Ohio Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: How Does An Applicant Know If His/Her Weekly Eligibility Is In Question?
  A: The agency will notify the applicant of any issue and give an opportunity for him/her to respond. Sometimes the applicant may request a fact­ finding interview. … More
• Q: Must The Applicant Report Partial Earnings?
  A: Yes. The gross (before taxes) earnings must be reported in the week the work was performed, even if not paid in that week. The law allows an applicant to earn up to 20 … More
• Q: Is Any Income Other Than Earnings Deducted?
  A: Yes. Under certain conditions, severance/separation pay, vacation pay, worker's compensation, private pensions, and social security pensions are deducted. Types of … More
• Q: What Is The Penalty For Making A False Statement?
  A: Under Ohio law, an applicant will be disqualified if he/she has "knowingly and willfully misrepresented material facts with the intent to receive benefits." The law … More
• Q: What About Appeals?
  A: If you disagree with any decision about your claim, you should file an appeal.
• Q: How Do I File An Appeal?
  A: Appeals must be in writing and may be filed in person, by mail, fax or e­mail. Include your social security number, the date of the determination with which you … More
• Q: Can I File Claims During An Appeal?
  A: You should continue to file claims for any weeks you are unemployed. If an appeal is decided in your favor, you'll receive payments only for weeks properly claimed.
• Q: Do I Have A Right To Representation
  A: You may be represented at any level of agency appeal by an authorized agent of your choice such as an attorney; however, ODJFS is not responsible for any expenses … More
• Q: Can I File Further Court Appeals?
  A: If you disagree with the decision of the common pleas court, you may appeal your case further as in civil cases.

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