Reese v. Reemployment Assistance Appeals Commission

Mark Reese, a former assistant football coach at the University of Miami, appeals from the decision of the Florida Unemployment Appeals Commission1 denying his claim for unemployment compensation. We reverse because the commission’s decision is inconsistent with the legislative intent underlying section 443.1216, Florida Statutes (2012).

Reese worked as an assistant coach for the university from 2009 through 2010. While employed, he also studied part-time until the fall semester of 2010. Reese testified that while working for the university, he also was pursuing a master’s degree in history at…