As identify theft is becoming more and more common, so are the ways the hackers go about their business. Because of this, industries like the unemployment system are seeing rises in identify theft of employees as well. More claims are being filed under a name and SSN of still-employed workers, causing problems for both the victim and the employer.

How to spot a fraudulent UI claim

At the end of the day, the best way to protect your company from fraudulent unemployment claims is to focus on prevention. By knowing the signs, you can save both your company and the employee time and stress.

The first line of defense is making sure all the claims you receive are valid. If you check and see you have a claim for a worker still employed, it's probably a case of fraud. From the individual's perspective, they can find out if they try to file their own claim, receive a notice of repayment or receive tax information relating to a UI claim they didn't file.

Protect your company

Knowing you're the first and best line of defense against fraudulent claims means you need to be on your game. Only constant vigilance can keep you from paying a criminal posing as one of your employees.

Be sure to check and double-check every UI claim you receive. If possible, keeping a system with both names and SSNs that can be easily searched is ideal for a quick and simple way of protecting your company and your employee.

The longer you miss these claims, the more damage might be done to both you and your worker. Their identity will be compromised for longer while you can experience increases in your tax rate.

Prevent fraudulent UI claims with Unemployment Tracker

Sometimes handling UI claims on your own can be too much. If you don't have the dedicated staff, it can be easy to overlook deadlines, notices and even claims of current employees. Don't leave your system to chance. Work with Unemployment Tracker to experience a higher level of control.

No matter your need, we have a solution that can meet it, whether it's preparation and documentation software or full-service consultative services. Request a live demo or a quote today to learn more about how Unemployment Tracker can help protect your company.