Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency Update

As part of the Saunders v. UIA class action lawsuit, Judge Brock Swartzle of the Michigan Court of Claims approved an order temporarily stopping UIA from collecting on certain restitution owed to the agency. The pause, affecting claims going back to March 1, 2020, was in place until the judge signed off on a $55 million settlement in the case. Under the agreement, UIA is resuming collections and agreed to refrain from collecting any overpayments until all protest or appeal rights have been exhausted.  These payments will resume September 29, 2025.  

Please see the following links the UIA which may be helpful for any members who are affected:

Coaching sessions are available from UIA to explain what you need to know about the UIA notice on overpayment of benefits. Sign up for the Tuesday, Sept. 30 or Wednesday, Oct. 1 sessions.

See an overpayment collections FAQ

Unemployment Insurance is a government social safety net administered by the UIA under the direction of The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity.  Being that this program is administered by the government and not a contractually bargained benefit, UAW representatives cannot affect issues with unemployment.  For units with employer filed claims, contact (866) 500-0017 and press option 2 for EFC.  For units without EFC, contact (866) 500-0017 and press option 1.