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I'm on day 6 with 'open' status and this discussion has been such a lifesaver! I was getting really worried that something was wrong with my claim since I haven't heard anything back from Washington ESD. It's incredibly reassuring to see that the 7-14 day processing time is totally normal and that 'open' actually means good news. I've been filing my weekly claims and keeping a log of my job search activities, but the uncertainty was really getting to me. Reading everyone's experiences and timelines gives me so much more confidence that my claim is progressing normally. Thank you all for sharing - it really helps to know that this anxiety-inducing wait is just part of the process and that we're all going through it together!
I'm right there with you at day 4 with 'open' status! This thread has been such a relief to find - I was starting to think I was the only one going crazy checking my account every few hours. It's amazing how much stress this waiting period causes when you're depending on these benefits. Reading everyone's experiences really helps normalize what we're going through. I've also been staying on top of my weekly claims and job search documentation, but like you said, the uncertainty is the worst part. It's so good to know that 'open' status is actually a positive milestone and that we're all in this together during the wait. Hopefully we'll all start seeing those first payments roll in over the next week or so!
I'm on day 3 with 'open' status and finding this thread has been such a huge relief! I was starting to second-guess everything about my application and wondering if I made some mistake. It's incredible how reassuring it is to see that so many people have gone through this exact same experience and that the 1-2 week wait with 'open' status is completely normal. I've been obsessively checking my account and was getting really anxious, but reading everyone's timelines and success stories gives me so much more confidence. I'm keeping up with my weekly claims and started documenting my job searches right away after reading the advice here. Thank you everyone for sharing your experiences - knowing that we're all in this together and that 'open' means my claim is actively being processed makes this waiting period so much more bearable!
I totally understand that anxiety! I'm actually on day 2 with 'open' status and was already starting to worry something was wrong. This whole thread has been so helpful - it's amazing how much peace of mind comes from knowing that other people are going through the exact same thing. The 1-2 week timeline that everyone's sharing makes me feel so much better about the wait. I've already set up my direct deposit and started keeping a job search log after reading all the great advice here. It's such a relief to know that 'open' status means we're on the right track and that the processing time is just part of how Washington ESD works. Thanks for starting this conversation - it's so valuable to have this community support during such a stressful time!
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I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now - week 2 of having my WBA displayed but all claims showing $0 pending. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been both a relief and extremely concerning. It's crazy how widespread this problem seems to be! I had no idea this was "normal" for the ESD system. I've been panicking thinking I did something wrong with my application, but it sounds like this is just how broken their processing system is right now. I'm definitely going to try some of the suggestions here - checking my spam folder more carefully, looking at the Notices tab separately from the inbox, and probably using Claimyr if this drags on much longer. The financial stress of not knowing when (or if) payments will come through is really getting to me. Thank you all for sharing your stories and advice - it's so helpful to know I'm not alone in this frustrating situation!
You're definitely not alone in this! I just joined this community because I'm going through the exact same thing - week 2 of having my WBA showing but everything stuck at $0 pending. Reading through all these experiences has been eye-opening. It's both reassuring to know this is unfortunately "normal" right now, but also really concerning how broken the system seems to be. I had the same panic thinking I must have messed something up, but it's clearly a widespread ESD processing issue. The financial stress while waiting with zero communication from them is the worst part. I'm going to follow the advice here about checking spam folders and trying Claimyr if this goes on much longer. Hang in there - based on everyone's stories, it seems like most people eventually get through and receive all their back payments once the system finally processes their claim!
I'm currently experiencing this exact same issue - going on week 3 now with my WBA showing but every weekly claim stuck at $0 pending. Finding this thread has been such a relief because I was starting to think I had done something fundamentally wrong with my application! The lack of communication from ESD is honestly the most stressful part - you'd think they could at least send some kind of status update or estimated timeline. Based on everyone's advice here, I'm going to check my spam folder more thoroughly and look at the Notices tab separately. If this drags on another week or two, I'll definitely try Claimyr since so many people have had success getting through to an actual human that way. It's frustrating that we have to pay a third-party service just to get basic information about our own claims, but it sounds like it's worth it to avoid months of uncertainty. Thank you all for sharing your experiences - it really helps to know this is unfortunately "normal" right now even though the system is clearly broken!
