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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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One thing that helped me was setting up text alerts for my bank account so I'd know immediately when the payment came through. Made the waiting feel a little less stressful knowing I wouldn't miss it.
That's smart! I'll set that up right now. Every little bit helps with the anxiety.
If you haven't received your first payment within 4 weeks, definitely try to contact them. At that point something is probably stuck and needs attention. Don't just keep waiting indefinitely.
Got it - 4 weeks is my deadline for taking action. Hopefully it won't come to that but good to have a plan.
And if you do need to contact them, seriously consider using something like Claimyr to actually get through. The normal phone system is basically useless.
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Last piece of advice - once you start receiving benefits, don't spend it all at once. Remember you'll need to pay taxes on unemployment income and it might affect your tax refund next year. Consider setting aside a portion for taxes.
Oh wow, I didn't realize unemployment was taxable. Thanks for the heads up!
Yeah, you can choose to have taxes withheld from your benefits or pay them later. Just something to keep in mind.
The whole process can seem overwhelming at first but you'll get through it. Just take it one step at a time and don't hesitate to ask for help when you need it. Good luck with your application!
Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about starting the application now.
You're welcome! Feel free to come back if you have more questions during the process.
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Filed my claim 3 days ago after getting terminated for performance and already see it's in adjudication status. The waiting is killing me but at least I know it's moving forward. Your situation sounds similar to mine - hang in there!
Thanks for the encouragement! I'll file mine first thing tomorrow. Fingers crossed for both of us.
One final piece of advice - if Washington ESD does contact you for a phone interview during adjudication, answer honestly but stick to the facts. Don't bad-mouth your former employer, just explain your side of what happened with the performance issues. They're looking for whether it constitutes misconduct, and poor performance typically doesn't meet that bar.
Perfect advice. I'll keep it professional and factual if they call. Thanks everyone for all the help and encouragement!
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Still stuck in pending status. This is week 4 now and I'm getting desperate. Bills don't stop coming just because Washington ESD can't process claims efficiently.
I didn't think of that. Might be worth a try at this point.
Before going the political route, you might want to try Claimyr again. They specialize in getting people connected to the right Washington ESD representatives who can actually resolve adjudication issues.
Thanks everyone for all the information. It sounds like I need to get serious about job searching right away and not count on having the full 26 weeks. Also going to make sure I understand all the requirements so I don't lose benefits for making mistakes.
Smart approach. Read through all the Washington ESD materials carefully and keep detailed records of everything. Good luck with your job search!
yeah definitely start applying everywhere immediately. the 6 months goes by faster than you think
Jake Sinclair
Whatever you decide to do, document everything! Keep copies of all medical records, doctor's notes, and any communication with Washington ESD. If you end up needing to appeal or apply for other benefits later, having good documentation will help your case.
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Kara Yoshida
•Good reminder, I'll make sure to keep everything organized. This whole process is overwhelming.
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Lena Schultz
•If you do need to contact Washington ESD about your case, seriously consider using Claimyr. The regular phone lines are brutal and you'll probably need to explain your medical situation in detail to get a proper determination.
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Brielle Johnson
Update us on what happens! I'm in a similar boat with a potential medical leave coming up and this info is really helpful.
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Kara Yoshida
•Will do! I have a doctor's appointment next week to discuss my restrictions and then I'll probably try to call Washington ESD to get a definitive answer.
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Brielle Johnson
•Thanks, and good luck with everything!
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