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End-to-End Unemployment Defense

From Claim to
Resolution

USC replaces fragmented internal processes with a single operating infrastructure — covering every step from initial claim intake through hearing defense, compliance monitoring, and outcome reporting.

1
Intake & Onboarding
2
Claim Lifecycle
3
Hearings & Appeals
4
Platform & Reporting
5
Outcomes
Phase 01 — Intake & Onboarding

Getting Your Organization Operational in Days

USC deploys rapidly with a structured onboarding process. We intake your employer data, configure your portal access, map your EIN structure, and begin processing claims — typically within days, not months.

USC Onboarding Console
Employer Data Integration
FEIN mapping, state accounts linked
Complete
HRIS / Payroll Integration
Data feed configured and verified
Complete
Portal User Access Setup
Admin & reviewer roles being provisioned
In Progress
Claim Processing Live
Active management begins
Queued
Onboarding Progress60%
01
Discovery & Scope
We assess your current unemployment spend, claim volume, jurisdictions, EIN structures, and existing processes to scope the engagement.
Day 1–3
02
Data & Systems Integration
USC connects to your HRIS, payroll systems, and state agency accounts to establish automated data flows and claim routing.
Day 3–7
03
Team & Portal Provisioning
Your HR and legal stakeholders receive portal access with defined roles. USC assigns dedicated account management and hearing specialists.
Day 5–10
04
Policy & Response Rules
We configure response protocols, separation code mappings, and escalation rules aligned to your company policy and legal guidance.
Day 7–12
05
Go-Live & Parallel Run
USC activates claim intake. During transition, we run parallel reviews to validate data accuracy and ensure zero claim falls through.
Day 10–14
06
Full Operating Mode
USC owns and manages all claims activity, hearings scheduling, compliance monitoring, and reporting. You have full visibility at all times.
Day 14+
Phase 02 — Claim Lifecycle

Every Claim. Every State. Every Step.

When a claim is filed, USC's operating infrastructure activates automatically — triaging, researching, responding, and tracking through resolution without burdening your internal team.

Claim Received
Automated Claim Intake & Triage
USC receives the claim notice directly from the state agency or via your state account. The system immediately categorizes by claim type, jurisdiction, deadline, and risk level.
Same-day intake Auto-deadline tracking Risk scoring
Research & Review
Separation Review & Evidence Gathering
USC works directly with your HR and legal team to review the separation details, gather documentation, and assess the merits. We flag potential issues before responses are drafted.
Document collection Separation analysis Merit assessment
Protest & Response
Professionally Drafted State Responses
USC prepares and submits state-specific responses within all required deadlines. Responses are tailored to applicable statutes, state precedent, and the specific facts of each separation.
State-specific drafting Deadline-guaranteed Legal review included
Hearing Defense
Professional Representation at Hearings
If a hearing is scheduled, USC's trained representatives appear on your behalf — in-person, telephonic, or video — fully prepared with a case strategy, witness coordination, and documentation package.
All 52 jurisdictions 87%+ win rate Full prep included
Resolved
Determination, Appeals & Closure
USC monitors all determination outcomes, files appeals when warranted, tracks benefit charges, and updates your cost exposure reports — closing the loop on every claim with full documentation.
Charge monitoring Appeals filed Full audit trail
Claim Activity Live
Claims This Month 1,247
Responded On-Time 100%
Avg. Response Time 18 hrs
Appeals Filed 94
Charges Avoided $412K
Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
Claim Outcomes
Denied / Employer Wins 68%
Overturned on Appeal 14%
Benefits Allowed 18%
Phase 03 — Hearings & Appeals

Professional Representation. Every Jurisdiction.

When a claim reaches the hearing stage, USC's trained advocates take the lead — preparing the case, coordinating witnesses, and appearing on your behalf across all 52 U.S. jurisdictions.

1
Hearing Notice & Scheduling
USC receives and logs the hearing notice, calendars the date, and immediately begins pre-hearing preparation — including document assembly and witness identification.
2
Employer Coordination & Witness Prep
We work with your HR team to identify the right witnesses, conduct prep sessions, and ensure all documentation is organized and ready to present.
3
Live Representation & Examination
USC's advocates conduct opening statements, direct and cross-examination, and closing arguments — applying jurisdiction-specific strategy to maximize the probability of a favorable outcome.
4
Post-Hearing Appeals & Follow-Up
If a determination is adverse, USC evaluates the merits of appeal, files the appeal within required timeframes, and continues representation through the appeals process.
USC Hearing Win Rate
87%+
Across all jurisdictions, all industries
$1B+
In Employer Liability Avoided Since 1976
52
Jurisdictions covered
17,500+
Claims Managed Annually
100%
On-time appearances
Representation Formats
In-Person Hearings Available
Telephonic Hearings Nationwide
Video / Remote Hearings Nationwide
Board of Review Appeals Available
Phase 04 — Platform & Reporting

Full Visibility. Zero Guesswork.

The USC Employer Portal gives your team real-time access to every claim, hearing, outcome, and charge — with analytics that surface risk before it becomes cost.

Real-Time Dashboards
Live views of open claims, upcoming hearings, recent determinations, and FUTA cost exposure by EIN and jurisdiction.
Charge Forecasting
Predictive models estimate upcoming benefit charge exposure, helping finance teams plan and budget FUTA/SUTA liability.
Compliance Calendar
All deadlines, hearing dates, and charge protest windows are tracked and flagged — with automated escalations when action is required.
HRIS Integrations
Bi-directional data exchange with major HRIS and payroll platforms eliminates manual data entry and ensures accuracy across systems.
Audit-Ready Records
Every claim action, document, response, and outcome is stored with full timestamping — ready for state audits, legal holds, or internal review.
Exportable Reports
Generate executive-ready reports on claim outcomes, savings realized, SUTA rate impact, and year-over-year trends — on demand, in minutes.
USC Employer Portal
Dashboard
Claims
Hearings
Reports
Open Claims
247
▲ 12 this week
Win Rate
87%
▲ 3% vs prior
Saved YTD
$2.1M
▲ on track
Claimant State Due Status
J. Martinez CA Apr 14 Response Due
T. Washington TX Apr 12 Defended
A. Patel NY Apr 18 Hearing Set
R. Johnson FL Apr 10 Defended
S. Chen IL Apr 20 In Review
Phase 05 — Outcomes & Results

What USC Delivers for Employers

The operating infrastructure that replaces inefficiency with measurable outcomes across every jurisdiction and every claim type.

80–92%
Hearing Win Rate Across All Jurisdictions
$1.8B+
Total Charges Defended Since Inception
52
U.S. Jurisdictions Covered Nationwide
10K+
Claims Managed Monthly

USC's representation capability across all 52 U.S. jurisdictions removed the single biggest operational headache we had. Our internal team can finally focus on policy, not paperwork.

KR
Karen R.
VP HR Operations · National Retail Chain
Annual Savings $1.2M

The platform gives our finance team a level of visibility we never had before — we can see charge exposure, hearing outcomes, and projected SUTA impact in real time.

MS
Michael S.
CFO · Logistics & Distribution Group
SUTA Rate Reduction 2.1%

Going from a 41% hearing win rate internally to 89% with USC in the first year was transformative. The discipline and preparation they bring to every hearing is on another level.

JT
James T.
Director of Labor Relations · Healthcare System
Hearing Win Rate 89%
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See USC Operating in Your
Organization

Request a consultation and our team will walk through your current claim volume, exposure, and what a USC engagement would look like for your organization.

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