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Michigan UIA to modernize computer systems in effort to ‘streamline’ claims processing
Read full article: Michigan UIA to modernize computer systems in effort to ‘streamline’ claims processingIn an effort to help “streamline” the processing of claims, the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency will receive a new computer system within the next few years.
Michigan lawmakers question unemployment director after $8.5B paid in fraudulent COVID unemployment claims
Read full article: Michigan lawmakers question unemployment director after $8.5B paid in fraudulent COVID unemployment claimsMichigan’s new director of the unemployment office was questioned by lawmakers on Thursday.
Michigan paid $8.5B in fraudulent COVID unemployment claims
Read full article: Michigan paid $8.5B in fraudulent COVID unemployment claimsMichigan likely paid about $8.5 billion in fraudulent unemployment benefits over a 19-month period during the coronavirus pandemic, far more than previously estimated, according to a report released by the state.
Audit: Effort to speed unemployment payments exposed system to fraud
Read full article: Audit: Effort to speed unemployment payments exposed system to fraudLANSING, Mich. – An audit to address issues at the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) found that shortcuts used to expedite payments left the agency vulnerable to fraud in hundreds of millions of dollars. The audit done by Deloitte cited multiple actions taken that caused problems. Michigan officials are warning residents of an email scam that is attempting to retrieve personal information from individuals collecting unemployment benefits. According to Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, an email is being sent to claimants seeking personal information. The email is being sent from a Gmail account that appears to be from the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) -- it is not.
Michigan taps Deloitte to expand unemployment capacity, identify fraud
Read full article: Michigan taps Deloitte to expand unemployment capacity, identify fraudThe state of Michigan has brought on Deloitte to help sort out issues with unemployment during the coronavirus pandemic. The state says Deloitte will assist the Unemployment Insurance Agency (UIA) with financial operations, investigations into imposter claims, and a forensic review to help in identifying fraudulent activity that can be quickly turned over to law enforcement for prosecution. “As the UIA works to improve its systems to enhance customer service, data transparency, payment systems and fraud prevention, we’re glad to have Deloitte on our team,” said UIA Director Steve Gray. “The Deloitte team’s skills and experience help us protect Michiganders and provide unemployment benefits to our working families.”Deloitte will also bring additional capacity to help the state identify potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities and take action to mitigate identified risks. “Consistent with our commitment to our clients and our communities, Deloitte is pleased to bring our deep understanding of unemployment insurance systems and our broad capabilities in cybersecurity and forensic assessment to support the State of Michigan’s efforts to protect the integrity of their complex systems,” said David Parent, Michigan Managing Principal, Deloitte LLP.