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Dmitry Popov

What happens if I stop certifying for unemployment with Washington ESD?

I've been filing my weekly claims for about 6 weeks now but I'm wondering what actually happens if I just stop certifying? Like if I miss a week or two, does my whole claim get canceled or can I pick back up where I left off? I might have some temporary work coming up and I'm not sure if I should keep filing or just stop for a while. Anyone know how this works with Washington ESD?

bottom line is you can stop and restart but just be prepared for extra questions and possibly some delays when you come back. not the end of the world but something to plan for

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Makes sense. I'll factor that into my decision about taking the temp work.

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good luck with whatever you decide!

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This thread has been super helpful. I'm in a similar situation and was stressing about it. Nice to know I'm not the only one trying to figure this stuff out.

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Right? It's nice to get real answers from people who've actually been through it.

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Exactly. Way better than trying to decode the official Washington ESD website.

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Paolo Longo

Washington ESD unemployment appeal was reversed - now what do I do?

Just got the decision letter today and I'm honestly confused about what happens next. My original unemployment claim was denied back in October, I filed an appeal, and now they reversed the denial which I think means I won? But the letter is full of legal language and I can't figure out what my next steps should be. Do I need to do anything or will Washington ESD automatically start processing my back pay? How long does it usually take to see the money hit my account after a successful appeal reversal?

One last thing - if there are any issues with your back pay calculation or if payments don't show up in a reasonable time, don't hesitate to escalate. Washington ESD has internal review processes for payment disputes.

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There's a separate payment dispute process. You'd file a complaint through their customer service system, though getting through to discuss it is the usual challenge.

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This is where having a service that can actually get you connected to agents becomes really valuable. Much easier than trying to file complaints through their automated systems.

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Thanks for sharing your experience! Posts like this give hope to those of us still fighting the system. Really appreciate you taking the time to explain what happened.

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You're welcome! I know how stressful the whole process is so happy to share what I learned.

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Sophie Duck

How long do I need to work at a job to get Washington ESD unemployment benefits?

I'm planning to leave my current job soon and wondering about unemployment eligibility. I've been working here for about 8 months full-time but before that I had a different job for only 3 months. Do I need to work somewhere for a full year to qualify for Washington ESD benefits? I'm confused about the work requirements and don't want to quit if I won't be eligible for UI.

honestly the easiest way is just call washington esd and ask about your specific situation but like everyone said good luck getting through lol

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That's why services like Claimyr exist though. Sometimes paying a little to get through is worth it versus spending days trying to call.

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true might be worth it if you really need answers

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Whatever you decide, don't wait too long to file if you do become unemployed. You want to get your claim started as soon as possible even if there might be delays in processing.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel much better prepared now to make this decision.

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Good luck with whatever you decide! The unemployment system isn't perfect but it's there when you need it.

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Charlotte Jones

Can I get Washington ESD unemployment if I was let go from my job?

My supervisor called me into the office yesterday and said they were letting me go due to 'performance issues' but honestly I think it was because I questioned some of their unsafe practices at the warehouse. I've been working there for 8 months and never had any formal write-ups or warnings. Can I still file for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD if I was terminated? I'm really worried they'll deny my claim since technically I was fired.

Quick tip - when you do your fact-finding interview with Washington ESD, stick to the facts and don't get emotional about it. Present your side clearly and let them draw their own conclusions about whether it was legitimate performance issues or retaliation.

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Good advice. I tend to get worked up about unfair treatment but I'll try to stay calm and professional.

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Exactly. The facts speak for themselves - no formal warnings, good work history, termination right after safety complaints. Just present it logically.

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One more thing - if your claim does get denied initially, don't panic. You have appeal rights and lots of people win on appeal even if the initial determination goes against them.

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How long do you have to file an appeal?

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30 days from the date of the determination letter. But hopefully it won't come to that given your circumstances.

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Lucas Turner

Washington ESD unemployment rates 2023 - how did this affect claim processing?

I'm trying to understand what unemployment looked like in 2023 because I'm dealing with some issues on my current claim and wondering if the high numbers from last year are still affecting Washington ESD processing times. My claim has been in adjudication for 6 weeks now and I'm wondering if they're still backlogged from when unemployment spiked. Does anyone know what the actual unemployment rates were in Washington state during 2023? And are they still dealing with delays because of it?

washington unemployment 2023 was 4.2% average but ranged from 3.9% to 4.8% depending on the month. tech layoffs in first half of year then recovery in second half. but esd processing is still terrible regardless

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Thanks for the detailed breakdown. Confirms this is a Washington ESD problem, not an unemployment rate problem.

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The frustrating thing about 2023 was that even with relatively normal unemployment rates, Washington ESD somehow got worse at customer service. I spent literally hundreds of hours trying to reach someone about my claim. Finally had to use one of those callback services to get through.

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Which callback service did you use? I'm at my wit's end here.

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I used Claimyr after seeing it mentioned in another forum. Actually worked - got through to a Washington ESD agent within an hour instead of the weeks I'd been trying.

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