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Appeal From Deputy's Determination

If you do not understand any determination or notice you receive about a claim, ask a claims representative for an explanation. If you disagree with a determination, you may file an appeal. You may appeal if you believe that the law was incorrectly applied or that all the facts were not considered when the determination was made. An appeal may be filed by any employee of a corporation, partnership or other business entity authorized by law. An appeal can also be filed by a licensed attorney.

Appeal rights and time limits are explained on each determination. If an appeal is not filed within the time limit, you may lose your right to appeal. The time limits for filing can only be extended for "good cause." Generally, only circumstances beyond your reasonable control will be considered good cause for late filing. You can file the appeal by mail or fax to the address listed on the determination.

After an appeal is filed, the Appeals Section will notify you of the date, time and method of the hearing. All interested parties taking part in the hearing will be allowed to provide sworn testimony. A written decision will be mailed to all interested parties after the hearing. The decision may affirm, reverse, modify or remand the determination of the deputy.

If the employer is dissatisfied with the decision of the referee, it may carry the case through subsequent appeal stages to the Missouri Labor and Industrial Relations Commission and then to the courts for a final decision.