Lind v. Employment Security Division, Department of Labor

The determinative issue raised in this appeal is whether, after moving from the largest city in the State of Alaska to a village with an approximate population of 100 persons, Lind remains available for suitable work within the meaning of the controlling statute. Alaska has a comprehensive program which promotes employment security through the maintenance of a public employment office and the payment of compensation to unemployed individuals. AS 23.20.005-535. Eligibility for unemployment benefits is conditioned upon an individual being genuinely attached to the labor force. An individual can…