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    Feeling Miscellaneous Planning

    I was a driver for an Amazon Delivery Service Partner (DSP) in Michigan for three years until I was let go in April due to an "unscheduled stop". I stopped at a gas station to use the restroom after my route, but my employer claimed I was away for too long. My unemployment claim was denied, and I had a telephone hearing scheduled for August 10. However, an hour before the hearing, I received an automated call saying it was canceled. I found out from the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) that my former employer requested to reschedule because their HR rep was on maternity leave. Now, I received a letter stating the Appeals Commission canceled my hearing because my former employer is trying to transfer my case to a higher court, which could take months. I've already burned through my savings, and I'm facing eviction. I have evidence proving my case, including GPS records and affidavits from coworkers, but it feels like my former employer is fighting dirty. I suspect retaliation for an argument I had with the DSP owner over unsafe demands. I reached out to the unemployment advocate's office, but they can't assist until a new hearing is scheduled. I'm really stressed about the possibility of being homeless if this drags on.

    Company: Amazon Delivery Service Partner

    Job title: Driver

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    Feeling Miscellaneous Planning Thinking

    I was a delivery driver for an Amazon DSP in Michigan for three years until I was fired in April. My termination was based on claims of time card fraud, stating I made two unplanned stops on my way back from my route, including a 32-minute stop at a gas station. However, I only stopped once to refuel and use the restroom, and my Google Maps timeline shows I was there for only 18 minutes. I didn't take any of my paid breaks that day, which I could have used while at the gas station. I appealed the decision by providing evidence from my Google Maps timeline and a detailed account of my drive back, but my claim was denied again. Now, I'm waiting for a telephone hearing to discuss my case. I feel like the appeal reviewer didn't fully consider the information I submitted and just sided with my employer. On the day of the incident, the Amazon warehouse was two hours late preparing our packages, causing many drivers to return late. I managed to finish my route without taking breaks, but I had to wait in line at the station, which added 20-30 minutes to my return time. My termination letter claimed I took 1 hour and 10 minutes from my last stop to when I punched out, but that doesn't account for the time spent getting gas, cleaning the van, and waiting behind other drivers. I'm looking for advice on how to effectively prove that I was doing my job properly during this hearing.

    Company: Amazon

    Job title: Delivery Driver

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