Can u get unemployment if your fired - Washington ESD eligibility question

Yes, you can definitely get unemployment if you were fired, but it depends on WHY you were fired. Washington ESD looks at whether it was misconduct or not. If you were fired for attendance issues, they'll investigate during adjudication to see if it was willful misconduct or circumstances beyond your control.

File your claim ASAP regardless. Even if there's a question about misconduct, Washington ESD will investigate during the adjudication process. You might be eligible if the firing wasn't for willful misconduct. The worst they can do is deny it, but you won't know unless you try.

I had a similar situation where I couldn't reach Washington ESD for weeks to check on my adjudication status. Phone lines are always busy and the online system doesn't give much detail. I ended up using this service called Claimyr (claimyr.com) that gets you through to an actual ESD agent. There's a video demo at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ that shows how it works. Really helped me get answers about my claim status.

THE UNEMPLOYMENT SYSTEM IS BROKEN!! I was fired for bogus reasons and it took 2 MONTHS to get my first payment. Washington ESD makes it impossible to reach them and then acts like we're trying to steal money. It's ridiculous that people who lost their jobs have to jump through all these hoops.

Here's what Washington ESD considers when you're fired: 1) Was it willful misconduct? 2) Did you violate company policy knowingly? 3) Were you given warnings? If your attendance issues were due to circumstances beyond your control (car trouble, family emergency, etc.) and you can document it, you have a good chance of approval.

depends on your state but in washington you can usually get it unless you did something really bad like stealing or fighting

I'm going through something similar right now. Got fired for 'poor performance' but I think it was really because they wanted to hire someone cheaper. My adjudication has been pending for 2 weeks and I'm getting really anxious about it. Has anyone else dealt with performance-related terminations?

For anyone stuck waiting on adjudication decisions, I really recommend checking out that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier. When you can't reach Washington ESD for weeks and don't know what's happening with your claim, it's worth getting connected to an actual agent who can explain the holdup.

Just want to add that even if you get denied initially, you can appeal the decision. I know someone who was denied for attendance issues but won their appeal because they provided medical documentation for why they missed work. Don't give up if the first decision isn't what you hoped for.

One thing to keep in mind - even if your claim is approved, you still need to meet all the ongoing requirements like filing weekly claims, conducting job searches, and being available for work. Getting approved is just the first step in the process.

I was in a similar boat - fired for attendance but it was due to medical issues. The key is documentation. I provided doctor's notes and my adjudication was approved. Washington ESD is actually pretty fair if you can prove your circumstances were legitimate.

honestly just apply and see what happens. worst case they say no and you appeal. best case you get benefits while looking for a new job

Update on my situation - I finally got through to Washington ESD using that Claimyr thing someone mentioned. Turns out my adjudication was complete but they never sent the determination letter. I'm approved! Sometimes you just need to talk to someone who can actually look at your account.

The whole adjudication process is designed to discourage people from claiming benefits they're entitled to. They make it as difficult and slow as possible hoping you'll just give up and find another job. It's a disgrace.

Bottom line for the OP: File your claim immediately. Be honest about the circumstances of your termination. Provide any documentation you have about your car troubles affecting attendance. If it goes to adjudication, be patient but don't hesitate to follow up if it drags on too long. You likely have a decent chance of approval based on what you've described.

One more tip - make sure you have all your employment history ready when you file. Washington ESD will need details about your last 18 months of work, including exact dates, wages, and reason for leaving each job. Having this information organized beforehand will make the application process much smoother.

just remember even if you get approved theres usually a waiting week where you dont get paid for the first week

For anyone following this thread who ends up in adjudication limbo like so many of us have, seriously consider using Claimyr to get actual answers from Washington ESD. I know it shouldn't be necessary, but when you're stressed about bills and can't get through on your own, it's a lifesaver. The peace of mind alone is worth it.

Final thought - don't let the fear of adjudication stop you from filing. Yes, it can be slow and stressful, but unemployment benefits exist for situations exactly like yours. You paid into the system through your paychecks, so don't feel guilty about using it when you need it. File your claim and let Washington ESD make the determination based on the facts.