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Final thought - if you're really unsure, you can always start with no withholding and then add it later if you want. But it's harder to go the other way if you realize you need the full amount each week.
True, but I'd still recommend starting with withholding. Most people underestimate their tax liability.
Fair point. Better to err on the side of caution with taxes.
Molly Hansen
I went through this exact same decision a few months ago and chose to withhold the 10%. Best decision I made! When tax season came around, I actually got a small refund instead of owing money. The peace of mind was totally worth the slightly smaller weekly payments. Plus, like others mentioned, you can always change it later if your situation changes. Washington ESD makes it pretty easy to update in your online account.
Eva St. Cyr
•That's really reassuring to hear! I was worried about making the wrong choice, but getting a refund instead of owing sounds much better. Did you find it hard to adjust to the smaller weekly amount, or was it not that noticeable?
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Update us when you find out! I'm curious how this turns out since I'm sure other people have similar worries.
Will do. Thanks everyone for the advice and reassurance. This has been really helpful.
Kevin Bell
I went through something similar last year and completely understand the anxiety you're feeling. Based on my experience and research, Washington ESD typically has a 3-year statute of limitations for most overpayment issues, though they can extend it to 6 years in certain circumstances. The good news is that if you made honest mistakes rather than intentionally trying to defraud the system, they usually treat it as a simple overpayment rather than fraud. Since it's been 2 years and you haven't heard anything, that's actually a positive sign. Most audits and overpayment determinations happen within the first year after a claim ends. Try checking your online ESD account first - it should show any pending issues or flags on your claim history.
Thank you Kevin, that's really reassuring to hear from someone who's been through this. The 3-year timeframe makes more sense than some of the longer periods people were mentioning. I'm definitely going to check my online account today - that seems like the easiest first step before I stress myself out any more about this.
@Kevin Bell I m'actually the original poster Layla (-) I think there might be some confusion with the member names in the thread. But your advice is spot on and really helps calm my nerves. I checked my online account this morning and didn t'see any red flags or pending issues, which is a huge relief. The 3-year timeline you mentioned aligns with what several others have said, and since it s'been 2 years with no contact, I m'feeling much more optimistic. Thanks for sharing your experience - it really helps to hear from someone who actually went through an audit.
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I'm so sorry you're going through this @Daniela Rossi - 12 weeks is absolutely unacceptable! I just went through something similar and finally got resolution after 10 weeks of hell. Here's what ultimately worked for me: 1. Contact your state senator AND representative (not just one) - they have dedicated ESD liaisons who can actually get answers. I emailed both with my timeline and got a response within 24 hours. 2. File a complaint with the Washington State Ombudsman at the same time - having multiple pressure points seems to get better results. 3. When you do get through to ESD, ask specifically for a "tier 2" agent or supervisor. Regular agents often can't access adjudication details, but supervisors can see more information and submit higher-priority requests. 4. If your issue involves employer verification (which is super common), ask the agent to send a "priority employer inquiry" rather than waiting for the standard process. This puts a rush on getting employer responses. The whole system is designed to wear people down and hope they give up - don't let them win! Keep fighting for what you're legally entitled to. Also make sure you're still certifying weekly even though it's frustrating - you'll get all that back pay once this mess is resolved. Sending you strength to keep pushing through this bureaucratic nightmare. You've got this! 💪
Leo McDonald
•This is such valuable advice @Aisha Hussain! Thank you for laying out such a clear action plan. I especially appreciate the tip about contacting BOTH my state senator and representative - I only reached out to my rep so far. The "tier 2 agent" request is something I hadn't heard of before but makes total sense. It's encouraging to hear you got resolution after 10 weeks, even though that's still way too long. The "priority employer inquiry" option sounds like exactly what I might need since the agent mentioned my previous employer hasn't responded to their requests. I'm definitely going to ask about that when the adjudicator calls (hopefully they actually do!). You're absolutely right about the system being designed to wear us down. Some days I've felt like just giving up, but reading stories like yours reminds me to keep fighting. Thanks for the encouragement and for taking the time to share what worked for you - this community support has been incredible! 💙
