Franks v. Unemployment Appeals Commission

VILLANTI, Judge.

Theresa L. Franks appeals the order of the Unemployment Appeals Commission affirming the decision of the appeals referee that disqualified her from receiving benefits. Because Ms. Franks’ actions, which resulted in her discharge from employment, did not rise to the level of misconduct as defined in section 443.036(29), Florida Statutes (2004), we reverse.

Ms. Franks was employed as a legal assistant with the law firm of Price Hamilton & Price Chartered. Ms. Franks was taking online classes during the course of her employment. She then began taking classes at a local campus. Her…