Michele Esquivel v. Hy-Vee, Inc. and Division of Employment Security

Michele Esquivel (“Esquivel”) appeals from the Labor and Industrial Relations Commission’s (“Commission”) order denying her claim for unemployment benefits following her termination from Hy-Vee, Inc. (“Hy-Vee”). Esquivel argues that the Commission erred in concluding that she committed misconduct and in denying her claim for unemployment benefits, because the decision was not supported by sufficient competent evidence. We affirm the Commission’s decision.

Factual and Procedural Background

Hy-Vee operates a supermarket where Esquivel worked as a florist. When she was hired, Esquivel signed a…