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Michigan Unemployment
I was overpaid benefits by the State. I now have a job and they want it back. I can’t afford to make the payments. They stated they will take my future returns which is fine. What else can they do? I went from $67,000 a year to $30,000. Everyone wants money. I just took any job to stay afloat.
Asked on June 10, 2009 under Employment Labor Law, Michigan
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Under the circumstances I doubt that there will be any further action against you. Having you make restitution is really all they want here. Absent other facts that you have not disclosed there could be criminal action taken but doubtful unless a large amount of money was involved or the fraud continued for an extended period of time.
You can consult with an attorney in your area just to be sure.
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