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I used Claimyr a few months ago when I had questions about my claim status and it was really helpful. Sometimes you just need to talk to an actual person at Washington ESD to get clarity on these complex situations. The automated systems and website can only tell you so much.
I'm definitely going to look into that. I need to understand my options before making any decisions.
Let us know what you find out! I'm sure other people have similar questions.
The bottom line is that Washington ESD takes the 'able and available' requirement seriously. If you're on disability, they're going to assume you're not available for work unless you can prove otherwise with medical documentation. Better to be safe than sorry with overpayments.
Agreed. I think I'm going to wait until I'm fully cleared and then apply for UI benefits. The risk isn't worth it.
Smart choice. The peace of mind is worth more than trying to squeeze a few extra weeks of benefits.
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This thread has been so helpful! I was going to make the same mistake with filing in the wrong state.
Glad it helped you too! I'm feeling much more confident about filing now.
That's what these forums are for - helping each other navigate the unemployment system!
Last thing - if you do run into any issues with Washington ESD after filing, don't hesitate to use resources like Claimyr to get through to an agent. Sometimes you need to talk to a real person to resolve issues, and their phone system is notoriously difficult. Better to get help than to let problems drag on.
I'll definitely keep that in mind. Hopefully I won't need it, but good to know it's an option.
Agreed - sometimes paying a little to get through to an agent is worth it to avoid weeks of delays.
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This thread is making me feel better about my situation. At least I know I'm not the only one waiting and wondering what's happening.
Same here! It's nice to know other people are going through the same thing.
Definitely. Sometimes you just need to know you're not alone in dealing with this stuff.
Final update from me - just got my determination letter today! Looks like I'm approved and should see payment within a few days. Thanks everyone for the advice and support!
Awesome news! How long was it from filing to getting the determination letter?
About 3 weeks total. Not too bad considering some of the horror stories I've heard.
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Also remember that temp work counts too! If you take temporary assignments, you need to report those earnings even if the assignment only lasts a few days.
Makes sense. Better to over-report than get in trouble later.
The bottom line is you can work part-time and still collect some unemployment benefits in Washington, but you have to report everything honestly. Once you're working full-time (usually 30+ hours) or earning more than your weekly benefit amount, that's when you stop filing claims.
This has been really helpful everyone! I feel much more confident about handling this transition now.
glad we could help! good luck with the job interviews
Mae Bennett
Also make sure you answer all the weekly claim questions honestly. They ask if you worked, if you looked for work, if you were able and available, etc. Wrong answers can cause issues later.
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Beatrice Marshall
•What happens if you worked a few hours one week? Do you still get partial benefits?
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Mae Bennett
•Yes, you can work part-time and still collect partial benefits. Just report all your earnings honestly when you file your weekly claim.
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Melina Haruko
Bottom line for OP - no waiting period in Washington, file your weekly claims every Sunday, and you should get paid within a few days if everything goes smoothly. The main delays come from claim processing or adjudication issues, not from any built-in waiting period.
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Amun-Ra Azra
•Thanks everyone! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about the process now.
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Dallas Villalobos
•Good luck! Hope your claim goes through quickly and smoothly.
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