Filing for Unemployment After Being Fired: What You Need to Know
Fired and wondering about unemployment? Learn how to file and how it interacts with legal claims.
Eligibility Basics
You must have worked for a minimum period, lost your job through no fault of your own, and be able and available to work. Being fired does not automatically disqualify you unless it was for willful misconduct.
How to File
File as soon as possible online, by phone, or in person. Provide employment history, employer contact information, and separation reason. Be honest and accurate.
When Your Employer Contests
You may need to participate in a hearing. Documentation of your termination is valuable. If you prevail, the employer's statements can become evidence in future legal proceedings.
Unemployment and Legal Claims
Filing for unemployment does not prevent pursuing a wrongful termination lawsuit. The process can actually help your case. Consult an attorney early to coordinate strategies.
Think You Have a Case?
This article is for informational purposes. For advice specific to your situation, speak with an experienced employment attorney at no cost.
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