Unemployment After Being Fired in Maryland
Whether you can collect unemployment in Maryland after being fired, what counts as misconduct, and how to appeal a denial.
Short answer: Maryland has three levels of misconduct. Ordinary misconduct leads to a disqualification of 10 to 15 weeks, set by how serious it was. Md. Code, Labor and Employment §§ 8-1002, 8-1003
| If you were fired | Maryland has three levels of misconduct. Ordinary misconduct leads to a disqualification of 10 to 15 weeks, set by how serious it was. Gross misconduct (deliberate and willful disregard of the standards an employer can rightfully expect, or repeated rule violations showing a regular and wanton disregard of your obligations) disqualifies you until you are rehired and earn at least 25 times your weekly benefit amount. Aggravated misconduct is treated separately and more strictly. |
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| Appealing a denial | You normally have 15 days after the mailing date of a benefit determination to appeal; a hearing examiner may extend this for good cause. Appeal in BEACON, by fax to (410) 225-9781, by email to UILowerAppeals.Labor@maryland.gov, or by mail to the Lower Appeals Division. Include your name, the last four digits of your Social Security number, the determination date and why you disagree. Keep filing weekly certifications while you wait. |
Where to get help in Maryland
More Maryland unemployment benefits
- Logging In to Your Maryland Unemployment Claim
- Unemployment for Self-Employed and Gig Workers in Maryland
- Unemployment After Quitting in Maryland
- How Much Unemployment Pays in Maryland
- How to File for Unemployment in Maryland
- All Maryland unemployment benefits rules
FAQ
Can you get unemployment if you were fired in Maryland?
Maryland has three levels of misconduct. Ordinary misconduct leads to a disqualification of 10 to 15 weeks, set by how serious it was. Gross misconduct (deliberate and willful disregard of the standards an employer can rightfully expect, or repeated rule violations showing a regular and wanton disregard of your obligations) disqualifies you until you are rehired and earn at least 25 times your weekly benefit amount. Aggravated misconduct is treated separately and more strictly.
How do I appeal an unemployment denial in Maryland?
You normally have 15 days after the mailing date of a benefit determination to appeal; a hearing examiner may extend this for good cause. Appeal in BEACON, by fax to (410) 225-9781, by email to UILowerAppeals.Labor@maryland.gov, or by mail to the Lower Appeals Division. Include your name, the last four digits of your Social Security number, the determination date and why you disagree. Keep filing weekly certifications while you wait.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.