Got a denial letter for unemployment, what now? after 4 years as a mechanic

My claim was denied after 22 weeks of waiting, and the letter says I have a short window to appeal. I have been trying to stay organised about it. The letter lists a deadline and a hearing process, but it is hard to follow. If you have appealed before, what helped you prepare?

File the appeal before the deadline, even if you are unsure. You can gather documents afterwards. That is the one part I would not wait on.

Legal aid offices and some workforce centres help with unemployment hearings at no cost. A call is worth it.