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One thing nobody mentioned - make sure to check how the benefit year is calculated! If your husband starts claiming right after the Boeing layoff but then gets sporadic substitute work, his benefit year doesn't get extended. It's one year from first claim regardless of how many weeks he actually collects. So if teaching jobs typically hire in fall, he might want to time it carefully so he doesn't run out of eligible weeks before the next hiring cycle.
I hadn't even thought about that timing issue - that's a really good point. So even if he doesn't collect benefits during weeks he's subbing, those weeks still count against his total benefit year? Do you know if he could potentially stop claiming for a while and then restart if needed, or does it have to be continuous?
Exactly - the benefit year is a fixed period (52 weeks) starting from when you first file, regardless of whether you collect each week. During that year, you can claim up to your maximum benefit amount. And yes! He can absolutely stop claiming during periods of regular work and then restart if he has another period without work, as long as it's within the same benefit year and he hasn't exhausted his maximum benefit amount. Each week he doesn't claim (even if eligible) just means those potential benefits stay in his "account" for later use within that benefit year.
One more tip from my Boeing experience - make sure your husband files his initial claim immediately after his last day (like literally the next day if possible). Even though the severance will continue, the claim itself needs to be tied to the actual separation date from Boeing. Also, Boeing's layoff paperwork should include a clear separation letter that specifies it was a layoff due to lack of work (not performance). Make sure he has this document ready when filing as ESD might request it. When he starts substitute teaching, he'll need to report not just earnings but also hours worked each week. It gets complicated because substitute teaching days aren't all equal in hours, so keep detailed records. Lastly, severance payment schedules can sometimes cause confusion with ESD's systems. If he gets any notifications questioning his eligibility during weeks he receives severance, don't panic - just respond promptly with documentation showing it's severance pay, not wages for current work.
This is incredibly detailed and helpful! I didn't realize the separation letter needed to specifically state it was due to lack of work - I'll make sure he has that ready. The distinction between severance and current wages is also really important to know. Thank you so much for sharing your experience!
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To clarify something that might be confusing you: When ESD says they "sent a message," they often mean through the employer's online portal in eServices, not via email or physical mail. Many employers (especially larger companies) have dedicated staff who handle unemployment claims through this system. Your direct manager might not be aware of these communications. It might be worth contacting your former employer's HR department specifically, not just your old manager, to see if they've received anything from ESD. Sometimes these requests go to a centralized department or even a third-party company that handles unemployment claims for the employer.
That makes so much sense! I worked for a small business (about 30 employees) but they do have an HR consultant who handles these things. My manager probably wouldn't be in the loop. I'll try to get in touch with the HR person tomorrow. Thank you for explaining this!
u should call esd again and ask 4 a tier 3 agent!! they have more powers to c whats happening with ur claim! the regular agents just read the notes on the screen but tier 3 can actually DO stuff!!
This is good advice. Ask specifically to speak with a claims specialist or tier 3 agent who can view the details of your adjudication status. Regular agents often can't see the specific notes or take any action on adjudication cases.
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One last thing - make sure he checks his ESD portal regularly during the standby period. Sometimes they'll post messages there requesting additional information without sending an email notification. It's a common reason people miss important communications, especially during short layoffs.
That's great advice, thank you! I'll make sure he checks the portal daily. Last time he missed something important and it delayed his payment by over a week.
oh and tell him not 2 forget to file for the second week even if hes back at work by then!! u still claim for partial weeks if he goes back before the week ends
Good reminder, thanks! Yes, if he goes back mid-week he'll definitely report the hours he worked that week. Better to get partial payment than nothing!
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Don't forget while you're waiting you should be applying for other assistance if you need it. Food banks, energy assistance, rental assistance etc. No shame in using resources that are there to help during these situations. We had to use food banks during my adjudication period and it made a huge difference.
Saleem Vaziri
Update on current ESD login issues: There's an official notice on the ESD website now about intermittent login problems affecting some accounts. They're working on it, but no estimated fix date has been provided. In the meantime, if you absolutely can't get in and need to file your weekly claim, you can request a backdate for your weekly claim by calling and leaving a message explaining the technical issues prevented timely filing. Be sure to document all your attempts to log in (screenshots of error messages with dates/times) as evidence if needed later.
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Mikayla Davison
•Thanks for this update! I'll start taking screenshots of the error messages. Just tried calling again and still can't get through, but at least there's a way to backdate the claim if needed. Really appreciate everyone's help!
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Lilly Curtis
Success!! I just got back into my account! For anyone with similar problems, here's what worked: 1. Waited full 24 hours after lockout 2. Used Firefox instead of Chrome 3. Cleared ALL browser data 4. Logged into SAW first (secureaccess.wa.gov) 5. Typed password manually instead of autofill Thank you everyone for the suggestions. Now I can finally file my weekly claim!
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Adrian Connor
•Great news! Glad you got back in. Make sure to update your contact information while you're in there, and maybe change your password to something completely new just to be safe.
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