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Been there with layoffs. It's scary at first but unemployment benefits really do help bridge the gap. Just follow the rules, file every week, and keep looking for work. You'll get through this.
One more thing - if your claim gets held up in adjudication for any reason, that's when you'll really want to be able to reach someone at Washington ESD. I had a minor issue with my separation date and it delayed everything by weeks until I could get it sorted out over the phone.
Hopefully that won't happen but good to know. The Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier might be helpful if I run into that.
The safety complaint angle is really important. Document everything you can remember about the unsafe conditions and when you reported them. That could be key evidence if they try to claim you were fired for legitimate performance reasons.
i got my benefits after being fired for performance too. took like 5 weeks but they approved it. just file asap and be patient with the process
The system really should be more straightforward for situations like this. When you're hurt and stressed about money, the last thing you need is a complicated bureaucratic maze to navigate.
Bottom line - talk to both L&I and Washington ESD when you're ready. They're the only ones who can give you definitive answers about your specific situation and medical restrictions.
One last tip - make sure you have all your employment history and wage information ready when you file. Having accurate info from the start helps avoid delays in processing your claim.
Diego Fernández
Don't stress too much about the application process. It's designed to be straightforward and they walk you through each step. Just take your time and read the instructions.
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Olivia Clark
•Thanks, I really appreciate all the encouragement from everyone here.
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Anastasia Kuznetsov
•This community is great for unemployment questions. Lots of people who've been through it before.
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Sean Fitzgerald
last thing - keep track of all your job applications and work search activities from day one. Washington ESD can audit your job search log and you need to have documentation.
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Sean Fitzgerald
•WorkSourceWA website has tools for tracking job searches too if you prefer using their system.
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Javier Morales
•Yeah the WorkSource job search log is pretty convenient and Washington ESD accepts it automatically.
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