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That's awesome that everything worked out smoothly! I'm dealing with something similar right now - got the missing employer info alert yesterday and was panicking. Your update gives me hope that it's just routine verification like everyone said. Did you end up doing anything special or just waited it out after responding to the alert?
I literally just responded to the alert through the eServices portal and then kept filing my weekly claims like normal. Didn't contact ESD or do anything else - just waited it out like everyone suggested. The whole process was way less scary than I thought it would be! Sounds like you're on the right track.
Similar thing happened to me about 3 weeks ago! Got the "missing employer information" alert and was super stressed about it. I responded right away through eServices and kept filing my weekly claims. My payments continued without any delays - it really does seem to be just a routine verification thing they do. The whole process was much smoother than I expected based on all the horror stories you hear about ESD. Definitely keep filing your claims and try not to worry too much about it!
Thanks for sharing your experience! It's really reassuring to hear from people who've actually been through this process. I'm still pretty new to the whole unemployment system and every alert feels like it could be the end of my benefits. Did you get any kind of confirmation that everything was resolved, or did you just know it was okay because payments kept coming?
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Hey Amelia! As someone who just went through the unemployment filing process in Washington, I can confirm the $999 maximum is accurate for 2025. With your $95k tech salary, you should definitely qualify for close to the max amount - probably around $900-950 per week based on your earnings. A few tips from my recent experience: File your claim online as soon as possible since there's a one-week waiting period before benefits start. Make sure to set up direct deposit immediately - paper checks can take weeks to arrive. Also, register with WorkSourceWA right away and start documenting your job search activities from day one. They require 3 job search activities per week and they do audit people randomly. The good news is that Washington ESD has been processing claims much faster lately compared to the pandemic years. My claim was approved in about 2 weeks. Just make sure all your employment information is accurate when you file - any discrepancies can trigger adjudication which delays everything. Given the current tech job market, hopefully you won't need the full 26 weeks of benefits, but it's good to know you'll have that safety net while you search for your next opportunity!
This is exactly the kind of real-world insight I was hoping for! It's really encouraging to hear that processing times have improved so much from the pandemic era - 2 weeks sounds very reasonable compared to the months-long delays I kept reading about. Your salary comparison is super helpful too since we're in similar income ranges. I'm definitely going to follow all your advice about direct deposit and WorkSourceWA registration from day one. The job search documentation requirement sounds pretty strict but manageable if I stay organized from the start. Thanks for the realistic timeline expectations and the encouragement about the tech job market - fingers crossed I can land something before needing the full 26 weeks!
Just wanted to chime in as someone who recently navigated this whole process! The $999 maximum is definitely correct for 2025, and with your $95k tech salary you should qualify for close to that amount. I was making around $88k when I got laid off last year and ended up getting about $920/week. One thing I'd add that hasn't been mentioned much - make sure you have all your employment documentation ready before you file. Washington ESD will want details about your last employer, your separation reason, and your work history. Having everything organized upfront can prevent delays in processing your claim. Also, don't stress too much about the phone system issues people are mentioning. While it's true that getting through can be challenging, most straightforward claims process without needing to call at all. Just make sure your initial application is complete and accurate. The tech job market in Seattle is still pretty active, so hopefully you'll find something quickly. But it's definitely reassuring to know you'll have that financial cushion while you're searching. Good luck with your claim and your job hunt!
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Thanks everyone for all the detailed explanations about the waiting week! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I was really stressed about not getting paid right away, but now I understand it's just part of the process. Going to make sure I file everything correctly and use this week to get my job search organized like some of you suggested. At least knowing what to expect makes it easier to deal with financially and mentally.
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