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jigggyman t1_jdmfsl9 wrote
hopefully. I’m just worried due to the wording of the “gross misconduct” on the UI website. I’m thinking the gross misconduct refers to being fired for crimes committed at work but just wanted to be sure.
I_Am_Skipples t1_jdmgfk4 wrote
Gross misconduct is what you’ve described. Assault can be a crime that falls within the scope of that language.
jigggyman t1_jdmgs5a wrote
I understand that. What i am asking is does gross misconduct in terms of Unemployment refer to gross misconduct at the workplace? My job does not know that I have an assault charge. They just know I have a disqualifying reason.
bros402 t1_jdmfdxj wrote
holy crap what did you get charged with?
Were you at a private or charter school? Since otherwise, it'd take forever with the NJEA protecting you.
Talk to an employment attorney
Woodbutcher31 t1_jdmmogz wrote
Most times you are fired, you are penalized two weeks then can apply/resubmit. Those 2 weeks get tacked onto the back of your claim. You just have to explain that it was an altercation outside of work. Or if it was in work that you were assaulted/defending yourself. If it didn’t happen at work you’re good,I would say.
I would think gross misconduct would be child abuse, or a criminal act such as rape .. not simply assault. …..Haha every construction worker in the state would be disqualified at some point if that was the case.
jigggyman t1_jdmy0wj wrote
thank you for that insight. this is what i was getting from doing my research. my last day was 3/14 and i applied today. we’ll see
Woodbutcher31 t1_jdn0g2x wrote
Just realize, with unemployment any and everything starts from the day you apply.
PirateForward8827 t1_jdmfjrb wrote
NJ is very employee friendly. I work in healthcare and we have fired people for stealing from patients. They still applied for and received unemployment, albeit often with a delay (like a month).