Every year employers across the country pay billions of dollars in unemployment insurance (UI) taxes.  Many of those employers simply pay their taxes without ever considering that these costs are manageable and can be reduced through better c[...]

In reading the news around the United States these days, one would assume that the economy is in full recovery and unemployment numbers are down – so employers should be seeing significant reductions in their unemployment costs – you would [...]

Well, its that time of year again – when employers across the country get their UI Tax Rate notices and promptly go into “Sticker Shock” looking at the increased rate (and increased costs).  Getting your tax rate notice is a bit like getting a roo[...]

For many employers (most actually), protesting unemployment claims that should not be paid (based on the separation reason) is a source of frustration and seems to be a study in futility – after all, the average employer only wins about half the time.&[...]

Well, it is getting close to tax time for most businesses and Americans – it is also getting close to the time when most companies receive their new (2015) unemployment tax rate notice.  Many companies will then suffer through something that I lik[...]

Of all the ways to control your Unemployment Insurance (UI) costs, none are more critical than winning the majority of your protests to th[...]

Because, for most employers, unemployment taxes are a high cost item – often reaching tens or hundreds of thousands, and in some cases, millions of dollars, it is critical to protest improper claims – and win!  However, winni[...]

Unemployment Insurance (UI) hearings can often be a confusing and intimidating for employers.  Essentially it is a mini courtroom trial either held in person or by telephone.  Either way, it can be a serious headache for employers who e[...]