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Good luck with your appeal! Keep us posted on how it goes. It sounds like you have a legitimate case with the unsafe working conditions and your attempts to resolve them.
Just want to echo what others said about using Claimyr if you need to reach Washington ESD. I was skeptical at first but it really does work better than trying to call directly. Worth it when you need answers about important stuff like appeals.
File your claim today and start your job search immediately. Even if your claim gets approved, you need to show you're actively looking for work. Keep good records of your job search activities.
Thank you everyone for all the advice and support! I'm feeling much more confident about the hearing now. I'll update this thread after it's over to let you know how it went. Wish me luck!
I just saw this thread and wanted to add that I used Claimyr too when I was preparing for my hearing. Being able to actually talk to a Washington ESD agent beforehand helped me understand exactly what documents I needed to bring. Made all the difference in my case.
FINAL UPDATE: Got approved! Benefits start next week. The safety complaint documentation definitely made the difference. For anyone in a similar situation - document everything and don't be afraid to mention retaliation if that's what happened. Thanks again everyone!
Sofia Martinez
The whole system would be so much easier if they just made the eligibility requirements clearer on their website. Half the confusion comes from trying to interpret vague official language.
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GalacticGladiator
•I agree the website could be more user-friendly. But the basic requirements are fairly standard - sufficient wages, qualifying separation, able and available for work. Most people who think they should qualify actually do.
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Sofia Martinez
•True, but the devil is in the details and those aren't always clear until you're dealing with specific situations.
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Dmitry Volkov
OP you sound like a textbook case for approval. Restaurant closure, good work history, actively job searching. I'd be surprised if you had any issues with your claim. Just file soon and follow the weekly filing requirements.
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Mateo Rodriguez
•Thanks for the encouragement! Planning to file tomorrow morning.
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Dmitry Volkov
•Perfect timing. Weekend filings sometimes take longer to process so weekday mornings are usually better.
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