Section 7-305. DETERMINATION OF CLAIMS

 

305.1In accordance with §11(b) of the Act, the Director shall make an initial determination of eligibility promptly.

 

305.2For purposes of this section, "predetermination fact-finding interview" is an informal hearing at which evidence is received. This evidence shall be used to determine whether an otherwise eligible claimant is subject to disqualification.

 

305.3The Director shall notify the claimant and his or her most recent employer of the time and place of the predetermination fact-finding interview.

 

305.4The claimant's most recent employer shall be responsible for presenting data at the predetermination fact-finding interview to make clear his or her objections to the claim. The employer's minimum obligation shall be to inform the Director and the claimant of any and all disqualifying factors.

 

305.5The Director's initial determination of eligibility shall include the following:

 

(a)Whether or not benefits may be payable;

 

(b)The week when payments will commence if claimant is otherwise eligible;

 

(c)The maximum duration of the individual's eligibility for benefits; and

 

(d)The weekly benefit amount.

 

305.6When the Director has made a determination of an individual's right to benefits, he or she shall promptly notify the claimant and interested parties of the determination and the reasons for the determination.