Raleigh Unemployment Hearings Attorney

North Carolina ESC Hearings Lawyer

Whether you were lawfully laid off or you are the victim of wrongful termination, you now face an uncertain financial future. You have a right to apply for unemployment benefits to help you pay your bills while you look for another job. However, there may be barriers to receiving unemployment compensation, such as a challenge by your employer.

At The Richards Law Firm, we have helped many people bring unemployment claims to the Employment Security Commission of North Carolina (ESC). Raleigh unemployment hearings lawyer Kimberly Richards uses nearly a decade of employment law experience to effectively argue for employee's rights to unemployment benefits.

Unemployment Hearings

In order to receive unemployment benefits, you may have to attend a hearing with the ESC. During this hearing, your employer can either agree to your unemployment benefits or challenge them. Therefore, it is a good idea to have an experienced employment lawyer ready to respond if a challenge does arise. These challenges could include accusations of habitual tardiness, theft, drinking on the job or otherwise acting against company regulations.

Before the hearing, we will thoroughly research your case and collect evidence that shows you are entitled to unemployment benefits. We never go into a hearing unarmed.

Unemployment Appeals

If you are denied unemployment benefits at the initial ESC hearing, you can bring an appeal with an unemployment referee. We will represent your interests during the appeals process, bringing your best evidence forward.

The amount of time you have to make an appeal is very small and missing the deadline can mean losing any claim you have for unemployment benefits. Therefore, it is important to contact an attorney as soon as possible.

Experienced North Carolina Unemployment Law Representation

Raleigh, North Carolina, unemployment hearings lawyer Kimberly Richards is available weekdays, evenings and weekends, and accepts credit cards. To schedule an appointment, contact us by e-mail or call our North Carolina office at 866.775.3436 or 919.535.3623.