by Dave
(Hagerstown, Maryland Unemployment Benefits)
I recently worked for the state of Maryland for 5 years. Over the course of the 5 years, my anxiety and stress levels began to elevate. I was constantly exposed to disease, rough conditions and threats against my personal safety and the safety of my family. (Correctional Environment) I became so stressed from working in that environment that I ended seeing my doctor numerous times over the course of my 5 year employment for anxiety/stress issues related to the work place. During all of my doctor visits, he placed me off of work for a few days each time. (even prescribing medication to assist with anxiety and stress) As I neared my 5 years of employment, I decided that continuing to work in that atmosphere was no longer worth constant strain of stress and personal anxiety. I followed proper procedure and provided work with a 2 week notification. (I never provided HR with the reason for leaving, only provided the notice) I recently filed for UI benefits and was denied. I appealed, and just recently had my telephone interview. (Note: The employer NEVER showed up and the referee stated that we would proceed without the employer)I informed her that I voluntarily left employment due to psychological and stress/related issues) She interrupted me and told me that she would need documentation from my doctor stating that he put me off of work for the stated reasons. (she gave me 10 days to fax in this information) I contacted my doctor and they told me that they wouldn't fax my personal file over due to HIPPA regulations, but, they WOULD fax over a letter stating that I was seen in the office numerous time for "work related stress/anxiety" issues. My question(s) to you are simple ones..1: What are my chances of winning this appeal and having them rule in my favor to start collecting unemployment benefits) 2: Since I've already initially been denied, how often does Maryland reverse their initial denial of benefits ruling, and rule in favor
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