Initial Information Requests

When a claimant initially applies for unemployment, the Department of Labor takes many steps to ensure that person is eligible for benefits prior to paying out the claim. These requests can come in multiple forms.

Some requests are sent by mail. The two most common types of requests sent by mail are a Fact Finding Appointment and requests for written information regarding potentially fraudulent claims. The Fact Finding Appointment Notice lists a date and time for the appointment and the reason for the appointment. You have the right to have a lawyer represent you in a Fact Finding Appointment. A request for information regarding potential fraud will list the weeks in question and provide specific questions regarding those weeks to determine whether fraud was committed.

Other requests are sent by e-mail including a link to a form. The two most common types of these requests are the Claimant Form and the ID.me Identity Verification. The Claimant Form is a standard form that covers a variety of unemployment issues. It must be filled out and submitted within a specified time period. The information provided here will be considered when determining your eligibility for benefits. The ID.me Identity Verification must be completed before the Department of Labor will pay benefits.

The third type of requests are sent by e-mail with a set of questions. These are usually regarding issues that the Claimant Form does not cover or for follow-up information regarding something previously submitted to the Department of Labor. It is important to respond to these e-mails because they are typically sent when the Department of Labor needs information or documents to find you eligible for benefits.

Failing to respond or incorrectly responding can significantly delay or completely stop the payment of benefits. It is critical that all requests for information are promptly and properly responded to. Even if an employer does not contest your claim for benefits, you can still be disqualified from benefits if you do not provide the correct information on time.

Let us help guide you through this initial process. We handle Initial Information Requests for a low flat fee. Please call us or e-mail now for a free initial telephone consultation. We will explain your rights and set up the appointment for us to represent you.

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