ALEKSANDR LISENKOV VS. BOARD OF REVIEW, ETC. (BOARD OF REVIEW, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR)

**What Happened** Aleksandr Lisenkov was denied unemployment benefits and wanted to appeal that decision. However, he missed the deadline to file his appeal. In New Jersey, workers have only 10 days to appeal a denial of unemployment benefits. When Lisenkov finally did file his appeal, it was late. The state's Board of Review dismissed his appeal because it was filed after the deadline. Lisenkov then took the case to court, arguing that his late filing should be excused. **What the Court Decided** The court sided with the state agency and upheld the dismissal of Lisenkov's appeal. The court found that he failed to file his appeal within the required 10-day window and could not show a good reason for the delay that would justify excusing the missed deadline. **Why This Matters for Workers** This case highlights how strict timing deadlines can be in unemployment cases. Workers who are denied benefits must act quickly to preserve their right to appeal. Missing the 10-day deadline can permanently bar someone from challenging a denial, even if they believe the original decision was wrong. Workers should immediately calendar appeal deadlines and seek help if they're unsure about the process.