Can I get unemployment if terminated - Washington ESD eligibility question

You can definitely apply for unemployment even if you were terminated! Washington ESD looks at whether you were fired for 'misconduct' or not. Performance issues usually don't count as misconduct unless you were deliberately doing something wrong or violating company policy. File your claim right away since there's a waiting period.

I went through something similar last year. Filed my claim online and Washington ESD approved it even though I was terminated. The key is being honest on your application about why you were let go. They'll investigate if your employer contests it but most performance-related terminations get approved.

File immediately! I made the mistake of waiting a week thinking I needed to find another job first. You lose benefits for every week you don't file. Washington ESD backdates to when you became unemployed but you still have to file that first claim to start the process.

I've been trying to reach Washington ESD for weeks about my claim status and can never get through on the phone. If you need to talk to someone about your eligibility, I found this service called Claimyr that actually gets you connected to an agent. Check out claimyr.com - they have a demo video at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ that shows how it works. Saved me hours of calling.

DONT LISTEN TO THESE PEOPLE! If you were fired you can't get unemployment period. I was denied when I got terminated and had to appeal it. Washington ESD always sides with the employer first.

I'm a former Washington ESD employee and can confirm that termination for performance issues typically doesn't disqualify you from benefits. The employer has to prove misconduct, which is a high bar. Poor performance, personality conflicts, or not meeting expectations usually don't meet that standard.

make sure you document everything about your termination. save any emails performance reviews etc. washington esd might ask for proof if your employer contests the claim. also start your job search right away because youll need to show youre actively looking for work

I got terminated 6 months ago for attendance issues (had some health problems) and Washington ESD still approved my claim. They look at each case individually. Don't assume you won't qualify just because you were fired.

Just wanted to add that you should file your weekly claims even if your initial claim is under review. Don't wait for approval or you might miss out on benefits for those weeks. Washington ESD can backdate but it's easier if you stay current with your weekly filings.

Washington ESD has gotten better about processing claims since the pandemic but they're still slow sometimes. I used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier when I needed to check on my adjudication status. Much easier than trying to get through their phone system myself.

The worst they can do is deny your claim, and then you can appeal if you disagree with their decision. There's no penalty for applying even if you're not sure you qualify. Better to try and get denied than not try at all.

One thing to remember is that Washington ESD will contact your former employer to get their side of the story. Make sure your version of events is accurate and consistent with what you put in your application. Any major discrepancies could hurt your case.

I've helped several friends navigate Washington ESD claims after termination. The key factors are usually: was it misconduct vs performance, did you have prior warnings, and were company policies clearly communicated. Sounds like your situation should qualify based on what you described.

Don't overthink it too much. I was terminated for 'poor fit' with the team and got approved for benefits no problem. Washington ESD sees these cases all the time and they know the difference between actual misconduct and just not working out at a job.

Update us on how it goes! I'm always curious to hear how these situations turn out. Hoping Washington ESD approves your claim quickly so you can focus on finding something better.