Denied Pua Benefits Appeal

Summary

In Maryland, to be eligible for PUA unemployment benefits, you generally need proof of prior employment. However, if you were scheduled to start a new job but couldnt due to the pandemic, you may still qualify. Contact the Maryland Department of Labor for clarification and assistance. If youve already submitted an appeal, your chances depend on the specifics of your case.

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Can you please assist?
Of course, Sue Speeter! I'd be happy to assist you with your PUA unemployment is****. Can you please provide more details about the specific problem you are facing?
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I applied for PUA unemployment benefits and was denied benefits
I'm sorry to hear that you were denied PUA unemployment benefits. Can you please provide more information about why you were denied?
I was scheduled to commence work and did not due to the pandemic state emergency, I was not employed before the pandemic and have no proof of employment. They denied benefits since I don't have proof of prior employment.
I understand that you were denied PUA unemployment benefits because you don't have proof of prior employment. Can you please tell me which state you are located in?
MD
In Maryland, to be eligible for PUA unemployment benefits, you need to have proof of prior employment. If you don't have proof, you may be denied benefits. You can contact the Maryland Department of Labor for more information and assistance with your specific case.
§Section of Law: * of based on the CARES ACT online, it does not state that I need to show proof of employment. I was not employed, I was scheduled to start a new job
In Maryland, to be eligible for PUA unemployment benefits, you need to have proof of prior employment. If you don't have proof, you may be denied benefits. You can contact the Maryland Department of Labor for more information and assistance with your specific case.
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I apologize for any confusion. In Maryland, to be eligible for PUA unemployment benefits, you generally need to have proof of prior employment. However, if you were scheduled to start a new job but were unable to due to the pandemic state emergency, you may still be eligible. I recommend contacting the Maryland Department of Labor for further clarification and assistance with your specific case.
I have submitted an appeal, what are my chances?
What was the reason you provided in your appeal for not having proof of prior employment?
I was not employed
I understand that you were not employed and that was the reason you provided in your appeal. It's difficult to determine your chances without more information. I recommend contacting the Maryland Department of Labor for guidance on the appeal process and to discuss your specific case.