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Juan Moreno

What reasons can you quit a job and still get unemployment in Washington?

I'm thinking about quitting my job because my boss has been making my life miserable - constantly changing my schedule last minute, making me work in unsafe conditions, and now they're trying to cut my hours to avoid paying benefits. I've been there for 2 years and really need the income but I can't take it anymore. Does anyone know what reasons Washington ESD considers 'good cause' for quitting and still being able to collect unemployment? I don't want to quit and then find out I can't get benefits.

The job search requirements are the same whether you quit or get laid off, so make sure you're ready to start looking immediately. They'll want to see your job search log right away.

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Do you have to look for jobs in the same field or can you search for anything?

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You can search for any job that pays at least minimum wage, doesn't have to be the same field. Just has to be suitable work.

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If you do decide to quit, make sure you have all your documentation ready before you file your claim. Pay stubs, emails, photos, witness statements, anything that supports your case. The more prepared you are, the smoother the process will go.

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That sounds like a smart approach. Good luck with whatever you decide to do!

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And if you need to talk to ESD about any of this, definitely check out that Claimyr service. So much easier than trying to get through on your own.

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Luca Esposito

Washington ESD unemployment if you are fired for cause - can you still collect benefits?

I got terminated last month from my job at a manufacturing plant for what they're calling 'policy violations' - basically I was late too many times over a 6 month period. My supervisor said it was termination for cause on my paperwork. I'm wondering if I can still file for Washington ESD unemployment benefits or if being fired for cause automatically disqualifies me? I've been putting off filing because I assumed I wouldn't qualify, but bills are piling up and I need to know for sure. Has anyone been in a similar situation with Washington ESD?

Had a similar situation but with a retail job - fired for cash register shortages. Washington ESD approved my benefits because the shortages weren't proven to be intentional. The burden of proof is on the employer to show misconduct, not on you to prove innocence.

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That's a really important point about burden of proof. Makes me feel more confident about my chances.

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Exactly. Let ESD make the determination based on the facts, don't disqualify yourself before you start.

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Final update: Just wanted to thank everyone for the encouragement to file. Got my determination letter today and I was approved for benefits! The adjudicator agreed that chronic tardiness due to personal issues didn't constitute willful misconduct. Starting to get payments next week.

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Great news! Your case is a perfect example of why the adjudication process exists - to look at the specific circumstances rather than just the label.

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Thanks everyone! This forum was incredibly helpful throughout the whole process.

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Ezra Beard

How long after filing unemployment does it take to get Washington ESD benefits?

Filed my unemployment claim with Washington ESD last Tuesday and I'm wondering how long it typically takes to start receiving benefits? My employer laid me off due to budget cuts and I need to know when I can expect my first payment. The website says processing times vary but doesn't give specific timeframes. Has anyone recently filed and can share their experience with how long the whole process took?

One more tip - if you do end up needing to call Washington ESD and can't get through, definitely check out that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier. The video demo really shows how much time it saves compared to calling manually all day.

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I think I'm going to give it a try next week if I still haven't heard anything. Thanks for all the help everyone!

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Hope everything works out for you OP. Keep us posted on when you finally get your payment!

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Will do! Really appreciate all the advice and support from everyone here.

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Brady Clean

Can you do Instacart while on Washington ESD unemployment benefits?

I've been on unemployment for about 6 weeks now and money is getting really tight. I'm thinking about doing some Instacart deliveries on the weekends to make extra cash, but I'm worried about how this might affect my Washington ESD benefits. Do I need to report gig work like Instacart? Will they reduce my weekly benefit amount? I don't want to mess up my claim but I really need the extra income right now.

One last tip - if you do well with Instacart and like the flexibility, consider other gig platforms too like DoorDash or Uber Eats. Diversifying can help you earn more consistently, just remember to report everything.

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That's a good idea for later. I want to get comfortable with one platform first before adding others.

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yeah i do multiple apps, helps maximize earnings when one is slow

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Just wanted to mention again that Claimyr has been a lifesaver for getting through to Washington ESD when I needed clarification on reporting requirements. The peace of mind of talking to an actual agent is worth it when you're dealing with benefit compliance issues.

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I bookmarked their site for future reference. Hopefully I won't need to use it, but good to know it's there if issues come up.

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Having a reliable way to reach Washington ESD is valuable. Their regular phone system is basically unusable most of the time.

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FireflyDreams

How to apply for extended unemployment benefits in Washington - timing question

My regular UI benefits are running out in about 3 weeks and I'm trying to figure out if there are any extended benefits available in Washington right now. I've been on unemployment since October and my benefit year ends soon. Do I need to file a new claim or is there an automatic extension process? I'm seeing conflicting information online about whether extended benefits are still active. Has anyone gone through this recently?

Bottom line: every situation is different based on your work history and wages. What works for one person might not work for another. The only way to know for sure is to talk to an actual ESD representative.

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Agreed. I've learned more from this thread than from hours of googling, but I definitely need to get official guidance for my specific situation.

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Good luck OP! This whole process is stressful but you're being smart by researching your options ahead of time instead of waiting until the last minute.

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Thanks everyone for all the advice. I feel much more prepared to handle this now. Going to try calling ESD through that Claimyr service and see what my options are.

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