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Reading through all this, it sounds like you have a solid case for appeal. Laid off due to reduced hours, have documentation, worked for 8 months at decent wages. I'd be surprised if you don't win the appeal.
I'm feeling more confident about appealing now. Going to gather all my documentation and file the appeal tomorrow.
Good plan! Make sure to include that text from your manager and any other proof of the layoff. You've got this!
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I really appreciate the support. Going to file my appeal and keep my fingers crossed. Will update this thread once I hear back from Washington ESD.
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Wishing you the best! Sounds like you have a strong case for appeal.
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The appeals process has definitely gotten slower since COVID. Used to be 4-6 weeks total, now it's more like 8-12 weeks. Staffing issues at ESD are real.
Everything government-related seems slower these days. Frustrating when you need the money now.
Wish they'd hire more judges to handle the backlog. This is people's livelihoods we're talking about.
One thing that helped me was setting up direct deposit before my appeal was decided. That way when the back pay came through, it deposited automatically instead of waiting for a check in the mail.
Good tip! I think I already have that set up but I'll double check.
Yeah definitely verify it. Nothing worse than winning your appeal then waiting another week for a paper check.
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Don't let your former employer intimidate you into not filing. I've heard of managers telling people they can't get unemployment if they were fired, but that's often not true. File your claim and let Washington ESD decide.
My manager didn't say anything about unemployment but I could see them being spiteful about it.
Even if they contest it, you have the right to appeal if you disagree with the initial decision. Don't let fear of their reaction stop you from getting benefits you may be entitled to.
Bottom line - being fired doesn't automatically disqualify you from unemployment benefits in Washington. The circumstances matter. Performance issues, inability to do the job, and conflicts with management are usually not considered misconduct. File your claim and provide honest information about what happened.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about filing now.
Good luck with your claim! Remember to file your weekly claims on time once you get started.
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Thanks everyone for all the info. Sounds like I'm stuck with just the workers comp benefits for now. Hopefully my case gets resolved soon so I can get back to work or at least apply for unemployment if I can't find a job right away.
Hang in there. The workers comp process is frustrating but it does eventually get resolved. Make sure you're documenting everything for your case.
Good luck with everything. Hope you heal up quickly and can get back to earning full wages soon.
This whole discussion makes me glad I have disability insurance through work. Workers comp alone definitely isn't enough to live on if you get seriously injured.
Not everyone has that option though. A lot of construction and manual labor jobs don't offer good disability coverage.
True, and even when they do offer it, a lot of people can't afford the premiums on top of everything else.
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My advice would be to start documenting everything NOW, see if you can talk to Washington ESD about your specific situation, and maybe consult with an employment attorney. Don't just quit and hope for the best. Having a plan will give you the best chance of success.
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Andre Dupont
•That seems like the smart approach. Better to be prepared than to quit impulsively and regret it later.
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Keisha Williams
•Exactly. I know it's hard when you're in a toxic situation but taking time to build your case is worth it in the long run.
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Paolo Ricci
Thanks everyone for all the advice. I'm going to start documenting everything and try to talk to someone at Washington ESD about my options. Hopefully I can figure out the best way forward without putting myself in financial jeopardy.
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Zoe Papanikolaou
•Good luck! Feel free to come back and update us on how it goes.
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