New Jobless Pay Law Has More Pitfalls for Claimants
The Ohio Legislature's latest unemployment compensation changes tighten eligibility and expand anti fraud rules. A new emphasis on actuarial consultants shifts leverage toward denying legitimate claims, with immediate disqualifications and delayed benefits amid arguments that reforms harm workers seeking relief.
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Unemployment Claims Tightening Under Ohio Legislation
The article argues that Ohio SB 394 provisions empower referees to disregard common law rules and limit evidence in unemployment claims. It alleges actuaries contest claims without evidence, adding hearings and risk of disqualification, with new rules about quit provisions for military service and post strike ineligibility. It cites Joe Worker and multiple case impacts on claim timing, address reporting, and required job referrals.
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