Oliver v. Director, Employment Security Department & Tyson Foods

Wendell L. Griffen, Judge.

Imogene Oliver appeals from the Arkansas Board of Review decision denying her claim for unemployment compensation benefits upon a finding that she was discharged from her job for misconduct in connection with her work. Appellant contends that the Board’s decision was not supported by substantial evidence. We hold that substantial evidence does not support the Board’s conclusion that appellant displayed disregard for her obligation to her employer. Accordingly, we reverse and remand for an order to be entered for payment of benefits.

Appellant began working at Tyson…