{Your Name}
{Your Address}
{Your Phone #}
{Your Case #}
{Date}
To Whom It May Concern:
My name is {Name} and my case number is {number}. On {date}, I was denied unemployment benefits. I would like to appeal this decision based on extreme financial need and extenuating circumstances.
On {date}, I lost my job due to {reason}. Although you state that {reason for denial}, I would like to extend proof that my circumstances are currently otherwise. {Description of error in their assessment or extenuating circumstances that should make you eligible for benefits}.
Thank you for your consideration. I would like to schedule a hearing at your earliest convenience.
Thank you,
{Sender Name}
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