My former employer claims I quit what do I do?
Asked by Matt
I am in Massachusetts, my last employer had me working on a project. When that project was finished I was let go (they are not an agency they are a normal corporation). I applied for unemployment due to this, now I get a call saying they are claiming that I quit. What do I do they will probably deny my claim and I don't know how to prove that I was infact let go. Thanks for the answers. I know that in Massachusetts at least even though it was temporary it does not matter unless I was an independent contractor (which I was not) so that does not disqualify me for benefits. In response to the last poster, a temporary job is not an independent contractor position. It is easy to tell, for the money that the company gave you did you fill out a 1099 or a w4 a w4 means you are a regular employed and you will just be let go when the project ends, a 1099 means you were an independent contractor working for yourself.

Best Answer:
dispute it! call the corporate office, file a complaint with the better business bureau, don't let them screw you because the economy is in the toilet! if you make enough noise about it someone will help you, even call your local news they love stories like that and companies don't want to be put on the spot

If you have a contract, appeal the decision. I had the same thing happen to me. My contract said my job ended on a specific date. When I used them as a reference, the said I was fired. But, my contract reflected that my job was only for the duration of the project. Unfortunately, you former employer does have the upper hand as it is assumed they have no reason to lie, but most do.
Answered by Marc O'Panda

Most unemployment claims allow and arbitration process where you can appeal a denial. Explain what the working situation was and hope for the best. Thing is, they may say that if you knew it was a temporary project when you hired, you may not be eligible for benefits.
Answered by theevillink

You appeal the ruling. Most company's will not fight an appeal make sure you have your proof and be ready for a confrontation if they do show up to the appeal. Have your proof in other words. Most times as stated they will not go through the trouble and expense as it is cheaper to just let you collect
Answered by Pengy

I live in Mass. And if it was a temp job then you cant claim unemployment against that company. Companies have to pay into unemployment and they did not fire you! Your job ended. If it is a temporary job then you were an independent contractor.
Answered by Unknown