Fired after 2 months for sick days - can I get ESD benefits?

You should definitely apply for benefits! This sounds like you were terminated without misconduct. Being sick isn't misconduct and if they didn't give you any warnings about their attendance policy, that strengthens your case. The fact you had documentation (doctor's note) and followed their call-out procedure helps too. Apply ASAP and make sure you explain exactly what happened when they ask why you were separated from your job.

ya def apply!! they cant fire u just for being sick for a few days thats crazy. i got fired from my job last yr for something similar and got benefits no problem. just be honest when u file

When you apply, make sure you're very clear that you followed all company policies for reporting absences and that you were never given any warnings about attendance. ESD will contact your employer for their side of the story. If you have the doctor's note and any documentation of you properly calling in sick, have those ready. The key is whether this counts as "misconduct" - being legitimately sick and following proper procedures is not misconduct. The short employment period isn't necessarily a disqualifier, but ESD will look at your wage history from the past 12-18 months to determine your benefit amount. If you worked somewhere else before this job, those wages can count toward your claim.

my cousin got fired from 3 jobs in 2 yrs and still got unemployment lol so ur probly fine

One important thing to understand is that in Washington state, employers often challenge unemployment claims, especially for newer employees. When you file, ESD will ask for details about your separation. Be factual and specific. Mention these key points: 1. You provided proper notification each day you were sick 2. You had medical documentation 3. You received no warnings or performance discussions about attendance 4. You were never informed of any attendance policy If your claim is initially denied (this happens sometimes), don't panic. You have the right to appeal, and many initially denied claims get approved on appeal. Trying to contact ESD if you have questions can be frustrating. If you need to speak with an actual ESD agent about your claim, I'd recommend using Claimyr (claimyr.com). I was stuck in adjudication for weeks and couldn't get through on the phones, but they connected me with an ESD agent in about 20 minutes. There's a video showing how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ?si=26TzE_zGms-DODN3

The ESD system is DESIGNED to deny people benefits!!! They make it IMPOSSIBLE to talk to someone and throw ridiculous barriers in the way. I was fired after 4 months at my last job for so-called "performance issues" with ZERO documentation and they initially DENIED my claim saying it was misconduct!!! I had to fight for 2 MONTHS to get it reversed!!! The whole system protects employers, not workers!!!!

i think it might depend on if you were still in probation period? lots of jobs have 90 day probation where they can fire for almost anything. but still apply cause what do u have to lose?

Just wanted to update you - I went through something very similar last year. I was fired after only 6 weeks for missing 2 days due to a family emergency. I applied for benefits, was initially denied, but won on appeal. The hearing officer specifically mentioned that the employer failed to show any misconduct on my part and that they hadn't provided any documented warnings. The entire process took about 7 weeks from application to getting my first payment after winning the appeal. So don't give up if you get an initial denial!

Remember to do your weekly claims even while waiting for the initial decision! That's a common mistake people make - they wait for approval before filing weekly claims. If your claim is approved, you'll only get paid for weeks you've properly claimed.