In re the Claim of Santiago

Claimant worked as a security guard at a museum beginning in September 2006. Following several incidents during which fellow employees perceived claimant’s behavior as hostile, claimant was given training and counseling, and was ultimately suspended. Finally, claimant was warned in writing that any further hostile or intimidating behavior towards fellow employees would be grounds for termination. Despite the warning, claimant threw a fake punch at a fellow employee and, as a result, his employment was terminated.' The Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board ultimately ruled that claimant was…