Unemployment Benefits After Termination

Summary

In Illinois, unemployment benefits are generally for those who are out of work through no fault of their own. Being terminated for violating company policy may disqualify you, but if you can prove the violation was not willful or negligent, you may still be eligible. Consider consulting an employment attorney for personalized advice.

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Can I get unemployment benefits after being terminated for breaking a company policy that everyone else, including supervisors, broke?
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To provide accurate information, I need to know your location as unemployment benefits laws vary by state. Could you please provide that?
Illinois
Hello ****,
In Illinois:
- Unemployment benefits are typically for those who are out of work through no fault of their own.
- Being terminated for violation of company policy may disqualify you.
- However, if you can prove the violation was not willful or negligent, you may be eligible.
Consider contacting an employment attorney for personalized advice.