I've been lurking in this community for a while and finally decided to create an account after reading your post @Daniela Rossi. I'm so sorry you're dealing with this nightmare - 12 weeks is completely unacceptable! I just wanted to add one more resource that helped me when I was stuck in adjudication for 9 weeks last fall: the WorkSource offices sometimes have direct lines to ESD that bypass the main customer service queue. I went to my local WorkSource in person (you can find locations at worksource.wa.gov) and explained my situation to a counselor there. She was able to make a direct call to ESD on my behalf and actually got through to someone who could access my file immediately. The counselor told me this isn't widely advertised because they'd be overwhelmed, but WorkSource staff have special access for helping clients with urgent ESD issues. It might be worth trying if the other suggestions don't work out - sometimes an in-person advocate calling on your behalf carries more weight than individual calls. Really hoping the expedite request works out for you! The fact that they identified the actual issue (employer not responding) is a huge step forward. Keep us posted on how it goes! 🤞
@Amara Oluwaseyi this is such a helpful tip about WorkSource offices! I had no idea they had direct lines to ESD - that could be a game changer for people who are completely stuck like I was. I m'definitely going to remember this for future reference and will share it with others who are struggling to get through. It makes so much sense that having an advocate call on your behalf would carry more weight than individual attempts. Thanks for taking the time to create an account and share this resource - every little bit of insider knowledge helps when dealing with this broken system! Hopefully my expedite request pans out, but it s'reassuring to know there are still other options if things stall again.
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Emma Davis
Hope your situation improves soon! Partial unemployment can be a lifesaver during tough economic times. The Washington ESD system isn't perfect but it does help bridge the gap when employers reduce hours.
Liam McGuire
•Definitely grateful the program exists! Hopefully my hours will go back up once business improves.
Emma Davis
•That's the spirit! Many employers do restore full hours once things pick up. Partial benefits help you hang in there until that happens.
Miguel Silva
Just wanted to add that when you file your weekly claims, make sure to report your earnings for the exact week being claimed - not the week you received the paycheck. Washington ESD goes by when you actually earned the money, not when you got paid. This tripped me up initially because my employer pays a week behind. Also, if you have any vacation time or sick leave used during a week with reduced hours, that counts as earnings too and needs to be reported.
Lucy Lam
•That's really helpful clarification about the timing of earnings reporting! I would have definitely made that mistake since my paycheck comes a week after the work period. So just to confirm - if I work reduced hours during the week of December 1-7 but don't get paid until December 14th, I report those earnings on my claim for the December 1-7 week, not the December 14th week?
Steven Adams
Last resort option: if your case is truly urgent (facing eviction, utilities shut off, etc.), you can sometimes get help by showing up in person at a WorkSource office. They can't process claims directly but they can sometimes make internal calls that get prioritized.
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Isabella Tucker
•I didn't know this was possible. Where do I find the nearest WorkSource office?
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Steven Adams
•Go to worksourcewa.com and use their office locator. Call ahead to make sure they're open and can help with your specific issue.
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Zainab Omar
•Hey everyone! I'm brand new to this community but had to jump in after reading this whole thread - it's been incredibly eye-opening. I've been dealing with my own ESD nightmare for about 6 weeks now with a claim stuck in "under review" status. Like so many of you, I've called dozens of times with nothing but busy signals and disconnections after hours of waiting. The frustration is real! Seeing all the positive feedback about Claimyr throughout this thread is really encouraging. I'm definitely going to check out their service and that demo video that keeps getting mentioned. Thanks to everyone who's shared their experiences - it's so helpful to know there are actual working solutions out there and that we're not alone in dealing with this broken system!
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NeonNebula
•Welcome to everyone who's new here! It's really heartening to see how this community is helping people find real solutions. I just joined myself after dealing with my own ESD frustrations for the past month. My claim has been stuck in adjudication limbo and I was starting to lose hope until I found this thread. The consistent positive feedback about Claimyr from multiple people here is really convincing - it seems like they're genuinely helping folks get through when nothing else works. I'm planning to try their service tomorrow as well. It's amazing how sharing our experiences can turn what feels like an impossible situation into something manageable. Thanks to everyone for being so open about what's worked and what hasn't!
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