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The Minnesota Court of Appeals affirmed the unemployment law judge's determination that the relator failed to show good cause for not timely requesting unemployment benefits during an unpaid leave of absence, finding that a reasonable person with due diligence would have read the provided materials explaining the requirement.
What Happened
Mark Larsson took unpaid leave from his job at Eaton Hydraulics. While on leave, he was eligible to apply for unemployment benefits, but he failed to request them within the required time frame. When he later tried to get those benefits, the state denied his request. Larsson appealed, arguing he had good reason for missing the deadline.
What the Court Decided
The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled against Larsson. The court found that he didn't have "good cause" for missing the deadline to request unemployment benefits. The judges determined that his employer had provided him with materials explaining the requirements, and that any reasonable person who carefully read those materials would have understood they needed to apply for benefits promptly during unpaid leave.
Why This Matters for Workers
This ruling emphasizes how important it is for workers to carefully read and understand all paperwork when taking unpaid leave. Missing deadlines for unemployment benefits can permanently cost you money you're entitled to. Workers should immediately review any materials their employer provides about unpaid leave, ask questions if anything is unclear, and apply for unemployment benefits right away if eligible. Don't assume you can catch up later—deadlines are strictly enforced.
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