Again, thank you so much for this. I was so uninformed before making this thread, thinking not going was a viable option, that I am so glad I came here for advice.
I feel more confident than ever, and plan to attend the hearing. I don't want to get stuck in a position where I have to pay the funds back, or am penalized in some way. The main argument they are bringing forth (which is 100% completely false), is something I am confident I can argue against, because the claim was just made up, with no evidence or proof, because it isn't true.
I felt very vulnerable in the position I was in at that job, for a variety of reason, and, unfortunately, I know cruel intimidation tactics were used against me and I am still kicking myself over not simply leaving the job when I had the chance. Well, I suppose now this is the result of staying.
Thanks again for all the help, and I can say everyone here at this forum has totally changed my mind, and I will go to the hearing. I will be sure to follow what you have said in the post as well, thank you for those tips!
Thank you, very good info I will be following this.

