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File immediately and then start your job search right away too. Washington has work search requirements and they can ask for your job search log at any time. Better to start tracking from day one.
Good reminder about the job search requirements. How many jobs do I need to apply to each week?
I think it's 3 job search activities per week but check the Washington ESD website to be sure. Can include applications, networking, job fairs, etc.
Don't stress too much about getting everything perfect on your initial application. You can always provide additional information later if they need it. The important thing is getting your claim date established.
That's reassuring. I was worried about making a mistake that would mess up my whole claim.
Yeah they're pretty good about letting you correct minor errors. The main thing is just getting started.
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Quick question - does the 26 weeks reset if you get a new job and then get laid off again later? Or is it cumulative over a certain period?
You can establish a new claim if you've worked enough and earned enough since your last claim. It's not cumulative - each claim is evaluated separately based on your work history.
Thanks, that's good to know for future reference.
Don't forget about WorkSource services too. They have job search resources and sometimes training programs that can help while you're collecting benefits.
I'll look into that. Any training would probably help me get better jobs in the future.
Yeah WorkSource has some decent programs. Worth checking out what's available in your area.
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Just want to confirm what others said - 26 weeks is the standard maximum in Washington during normal times. The only way to get more is if Extended Benefits gets triggered, which requires high unemployment rates that we're not seeing right now. Your best bet is looking into other assistance programs and possibly temporary work while continuing your job search.
Thanks for the confirmation. At least now I know where I stand and can plan accordingly.
Good luck with the job search. It's tough out there but don't give up.
One more thing - make sure you're tracking all your job search activities even after benefits end. If you do find work and then lose it again, you'll need those records for any future unemployment claims.
Good point. I'll keep documenting everything just in case.
Yeah better to have the records and not need them than the other way around.
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Bottom line - you should definitely file for unemployment even with severance. Worst case scenario is your benefits get reduced for a few weeks, but you'll still be in the system and eligible for full benefits once the severance period ends.
That makes sense. Better to file now and get the process started than wait until the severance runs out.
Plus there's usually a waiting period anyway, so filing early means you'll be ready to collect full benefits sooner.
Simon White
Since you just filed, keep checking your account in a few days for your monetary determination. That will show your weekly benefit amount and how many weeks you're eligible for. Standard benefit period is 26 weeks unless there are extended benefits available.
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Laila Fury
•26 weeks should be plenty to find something new hopefully
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Simon White
•That's the goal! Use the time wisely for your job search and take advantage of WorkSource resources.
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Khalil Urso
This whole thread was super helpful. I've been putting off filing because I thought it would be too complicated but it sounds manageable. Going to do mine this weekend.
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Khalil Urso
•Yeah that's what I figured. Thanks for the motivation to finally get it done.
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Geoff Richards
•The sooner you file the better. There's no retroactive benefits so don't wait.
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