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I went through this exact same thing with Walmart about 8 months ago when they closed our neighborhood market in Tacoma. They contested my claim even though the entire store was shutting down - like how is that not obviously a layoff?? The adjudication took about 6 weeks but I eventually won and got all my back pay. The key thing that helped me was keeping detailed records of everything - I had my manager's email about the store closure, the official notice they posted, and my severance check stub. Walmart's lawyers are basically playing a numbers game hoping people will give up or make mistakes in their paperwork. Don't let them intimidate you - with your WARN notice and severance documentation, you've got a really solid case. Just stay persistent and keep filing those weekly claims!
This gives me so much hope! I'm dealing with the exact same situation - Walmart distribution center layoff and they're contesting it despite having all the proper documentation. It's reassuring to hear that you won your case and got the back pay. I'm definitely going to look into Claimyr since everyone here seems to have had success with it. The phone system sounds like a complete nightmare and I can't afford to waste weeks trying to get through. Thanks for sharing the details about your timeline - 6 weeks feels manageable knowing there's light at the end of the tunnel.
Reading all these stories about Walmart contesting legitimate layoff claims is both infuriating and oddly comforting - at least I know I'm not alone in this fight. It's clear they have a systematic approach to challenging every claim regardless of the circumstances. I'm in week 4 of adjudication now and the financial stress is really getting to me, but hearing that you and others have successfully fought these contests gives me the motivation to keep going. I've uploaded all my documentation including the WARN notice and severance paperwork, and I'm going to look into Claimyr tomorrow to try to get a status update. This whole experience has really opened my eyes to how these massive corporations treat their former employees - it's shameful but not surprising. Thanks for sharing your timeline and encouragement!
I'm so sorry you're going through this - it's incredibly stressful to have your legitimate claim contested when you're already dealing with job loss. As someone who's been through the Washington ESD system before, I can tell you that having your WARN notice and severance documentation puts you in a very strong position. Large retailers like Walmart have made contesting claims a standard business practice regardless of the actual circumstances - it's purely a cost-saving measure on their end. The adjudication process is frustrating and slow, but Washington ESD adjudicators are generally pretty good at seeing through these automatic contests when you have solid documentation. Make sure to upload everything to your SecureAccess account ASAP and definitely keep filing your weekly claims during the process so you'll get back pay when this gets resolved in your favor. Stay strong and don't let their tactics discourage you from fighting for what you're entitled to!
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This thread has been super helpful! I'm in a similar situation and was stressing about the rules. Sounds like as long as you're honest and don't work full-time hours consistently, you should be fine.
Yeah I feel much better about my situation now. The key seems to be transparency with Washington ESD.
Exactly! They're not trying to trick you, they just need accurate information to calculate benefits correctly.
One thing I'd add is to keep detailed records of your work hours and earnings each week. I use a simple spreadsheet to track everything before I file my weekly claim - makes it so much easier to report accurately. Also, don't forget that holiday pay or bonuses from your part-time job need to be reported too. Washington ESD considers all compensation as earnings, not just your regular hourly wages.
Great advice about keeping detailed records! I've been using my phone's notes app to track everything but a spreadsheet sounds way more organized. Quick question - do tips count as earnings that need to be reported too? My part-time job sometimes has small tips and I want to make sure I'm doing this right.
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I'm in a very similar situation right now! Just had my temp assignment end last week and I've been hesitating to file because I wasn't sure if temp workers qualified. This thread is so helpful - I had no idea that working through a staffing agency still counted as regular employment for UI purposes. I think I've been overthinking this whole thing. My agency has been pretty upfront that they don't have anything immediately available, so it sounds like I should definitely apply rather than just waiting around hoping something opens up. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences, it's really encouraging to hear from people who've successfully filed after temp work!
@Natalie Chen You re'definitely not alone in this confusion! I was in the exact same boat a few months ago - worked through a staffing agency for about 6 months before my assignment ended. Like everyone else has said, as long as you were getting W-2s and they were taking out taxes, you absolutely qualify. Don t'wait any longer to file! The sooner you apply, the sooner your claim can be processed. And honestly, the worst thing that could happen is they say no, but based on what you ve'described, that s'very unlikely. The key is being available and actively searching for work while you wait for your agency to find you something new. Good luck with your application!
