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CHARLES T. REYNOLDS Appellant
vs.
UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE APPEAL BOARD and KENT-SUSSEX INDUSTRIES INC. Appellee.
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Issues:
Unemployment benefits, alcohol, policy and procedure.
Case Summary:
Charles Reynolds appeals a state review board's decision to reject his application for unemployment benefits. Reynolds was fired by his employer for reporting to work under the influence of alcohol.
Decision of lower jurisdiction:
The Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board denied Reynolds claim for benefits. The board ruled that Reynolds was aware of his employer's drug free policy. The court noted that Reynolds had violated the policy on several occasions. Reynolds now appeals.
Outcome:
Reynolds loses. The Superior Court of Delaware affirmed the board's decision. The court ruled that Reynolds was terminated for just cause and was not eligible for unemployment benefits.