Collecting Unemployment Benefits

One issue that comes up when an employee is terminated is whether or not they can collect unemployment benefits. In California, the standard as to whether or not you can file for unemployment benefits is actually a pretty employee-friendly standard that relates to whether or not you engaged in misconduct while at work. That standard is going to be read rather narrowly. Just because you were terminated from your employment doesn’t mean that you’re not entitled to unemployment benefits.

If you’ve been terminated, especially if you’ve been terminated for what you believe is unlawful conduct, it’s important for you to still apply for unemployment. If you file for unemployment, I would encourage you to talk to an attorney before you do that.