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Has anyone had their benefit amount change after the initial determination? I'm worried mine might be wrong because my employer reported some weird wage information.
Good to know. I have all my pay stubs saved so I can prove what I actually earned if needed.
If you need to talk to someone at Washington ESD about wage record issues, Claimyr might help you get through faster. I had a similar situation and their service saved me hours of calling.
Don't forget that your unemployment benefits will eventually run out. In Washington you get up to 26 weeks of regular unemployment benefits, though the exact number depends on your work history.
Yeah my determination letter says I can get benefits for 26 weeks. Hopefully I'll find a job before then but it's good to know I have that time.
26 weeks goes by faster than you think. Start your job search right away even if you're getting decent benefits. The job market is competitive right now.
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Congratulations Anastasia! That's such great news and what a relief that must be! I'm currently waiting for my own appeal decision after a similar situation - my employer also falsely claimed I quit when I was actually terminated. Your post gives me hope that justice can prevail. How many days was it from your hearing to getting the decision? And did you have to provide any additional documentation during the process or was it just based on what you presented at the hearing?
Hey Carmella! Thanks for the congrats! It was exactly 6 days from my hearing to getting the decision - way faster than I expected. I didn't have to provide any additional docs after the hearing, it was all based on what I presented during the appeal. I had my termination letter, emails from HR about the layoff, and a witness (my former coworker) who testified that multiple people were let go the same day. The judge seemed really focused on the timeline and documentation. Good luck with your appeal - sounds like you have a solid case too if you were terminated and not quit! Keep checking your eServices daily, that's where mine showed up first.
Wow, what an incredible outcome! Congratulations on winning your appeal and getting that back pay - $7,850 is life-changing money when you're struggling with bills. It's so encouraging to see someone fight the system and win, especially when employers try to falsely claim voluntary quit to avoid paying into the unemployment fund. Your case gives hope to others dealing with similar situations. Thanks for updating us with the good news and timeline - 6 days is remarkably fast! Enjoy that well-deserved relief!
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Smart move keeping it simple with the job searches! Just wanted to add that when you do start your new job, make sure to report your GROSS wages (before taxes) on your weekly claim, not your take-home pay. A lot of people mess that up and it can cause issues later. Also, if your employer gives you any signing bonus or relocation assistance, that might need to be reported too depending on the timing. The ESD website has a good section on what counts as reportable wages. Good luck with the new position!
That's really helpful info about reporting gross wages! I hadn't thought about the signing bonus aspect either. My new employer did mention they'll reimburse some moving expenses, so I'll definitely need to check on that. Thanks for pointing out the ESD website section on reportable wages - I'll make sure to read through that before my first week of work so I don't mess up my claim.
Congrats on the job offer! I went through something similar last year and here's what worked for me: I continued filing weekly claims and doing my 3 job searches until my actual start date. The key thing is DON'T report the job offer on your weekly claims - you only report actual wages earned. I kept a detailed log of all my job search activities just in case ESD ever audited me later. When I finally started working, I reported my first week's gross wages on that weekly claim. The whole process went smoothly and I never had any issues with overpayments or anything like that. Just stay consistent with your weekly filings and job searches until you're actually earning a paycheck!
This is exactly the kind of detailed, practical advice I was looking for! Thank you for sharing your experience. It's reassuring to hear from someone who went through the same situation successfully. I'll definitely keep that detailed job search log - that's a smart idea in case there are any questions later. Did you find it awkward explaining to potential employers during your job searches that you already had another job lined up? I'm worried about that part but I guess I need to keep applying to meet the requirements.
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One last tip - when you file, be specific about the safety issues you reported and the timeline. Don't just say 'performance problems' if you think it was retaliation. The more context you provide upfront, the better Washington ESD can evaluate your claim.
Will do! I have all the emails and dates written down already.
Smart thinking. Documentation is everything when it comes to unemployment claims.
I went through a similar situation last year - got terminated for "performance issues" but I'm pretty sure it was actually because I had filed a complaint with L&I about workplace safety violations. The timing was just too suspicious. Washington ESD approved my claim without any issues once I explained the full timeline during my initial application. The fact that you reported unsafe conditions and then got fired shortly after is definitely something they'll take into consideration. Make sure to include all those details and dates when you file - it really strengthens your case if they can see a pattern of retaliation rather than legitimate performance concerns.
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Final thought - don't panic if your first few payments seem inconsistent timing-wise. Once you've been on benefits for a month or two, you'll see a clear pattern emerge. The system is more reliable than it initially appears.
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Freya Andersen
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel much better about the whole process now.
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Omar Zaki
•You're welcome! Feel free to ask if you run into any other questions about the payment process.
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Anastasia Romanov
As someone who just went through the same anxiety with my first unemployment payment, I can tell you it's totally normal to worry! I filed my first claim on a Sunday and didn't see the money until Thursday morning. What helped me was setting up account alerts through my bank app so I'd get notified the moment any deposit hit. Also, if your claim status shows "paid" that's a really good sign - it means Washington ESD has processed everything on their end and it's just working through the banking system now. The waiting game is the worst part but it does get more predictable after the first few payments!
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