Can I get unemployment if I was fired from my job in Washington?

Yes, you can still get unemployment if you were fired, but it depends on the reason. Washington ESD will look at whether it was misconduct or not. Attendance issues can be tricky - if you had legitimate reasons and documented them, you might have a case. You'll need to file your claim and explain your side of the story.

Filed after getting fired for similar reasons last year. Washington ESD approved my claim but it took about 3 weeks for adjudication. They interviewed both me and my employer to get the full story. Be honest about everything when you file.

The key is whether Washington ESD considers it 'misconduct connected with work.' Simple attendance issues usually aren't misconduct if you had legitimate reasons. However, if they claim you were repeatedly late without valid reasons, that could be different. Make sure you file your claim ASAP - don't wait.

I've been trying to reach Washington ESD for weeks about my own claim status and can never get through their phone lines. If you need to talk to someone there, I recently discovered Claimyr (claimyr.com) which helps you actually reach an agent. They have a demo video at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ that shows how it works. Saved me hours of calling.

ugh this is exactly what im worried about... got fired from retail last month for being 'unreliable' but my manager was totally unreasonable about scheduling. scared to even file because what if they deny me and then I have nothing??

The Washington ESD system is so broken. They approve people who quit for no reason but deny hardworking people who had legitimate issues. Makes no sense.

When you file, make sure to be very detailed about the circumstances. Don't just say 'attendance issues' - explain exactly what happened, when, and why. The more context you provide, the better.

same thing happened to my brother - fired for attendance but got approved because he could prove the absences were legitimate medical issues. key is having documentation

I was fired from my last job for 'performance issues' but it was really just that my supervisor didn't like me. Still got unemployment because I could show I was meeting all the actual job requirements. Sometimes employers use vague reasons when they fire people.

The adjudication process can be nerve-wracking but just be patient. I used Claimyr to finally get through to an agent when my claim was taking forever, and they explained exactly what was happening with my case. Really helped ease my anxiety about the whole process.

Make sure you're looking for work while your claim is being processed. Washington ESD requires job search activities even during adjudication periods. Don't want to get caught off guard by that requirement.

Quick question - do you have to pay back unemployment if you get a job before the claim is fully processed? Just wondering about the timing.

Your situation sounds very similar to what I went through. Fired for attendance but had medical documentation for most absences. Washington ESD approved my claim after about 3 weeks of adjudication. The key was providing all the documentation upfront when I filed.

honestly the whole system is confusing but at least you can appeal if they deny you initially. my cousin had to go through the appeal process but eventually got approved

I'm dealing with something similar right now. Been waiting 5 weeks for my adjudication decision and getting really anxious. Finally broke down and used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier to get through to an agent. They confirmed my case is progressing normally, just backed up due to high volume.

File ASAP and be completely honest about everything. Washington ESD investigates these things thoroughly so any inconsistencies will hurt your case. If you were fired for attendance but had legitimate reasons, you should be fine.

Just want to add that even if your claim gets approved, your former employer might still contest it. That can delay your benefits but doesn't necessarily mean you won't get them. Stay patient and keep filing your weekly claims.

Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you have a solid case with the documentation you mentioned. The process can be stressful but Washington ESD is generally fair when people have legitimate reasons for their job separation.