Johnson v. Employment Division

Claimant seeks judicial review of a decision of the Employment Appeals Board (Board) disqualifying him for unemployment compensation benefits on the ground of misconduct in connection with his work. He maintains, inter alia, that the Board’s decision is not supported by substantial evidence and that the Board’s conclusions are not supported by its findings of fact. We reverse and remand.

Claimant worked for the City of Pendleton as a laborer from June 13, 1977, until he was discharged in late October, 1980. His work included sign painting, weed cutting, street painting and catch basin…