Bell v. Idaho Department of Labor

J. JONES, Justice.

Charles C. Bell appeals a decision of the Idaho Industrial Commission holding that he willfully made false statements or willfully failed to report material facts for the purpose of obtaining unemployment benefits. Because the Commission’s decision is supported by substantial and competent evidence, we affirm.

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FACTUAL AND PROCEDURAL . HISTORY

Charles C. Bell was employed by Sears from September 25, 2012, to May 16, 2013. During that period, Bell regularly filed for unemployment benefits with the Idaho Department of Labor (“DOL”). He received benefits for each week beginning…