This thread has been super helpful! I'm only on week 8 but good to know what I'm working with timeline-wise. Gives me a better sense of urgency for my job search.

Thanks for asking this question! I'm also navigating unemployment for the first time and the 26-week limit was something I wasn't fully aware of when I started. It's definitely motivating to know there's a firm deadline. One thing I've learned is that Washington ESD's website has a benefit calculator that can help you track exactly how many weeks you have left based on your earnings history. Also worth noting that if you do any part-time or freelance work while collecting, it might stretch out your benefit period since you won't be using your full weekly amount each time. Good luck with your job search - the tech market is challenging but there are opportunities out there!

Final update from my end - I contacted Washington ESD today using that Claimyr service someone mentioned and got everything sorted out for my move. The agent confirmed I can continue my benefits in Oregon and walked me through exactly what I need to do. Thanks everyone for the advice!

This is exactly the information I needed! I'm planning to move from Washington to Colorado next month while still on unemployment and was worried about the process. Reading through everyone's experiences here has been incredibly reassuring. It sounds like as long as I update my address promptly and keep up with my weekly claims, I should be fine. I'm definitely going to check out that Claimyr service too since I've had terrible luck trying to reach ESD by phone in the past. Thanks to everyone who shared their stories - it really helps to hear from people who've actually been through this!

Adding to what everyone else has shared - I just went through this exact process with StaffPro in January. My 10-month IT support contract ended and I was also getting the runaround about "keeping me in their system." Here's what I wish someone had told me upfront: 1. Screenshot/save ANY communication from the agency saying they don't have work available - even text messages count as documentation 2. When you file, the system will ask for your "reason for separation" - select "lack of work" not "end of contract" 3. Keep a detailed log of every interaction with the agency moving forward (dates, times, who you spoke with, what was discussed) I got approved in about a week with zero pushback from the agency. The ESD rep I eventually spoke to said temp assignments ending is one of the most straightforward unemployment cases they handle - it's clearly "lack of work" which is exactly what unemployment insurance is designed for. Don't let them string you along while your bills pile up. You paid into this system and you're entitled to use it when you need it. File now and start getting the benefits you've earned!

I went through this exact situation with Apex Staffing about 6 months ago. My contract ended on a Friday and I was honestly scared to file because I kept reading conflicting info online, but I'm so glad I did it right away. Here's what worked for me: The key is being super clear that your ASSIGNMENT ended, not that you left the agency. I used the exact wording "My temporary assignment ended on [date] due to completion of the project. The staffing agency has no other suitable positions available at this time." Got approved in about 8 days with no issues. The agency did call me once about a position that was completely different (customer service vs my IT background) and way less pay, but I documented why it wasn't suitable and had no problems. One tip that saved me stress - I set up direct deposit right when I filed so I wouldn't have to worry about mail delays. Also, make sure you're doing your weekly claims on the same day each week - it makes tracking everything easier. You've got this! Don't let financial stress keep you from claiming benefits you've already earned through your work.

I'm really sorry you're going through this - having a job offer rescinded after you've already made major life decisions around it is incredibly stressful. But you should definitely be eligible for unemployment benefits in Washington. The state considers it "good cause" to leave employment when you're accepting another position that then falls through due to circumstances beyond your control. Since you had a formal offer with all the details (salary, benefits, start date), this clearly wasn't just preliminary discussions but a legitimate job commitment from the company. Make sure to document everything - save the original offer, the rescission email, your resignation notice from the retail job, and create a timeline of events with dates. File your claim online as soon as possible since benefits can't be backdated to before you file. Be completely transparent about all your employment history including the part-time retail work. The case will likely go into adjudication for review, but given your circumstances, Washington ESD should approve it. This is exactly the type of situation unemployment insurance exists to protect workers from.

I'm so sorry this happened to you - what an awful situation to be in after making life decisions based on a legitimate job offer! The good news is that Washington ESD should definitely approve your claim. When you quit a job to accept another position that gets rescinded due to the employer's circumstances (like budget constraints), that's considered "good cause" for leaving your previous employment. You had a formal offer with all the details - salary, benefits, start date - so this was clearly a real commitment from them, not just preliminary discussions. File your claim online immediately since you can't get benefits backdated to before you file. Save every piece of documentation - the original offer, rescission notice, your resignation from the retail job, and any email exchanges. Be completely honest about your work history including the part-time retail position. Your case will probably go into adjudication for a few weeks while they review it, but based on your circumstances, approval seems very likely. Don't beat yourself up - you made a reasonable decision based on the information you had, and this is exactly why unemployment insurance exists!

I'm going through something very similar right now with my seasonal hospitality job that ended last month. Like you, I got zero communication about why my claims were disqualified or what the adjudication issue even was. It's absolutely maddening! Reading through this thread has been so helpful though - especially learning that employer reporting errors are apparently super common. I had no idea that employers could just incorrectly report that you quit instead of being laid off and cause all this chaos. I'm definitely going to try that Claimyr service to actually get through to someone. It's ridiculous that we have to pay a third party service just to talk to ESD about our own benefits, but if it works it's worth it. Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences here - at least now I know I'm not alone in dealing with this broken system!

This whole thread has been such a lifesaver! I'm dealing with the exact same issue right now - seasonal job ended, claims showing disqualified with adjudication in progress, and absolutely zero communication from ESD about what's actually happening. It's beyond frustrating when you're counting on that money to pay bills! @Ava Martinez I'm so glad you were able to get through and figure out it was an employer reporting error. That seems to be way more common than it should be. I'm definitely going to try the Claimyr service since the regular phone lines are useless. It's honestly ridiculous that we have to pay a third party just to get basic information about our own benefits, but if it works it's worth every penny. For anyone else reading this - the advice about continuing to file weekly claims even when they show disqualified is crucial! I almost stopped filing thinking it was pointless, but now I know that would have just created more delays. Thanks to everyone for sharing your experiences and helping each other navigate this broken system!