Wiersma v. Michigan Bell Telephone Co.

This case involves the plight of a woman who vigorously attempted to establish her eligibility for and right to unemployment benefits. We find that claimant, Linda Wiersma, is entitled to the benefits. Therefore, we affirm the circuit court’s decision which affirmed the Michigan Employment Security Board of Review’s decision in favor of the claimant.

Respondent Michigan Bell Telephone Company was claimant’s employer. Michigan Bell appeals as of right from the circuit court’s decision. Michigan Bell contends that the claimant has no right to benefits because she was not entitled to…