Can I get unemployment benefits if I am wrongfully terminated?

Yes, you may be eligible to receive unemployment benefits if you were wrongfully terminated in California. Generally, you qualify for unemployment benefits if you were let go through no fault of your own. Under California law, wrongful termination is considered an exception to the “at-will” employment rule, meaning your employer must have cause to terminate you. If you believe you were wrongfully terminated in California, you must file a claim with the California Employment Development Department (EDD). After you file, your case will undergo a review process. During this process, you will need to provide evidence to show that your employer acted against the law when terminating your employment. If the EDD decides that your termination was indeed wrongful, you will be eligible for unemployment benefits for up to 26 weeks. During this time, the EDD will provide you with a weekly claim amount to help you financially. Your employer may dispute your claim and argue they had cause to terminate your employment. In this case, the EDD will investigate and make a final decision on your case. If they find that your termination was indeed wrongful, you will be eligible to receive unemployment benefits.

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