When you have a business to run, the last thing you need to do is spend a lot of time and resources protesting unemployment insurance claims from previous employees. What is even more frustrating is that employers only win about half of the claims that they protest.

However, there are some ways to create an effective protest that can help you win and keep your unemployment insurance costs down.

Key Factors to Consider

Let’s take a look at some key factors to keep in mind when considering whether to protest an unemployment insurance claim:

Do Not Fight Unwinnable Claims

This sounds obvious, but consider the case clearly before moving ahead. For example, you are unlikely to win a protest over a claimant who was merely bad at the job. States do not hold employees accountable for being sub-par workers.

Keep Good Documentation

This is the evidence you need to present to prove that the claimant should not be paid. Poor evidence means little chance of winning!

Know Your State Laws

If you don’t know how the unemployment insurance system works and what is against UI law  — and what is not — you are not likely to win very many protests. Review laws carefully, or get some advice.

Track Your Protest

You have a responsibility to ensure that state agencies are dealing with your case in a timely manner. Be persistent.

Ensure Your Documentation is “Up to Code”

Your handbook, safety policies and other documents should follow unemployment law.

Most Importantly, Contact an Expert

Get good advice and, where applicable, good training. It will pay off in the long run.

Poor Protest Management Will Cost You

Though it seems overwhelming at times, winning UI protests is possible, and unemployment insurance is a very controllable expense. But you must know how to manage your claims, protests, and costs. To learn more about how to manage your protest claims and save time and money, contact Unemployment Tracker today.