employee conduct, or if he shows a lack of concern for the employment. Aggravated misconduct occurs when an employee abuses, neglects or exploits another individual, steals more than $500 or commits assault, embezzlement, arson or sabotage.
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Appeals
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If Minnesota denies your claim because your employer fired you, you can appeal the decision. If you file an appeal, Minnesota Unemployment Insurance Program will schedule a telephone hearing. If the judge decides in your favor, you will receive payments for all of the weeks you have requested prior to the hearing. If the judge denies your appeal, you can file a request for reconsideration. If the judge denies your claim again, you can request a hearing with the Minnesota Court of Appeals.
Considerations
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If Minnesota ultimately denies your claim for unemployment insurance compensation, you can't apply for benefits again during your benefit year until you have found a new job and earned at least eight times your weekly benefit rate. Minnesota may also deny claims of individuals who left their jobs because of a labor dispute or individuals who quit their jobs for unacceptable reasons.
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