I was in almost the exact same situation last year! Worked temp assignments through a staffing agency for about 10 months before things slowed down. I was nervous about filing too, but it turned out to be much easier than I expected. The fact that you worked consistently for 8 months and had taxes taken out means you're definitely eligible. One thing I learned is that Washington ESD actually has pretty good resources on their website about temp worker eligibility - might be worth checking out if you want to read the official guidelines. But honestly, based on everything you've described, you should have no problem getting approved. The hardest part for me was just getting over the initial hesitation to apply!
@Zainab Khalil That s'really encouraging to hear! I think you re'right about the hesitation being the hardest part. I ve'been putting this off for a few days now just because I wasn t'sure, but reading everyone s'experiences here has really helped me understand that temp work through an agency is just regular employment. I m'definitely going to check out those resources on the Washington ESD website too - it s'good to know they have specific information about temp workers. Thanks for mentioning that! It sounds like once you get past the initial uncertainty, the process is actually pretty straightforward. I m'planning to file tonight and hopefully my experience will be just as smooth as yours was.
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I had a very similar experience last year! I accidentally put my wage information from my previous job instead of my most recent one and was terrified it would mess everything up. Like others have mentioned, the messaging system through eServices really is the way to go. I sent a detailed message explaining the error and within 3 business days they had corrected it and sent me a confirmation message. The agent even thanked me for catching the mistake early since it helped prevent any payment delays later on. Don't stress too much - these kinds of honest mistakes happen all the time and ESD has processes in place to handle them efficiently. Just make sure to keep filing your weekly claims while you wait for the correction to be processed!
This whole thread has been so helpful! I'm new to unemployment and was really worried about making mistakes on my application. It's reassuring to see that ESD actually has good processes for handling corrections and that honest mistakes don't automatically result in fraud investigations or major delays. The messaging system through eServices seems to be the consensus best approach. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - it makes navigating this system feel a lot less intimidating for those of us going through it for the first time!
I'm so glad I found this thread! I'm currently dealing with a similar issue where I accidentally entered the wrong employer address on my application. Reading through everyone's experiences, especially Ava's successful resolution, has really put my mind at ease. It sounds like the messaging system through eServices is definitely the way to go. I was about to panic and consider reapplying, but after seeing Zainab's warning about fraud investigations, I'm definitely going to stick with the correction route instead. Thanks to everyone for sharing their experiences - it's incredibly helpful to see that these mistakes are common and that ESD has good processes in place to fix them. I'll send my detailed correction message today and continue filing my weekly claims as recommended. This community is such a lifesaver for navigating the unemployment system!
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anyone else notice that hearings are taking longer since they closed that renton office???? my sister had a hearing in like 3 weeks last year but my cousin waited like 2 months last month for the same type of issue. just saying maybe call your state rep too? my cousin did that and suddenly got a hearing date...
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Hunter Edmunds
•You've raised a good point. The Renton office consolidation in February 2025 did impact scheduling temporarily. However, contacting your state representative can sometimes help with case visibility. Just be prepared to sign a privacy release form so they can inquire about your case. It's not guaranteed to speed things up, but it's another avenue worth trying when you're stuck in extended delays.
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I'm so sorry you're dealing with this - what a nightmare situation! I went through something similar last year when my employer found old unemployment paperwork in my desk and questioned me about it. While they didn't fire me for it, the stress was unreal. A few things that might help while you wait: 1. Document EVERYTHING about your termination - emails, texts, witness statements if coworkers heard anything. The more paper trail you have, the better. 2. If you haven't already, request your personnel file from your employer in writing. They have 21 days to provide it under WA law, and sometimes there are notes in there that contradict their official story. 3. Consider reaching out to WorkSource for free employment law guidance - they have advisors who can help you understand your rights and prep for the hearing. The waiting is absolutely brutal, but based on what you've described, you have a strong case. Being fired for following ESD requirements should definitely qualify as a wrongful denial. Hang in there!
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