Agsalud v. Blalack

OPINION OF THE COURT BY

HAYASHI, J.

Claimant, Donnie R. Blalack (Blalack) was employed by United Airlines for many years before he was released subject to recall by United Airlines based on seniority. As an employee who had been released, Blalack was entitled to twelve weeks of severance pay. Blalack also received medical and dental coverage and flight benefits for 90 days after termination.

After being released, Blalack filed for unemployment compensation. He was denied compensation because he was not unemployed. Blalack filed an appeal which was heard before a referee. The referee held that…