Schumacher v. Commonwealth, Unemployment Compensation Board of Review

Opinion by

Judge Crumlish, Jr.,

Mary A. Schumacher (Claimant) appeals a determination of the Unemployment Compensation Board of Review (Board) affirming a referee’s denial of benefits.

Claimant was employed by American Olean Tile (Employer) as a “sorter” until August 6, 1976. It is undisputed that two weeks prior to that date Claimant voluntarily submitted her notice of intention to resign, effective August 6. The referee found that Claimant’s notice was submitted due to her dissatisfaction with working conditions. The referee concluded, based upon a consideration of the circumstances leading to…