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Hope everything works out for you OP! The appeal process can be stressful but it sounds like you have solid evidence on your side.
Thank you! I'm feeling much more confident about this now thanks to everyone's help.
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Just wanted to add that if you do get approved, make sure you understand the work search requirements. You'll need to actively look for jobs that you can actually take given your class schedule.
Makes sense. I'll focus my job search on positions that work with my Tuesday/Thursday class schedule.
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Just remember that working part-time while on UI is actually encouraged by Washington ESD. It shows you're actively trying to get back to full employment. Don't feel guilty about it!
Thanks! I was worried they'd see it as trying to game the system somehow.
Not at all. The partial benefit system exists specifically to encourage people to take available work while searching for better opportunities.
Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about taking this part-time job now that I understand how the earnings calculation works. I'll make sure to report everything accurately and keep good records.
Glad we could help! Feel free to ask if you have more questions as you navigate the process.
Good luck with the new job! Part-time work often leads to full-time opportunities.
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I finally got through to Washington ESD after using Claimyr and they said my claim should clear within the next week. They were able to explain exactly what was causing the delay.
That's great news! What was causing your delay if you don't mind sharing?
They needed to verify my last employer's response to their separation inquiry. Once that was submitted, it moved quickly.
The economic data shows we're likely to see unemployment continue rising for the next 6-12 months. Washington ESD needs to prepare for sustained high volume, not just treat this as a temporary spike.
That's depressing but probably realistic. I hope they're hiring more staff to handle the long-term increase.
They should also be improving their technology infrastructure. The current system clearly can't handle this volume efficiently.
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Just went through this process myself and the hardest part was actually getting someone at Washington ESD on the phone to ask questions. If you need to talk to them, definitely consider using that Claimyr service - saved me so much frustration.
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Rhett Bowman
•How much does something like that cost though? I'm always skeptical of services that charge to help with government stuff.
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Danielle Campbell
•I thought the same thing at first, but honestly after wasting days trying to get through on my own, it was worth every penny. They don't ask for any personal info either, just help you navigate the phone system.
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Abigail Patel
Bottom line for OP: 8 months of work should definitely qualify you for unemployment benefits in Washington. The system looks at your total wages over the base period, not how long you worked at any specific job. You should be all set if the unfortunate happens.
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Yara Campbell
•Perfect summary, thank you! This thread has been incredibly helpful and put my mind at ease.
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Daniel White
•Glad we could help! Hope you don't need to use this info but good on you for being prepared.
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