Can you get unemployment if you were fired for attendance in Washington ESD?

You can definitely file, but whether you'll get approved depends on the specific circumstances. Washington ESD will look at whether your attendance issues were within your control. Car trouble and childcare are considered external factors, so you might have a case. Did you communicate with your employer about these issues beforehand?

same thing happened to my cousin, she got fired for attendance but still got UI benefits because it was medical related. you should definitely apply, worst case they deny it and you can appeal

You can still apply for unemployment benefits even if you were fired for attendance. Washington ESD will review your case to determine if your termination was due to misconduct or not. Attendance issues don't automatically disqualify you - it depends on the specific circumstances and whether your employer can prove willful misconduct.

I was fired for attendance issues last year and still got my benefits approved. The key is that you need to file your claim right away and be honest about the reason for your termination. Washington ESD will likely put your claim into adjudication to investigate both sides.

I had success getting through to Washington ESD using a service called Claimyr when I was dealing with a similar misconduct determination. They help you actually reach an agent instead of getting stuck in that endless phone loop. Check out claimyr.com - they have a demo video at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ that shows exactly how it works. Really helped me explain my situation properly.

If you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD to check on your claim status or get answers about the adjudication process, I recently discovered a service called Claimyr that helps people get through to ESD agents by phone. They handle the calling and waiting for you - check out claimyr.com. There's even a demo video at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ that shows how it works.

The key thing Washington ESD looks at is whether the attendance issues constitute 'misconduct.' If you were genuinely trying to get to work but had legitimate obstacles, that's different from just not showing up. Document everything - repair receipts, childcare communications, any medical appointments, etc.

ATTENDANCE FIRINGS ARE THE WORST! I got canned for being late 3 times in 6 months because of bus delays. Washington ESD initially denied me but I appealed and won. The system is so backwards - they expect you to control everything perfectly.

ATTENDANCE ISSUES ARE STILL MISCONDUCT! The system is rigged against workers. They'll find any excuse to deny your claim and save money. I got denied for being 5 minutes late too many times even though I had good reasons.

Health issues definitely matter in these cases. If you had legitimate medical reasons for your attendance problems, make sure to document that when you file your claim. Washington ESD should consider those circumstances.

One important thing - make sure you're honest about the circumstances when you file. Washington ESD will contact your employer, so if there are discrepancies between your story and theirs, it could hurt your case. But legitimate reasons like transportation and childcare issues are often considered qualifying circumstances.

my friend got fired for attendance and still got unemployment so its definitely possible. just apply and see what happens, worst they can do is say no

also don't forget to keep filing your weekly claims even if you're in adjudication. I made that mistake and lost like 3 weeks of benefits

If you do end up needing to speak with Washington ESD about your case, I can't recommend Claimyr enough. When I was dealing with my attendance-related denial, I spent weeks trying to get through their regular phone lines. Claimyr got me connected to an actual person who could review my case details and explain exactly what documentation they needed.

One important thing to remember - if Washington ESD initially denies your claim, you have the right to appeal that decision. Many people don't realize they can fight a denial, especially in cases involving attendance issues where the circumstances matter.

Another consideration - if Washington ESD determines it was misconduct, you might be disqualified for a certain number of weeks rather than permanently. The severity of the attendance issues matters. Missing work without notice repeatedly is treated differently than being late due to documented transportation problems.

Wait, how do you even start the filing process? I've been putting it off because the Washington ESD website is confusing and I'm worried I'll mess something up.

Update: I filed my claim yesterday and it's showing as 'pending' with a note about adjudication. I guess now I wait and see what happens. Thanks everyone for the advice about documenting everything.

I'm dealing with something similar right now. Filed my claim two weeks ago after being terminated for attendance and it's still in adjudication. The waiting is killing me financially.

The important thing is that attendance issues fall into a gray area. It's not automatically misconduct like stealing or violence would be. Washington ESD has to prove you were willfully violating policy, not just having problems getting to work.

Also worth noting that even if you're approved for benefits, your former employer might appeal the decision. That's pretty common in attendance-related cases, so don't be surprised if that happens.

whatever you do dont lie about why you were fired. washington esd will find out anyway and then you'll be in much worse trouble for fraud

adjudication for attendance stuff usually takes 3-4 weeks in my experience. they have to contact your employer and review everything

When you file your claim, you'll need to provide your employer's information and details about your termination. Washington ESD will contact your employer for their side of the story, so make sure your version is accurate and complete.

I had a coworker who got fired for attendance issues and was initially denied unemployment. She appealed and won because she could prove her absences were due to a family emergency that wasn't covered under FMLA. Don't give up if you get an initial denial.

If anyone needs help getting through to Washington ESD during this process, seriously consider using Claimyr. I was skeptical at first but it saved me so much frustration trying to get updates on my adjudication status.

Remember that Washington ESD looks at the totality of circumstances in attendance cases. Factors like whether you had transportation issues, health problems, childcare emergencies, or other legitimate reasons all matter in their determination.

Bottom line - file your claim ASAP. Every week you wait is a week of potential benefits you're losing. Even if there's uncertainty about your eligibility, it's better to apply and find out than assume you can't get benefits.

Just wanted to add that if you do get approved for benefits, make sure you understand the job search requirements. You'll need to log your job search activities and may need to register with WorkSource Washington.

been through this whole process myself and the most important thing is patience. the adjudication can take forever but keep filing your weekly claims and eventually you'll get an answer

For anyone still struggling to get through to Washington ESD for updates or questions, I can't recommend Claimyr enough. The service connects you directly with ESD agents without the endless hold times. Worth checking out at claimyr.com if you're at your wit's end with the phone system.

Update us when you hear back from Washington ESD! These threads are so helpful for people going through similar situations. Wishing you the best with your claim.

If you need to follow up on your adjudication status or provide additional documentation, definitely consider using Claimyr to get through to someone. During my case, I had to clarify some details about my attendance issues and having a real conversation with an ESD agent made all the difference.

Just want to say this thread has been super helpful. I'm in a similar situation with a firing for attendance and was afraid to even apply. Good to know there's hope.

For anyone else reading this thread, remember that each attendance case is unique. Factors like: length of employment, previous attendance record, communication with employer, reasons for absences, and efforts to resolve issues all play a role in Washington ESD's determination.

One more thing - if you do get denied initially, DON'T GIVE UP! The appeal process exists for a reason and attendance cases are often overturned when you can present your full story to a hearing officer.

Final thought: while you're waiting for your adjudication decision, make sure you're actively job searching and keeping records. Washington ESD requires job search activities and you'll need to report them on your weekly claims.

Really glad this thread helped so many people! Remember, if you need to speak with Washington ESD about your specific situation, services like Claimyr can save you hours of frustration trying to get through their phone system. The demo video at https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ shows exactly how it works - super straightforward.

good luck with your claim! keep us updated on how it goes

This whole thread convinced me to finally file my own claim. Been putting it off for weeks but reading everyone's experiences gave me the confidence to try.