Employer Unemployment Fraud Consequences

Summary

Employers in New Jersey must provide accurate information to the Unemployment Office. False claims can result in penalties and legal repercussions. If an employer lies about the reason for an employees termination, the employee can report the situation to the local Unemployment Office and consult an employment attorney. Keep all evidence, such as text messages, intact for legal proceedings.

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Hello ****, could you please clarify what specific aspect of employment law you're interested in? Also, could you tell me where you're located? This will help me provide you with more accurate information.
Morristown,NJ and I want to know is it illegal for an employee to lie to unemployment
Hello ****, in New Jersey:
- It's illegal to provide false information to unemployment.
- Doing so can result in fraud charges, penalties, and disqualification from benefits.
Please consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.
No I’m sorry I meant an employer
I see, you're asking if an employer can lie to unemployment. In New Jersey:
- Employers are required to provide accurate info to unemployment.
- Providing false information can lead to penalties and legal repercussions.
Please seek professional legal help for specific advice.
Ok because I was taken off the schedule because they claimed they didn’t have any hours available that fit my availability.I applied for unemployment and they told them that it was because of excessive call outs which is a lie and I have text messages to prove it
In New Jersey, it is unlawful for an employer to provide false information to the Unemployment Office. Consider:
- Reporting the situation to your local Unemployment Office.
- Consulting with an employment attorney.
- Keeping all evidences like text messages intact.
This information is only suggestive, consult a legal professional for advice.