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What disqualifies you from unemployment in California?

What disqualifies you from unemployment in California?

“An individual is disqualified for unemployment compensation benefits if the director finds that he or she left his or her most recent work voluntarily without good cause or that he or she has been discharged for misconduct connected with his or her most recent work.”

Can you be denied unemployment if you are fired?

In general, unemployment benefit programs provide temporary income to people who are out of work due to no fault of their own. If someone was fired due to misconduct or violation of company policy, they might be ineligible to collect unemployment.

Will I be eligible for unemployment benefits in California if I was fired from my job?

Under the law of every state, employees are eligible for unemployment if they are out of work through no fault of their own. If you are fired for misconduct, you won’t be eligible for benefits. However, if you are fired for simply being a poor fit or lacking the skills for the job, that’s not misconduct.

What are reasons for termination?

Acceptable Reasons for Termination

  • Incompetence, including lack of productivity or poor quality of work.
  • Insubordination and related issues such as dishonesty or breaking company rules.
  • Attendance issues, such as frequent absences or chronic tardiness.
  • Theft or other criminal behavior including revealing trade secrets.

How do you know if unemployment is denied?

Non-monetary documents will state: This notice is a determination on eligibility for unemployment benefits. The non-monetary documents will contain a summary of the specific issue addressed by that document. If you are denied benefits, the document will clearly state the week or weeks that you’re not eligible.

Does Edd contact your previous employer?

The EDD and employers work together to prevent fraudulent claims. When someone files an Unemployment Insurance (UI) claim, we ask for identifying information. We notify the last employer, former employers and current employers when a claim is filed.

How do I know if my EDD claim was approved?

You can also check on the status of your unemployment claim through the EDD’s automated, self-service telephone system at 1-866-333-4606. This phone line is open 24 hours a day.

How long does it take for EDD to approve certification?

Note: If you submitted your certification by mail and/or requested your benefit payments by check, allow 10 days for processing. If it has been more than 10 days since you submitted your certifications, Contact UI.