Can i get unemployment when i got denied workerscomp.. under appeal .. and the job claims i abandon job. Cause i didnt return to work.. it was dismissed due to a missed court date.. i am still injured so i was unable to return..

Disclaimer: I'm not a lawyer. Workers comp is concerned only with work-related injuries or death. Monetary considerations are directly determined on actual loss or disability (death or physical impairment) and not on salary, and paid lumpsum or as long as the temporary disability exists. Unemployment benefits are status-based (total or partial unemployment) due to circumstances beyond employees' control (work slowdown or workforce reduction or company shutdown) Benefits are computed based on salary and lasts as long as your personal benefit 'fund' has a balance. The unemployed also has to show effort of seeking new employment. Overall, from the limited information provided, I think, pending your WC appeal, you can seek unemployment benefits because you were terminated for reason beyond your control.

Hi David you will definitely need to speak to a lawyer. Give legal aid a call Monday morning and ask them who you should see. Good luck