Why was this letter sent to me?
This letter was sent to inform you that records show that an individual who has applied for Unemployment Insurance benefits was employed with you. The claimant, however, has indicated that he or she did not work for you. This correspondence serves to allow you to confirm or deny the claimant’s employment with you.
What does this letter mean?
This letter means that department records show that you employed an individual who has applied for Unemployment Insurance benefits. This letter allows you to confirm or deny the employment of the individual.
What do I do next?
You should respond to this notice in order to maintain your right to protest any possible benefit charges assigned to you. You can respond through your online Employer account at www.dws.state.nm.us by searching for this claimant and updating wages. You can also fill out and return the written request to the New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions by mail or fax.
Where am I in the claims or tax process?
You are being provided the opportunity to avoid benefit charges if you did not employ the claimant during the base period.
Who should I contact if I have any questions?
You can access your employer account online as well as other claims and tax information at www.dws.state.nm.us.
You can also contact a Customer Service Agent in the Unemployment Insurance Operations Center at 1-877-664-6984, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.