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Also be aware that if you do any work while collecting unemployment, even part-time or temporary work, you need to report it on your weekly claim. Working doesn't necessarily disqualify you, but failing to report it can get you in trouble for fraud.
What happens if you work just a few hours? Do they reduce your benefits?
Yes, they'll typically reduce your weekly benefit by a portion of what you earned, but you might still receive some unemployment benefits. The exact calculation depends on how much you earned that week.
One last tip - keep detailed records of everything related to your unemployment claim. Save all correspondence from Washington ESD, keep copies of your weekly claims, and document all your job search activities. If any issues come up later, having good records will save you a lot of headaches.
This has been incredibly helpful, everyone. I feel much more prepared for this process now. Hopefully I won't need to file, but at least I know what to expect if I do.
Good luck with your situation! And remember, unemployment insurance is there for exactly these kinds of circumstances. Don't feel bad about using it if you need it - you've been paying into the system through your paychecks.
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Welcome to the unemployment club! Hope you find work soon but at least you have some support while you're looking.
Thanks! Hopefully this is temporary but good to know I have some help.
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I had a similar situation with my retail job - they kept cutting hours but wouldn't lay anyone off completely. Partial unemployment benefits really helped bridge the gap while I found a better job. The whole process took about 3 weeks from filing to receiving my first payment.
3 weeks seems reasonable. Did you have any issues with your employer contesting the claim?
No, they didn't contest it. I think they knew they had cut everyone's hours and couldn't really argue against it. Having documentation of the schedule changes definitely helped.
Double-check that you meet the monetary requirements before spending too much time on the application. If you don't have enough earnings in your base period, you'll just get denied and have to wait to reapply later.
The Washington ESD website has some calculators and information about base period requirements. You can also call them, though like others mentioned, getting through can be challenging.
Or use Claimyr to get through to an agent who can check your earnings history and tell you if you qualify before you file. That way you're not wasting time on an application that will get denied.
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If anyone needs to verify protest deadlines or check claim status, I've found the Claimyr service gets you through to Washington ESD much faster than calling directly. Their callback system is brilliant - no more spending hours on hold.
Does it work for all types of Washington ESD questions or just certain issues?
It connects you to regular Washington ESD agents so you can ask about anything - claim status, protests, adjudication, weekly claims, whatever you need help with.
Bottom line - if your employer missed the 10-day deadline and you were legitimately laid off due to lack of work, you should be fine. Washington ESD protects workers from employer retaliation through these time limits.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about my situation now. Sounds like my employer probably missed their chance to contest.
You're welcome! Just keep filing your weekly claims and you should be all set. The system is designed to protect workers in situations like yours.
Nick Kravitz
If you're self-employed and getting unemployment, make sure you understand how it interacts with your business taxes too. Can get complicated.
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Hannah White
•Good point. Self-employment adds another layer of complexity to the tax situation.
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Grace Patel
•Definitely recommend talking to a tax professional if you have self-employment income plus unemployment benefits.
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Michael Green
The bottom line is yes, unemployment is taxable income federally. Have the 10% withheld to avoid owing a bunch later. Learned from experience!
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Emma Bianchi
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. Definitely going to set up withholding on my next weekly claim.
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Mateo Silva
•Smart move. Better to get a small refund than owe a big chunk in April.
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