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One more thing - if you do quit and file for benefits, try to get through to Washington ESD to check on your claim status regularly. The phone system is awful but Claimyr really does help. I used it when I was dealing with an adjudication issue and actually got to talk to a real person.
Multiple people have mentioned Claimyr now. Might be worth trying if I go through with this.
Yeah, their demo video shows exactly how it works - https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ. Made the whole process way less stressful.
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thanks everyone for all the info! this thread has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about taking the part-time work now that I understand the rules better.
You're welcome! Just remember the key points: report everything, keep good records, and don't be afraid to ask Washington ESD if you have questions.
Agreed, this has been really helpful. I'm going to accept the part-time position and just make sure I'm diligent about reporting.
One last tip - if you do get an overpayment notice down the line, don't panic. They're usually fixable if you have good documentation and can show you reported everything in good faith. But obviously better to avoid them in the first place by being thorough with your reporting!
Definitely going to be extra careful about that. Thanks for all the advice everyone!
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Just want to echo what others said about using Claimyr if you run into problems reaching Washington ESD. I was stuck for weeks trying to get someone on the phone about my adjudication status. Their service worked great - got me connected to an agent who resolved my issue in one call.
Good to know there are options if I can't get through the normal way. Hopefully it won't come to that but it's reassuring to know services like that exist.
Bottom line - don't let fear of denial stop you from filing. Washington ESD processes thousands of claims and most eligible people do get approved. If you get denied, you have appeal rights. The worst case is you spend some time on paperwork and don't get benefits you weren't entitled to anyway.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about filing my claim now. Going to gather my documentation and file this week.
Good luck! Make sure to file as soon as possible since there's usually a waiting period before benefits start, and you can't get benefits for weeks before you actually file your claim.
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One more similarity - both programs can be affected by your other income. If you work part-time while on unemployment, Washington ESD reduces your weekly benefit amount. With workers comp, if you can do light duty work, that might affect your wage replacement benefits too.
Good point about part-time work affecting benefits. It's important to report any earnings to both programs.
Yeah, failing to report income can get you in trouble with either program. They're pretty strict about that.
Thanks everyone for all this information! It really helps me understand how these programs work similarly. Sounds like they're both designed to help people during difficult times but with lots of rules and procedures to follow.
Definitely better to understand your options before you need them. Both programs can be lifesavers if you know how to navigate them properly.
And remember, if you do need to deal with Washington ESD and have trouble reaching them, services like Claimyr can really help cut through the phone system frustration. Sometimes you need all the help you can get with these bureaucratic systems.
Fatima Al-Mansour
This thread has been super helpful! I'm in a similar situation and was afraid to apply because I thought working any hours would disqualify me completely.
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Sean O'Connor
•Same here! I'm definitely going to apply now that I understand how it works.
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Zara Ahmed
•That's exactly what the partial benefit program is designed for - helping people stay afloat while working reduced hours. Good luck with your claims!
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Dylan Evans
Quick question - does vacation pay or holiday pay count as earnings that need to be reported?
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Luca Conti
•Yes, any pay from your employer including vacation pay, holiday pay, or severance needs to be reported to Washington ESD.
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Dylan Evans
•Thanks for clarifying! I wasn't sure about that.
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