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Thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread! Really helped clarify the work rules for unemployment benefits in Washington state.
Seriously, this community is amazing. Got way better info here than from the Washington ESD website.
Happy to help! That's what these forums are for - sharing knowledge and supporting each other.
Just wanted to add that if you're working multiple part-time jobs while on unemployment, you need to report ALL of them when filing your weekly claim. I learned this the hard way when I was juggling two different gig jobs. Washington ESD requires you to report every source of income, no matter how small. The good news is that as long as your total earnings stay under that weekly benefit amount plus $5 threshold, you'll still get your full unemployment benefits. It's actually pretty encouraging that the system supports people who are trying to piece together income while job hunting!
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wait im confused... did the governors office actually confirm they sent your info to ESD? Sometimes they take your info but theres a delay before they actually send the request.
Yes, they sent me an email confirming they forwarded my case to ESD for expedited review. That was about 6 weeks ago now. They were actually really responsive and nice on the governor's office side - it's ESD that seems to be the black hole.
Just checking back - any updates on your situation? Did you try contacting the governor's office again or have any luck getting through to ESD?
I tried that Claimyr service someone mentioned above and FINALLY got through to a real person at ESD yesterday! Turns out my expedite request was received but got assigned to an adjudicator who went on medical leave, and my case wasn't properly reassigned. They've now put a priority flag on it and said I should see movement within 3-5 business days. I also emailed the governor's office to update them. Fingers crossed something actually happens this time!
That's such great news! I'm so glad the Claimyr service worked for you and that you finally got some answers. It's crazy that your case was just sitting there because of the adjudicator situation - no wonder nothing was happening for 6+ weeks. Hopefully they actually follow through on the 3-5 business day timeline. Keep us posted on what happens! This gives me hope that there are still ways to get through the system when it breaks down like this.
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when I got laid off in November I thought standby meant I didn't have to do job search but that was wrong!! had to appeal and it was such a mess. make sure you understand all the requirements
This is a common misunderstanding. "Standby" status is something your employer has to specifically request for you, and it only applies in certain situations like seasonal work or temporary layoffs where you're expected to return to your job. Even then, standby status only lasts for a limited time before regular job search requirements kick in. Always check your specific requirements in your ESD account.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I'll definitely file my weekly claim this Sunday and keep doing my job search activities. I just wish ESD made all this clearer when you first apply. I've set a reminder on my phone for Sunday so I don't forget to file. One more question - how long does it typically take to get the first payment after the waiting week?
After your waiting week and assuming your application is approved without any issues, you'll typically see your first payment within 2-3 business days after filing your weekly claim if you have direct deposit set up. If you're getting the ESD debit card, it can take 7-10 days for the first card to arrive in the mail. Any subsequent payments to the card are usually available within 2 business days after you file your weekly claim. Just be prepared that if your claim gets flagged for any reason (identity verification, job separation issues, etc.), it could go into adjudication which can delay payments significantly. That's why it's important to respond to any ESD requests for information right away.
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Bottom line - with $1000/week gross you're looking at probably $750-850 per week in unemployment benefits assuming you have sufficient base period wages. The exact amount depends on your wage history over the past 15 months.
That range is really helpful for planning. Thanks everyone for all the detailed info!
Just remember to file immediately if it happens and don't wait. Good luck!
Just to add another perspective - I was laid off from a similar tech role making $950/week and ended up getting $780/week in benefits. The key thing that helped me was having all my employment documentation ready when I filed (last pay stub, layoff letter, etc). Also definitely recommend setting up direct deposit right away since paper checks can take forever to arrive. The whole process was smoother than I expected once I got through the initial application.
Madison Allen
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I'm going to review my paperwork tonight and then contact OAH tomorrow to start the withdrawal process. You've all given me a much better understanding of what's involved.
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Zara Perez
•Good luck with everything! Make sure to get that written confirmation when you withdraw.
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Joshua Wood
•Hope it all goes smoothly for you. The withdrawal process itself should be pretty straightforward.
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Aidan Percy
Just wanted to add that timing can be important when withdrawing an appeal. If your hearing is scheduled soon, you'll want to contact OAH as quickly as possible to avoid any complications. They usually need at least a few business days notice to properly cancel everything and notify all parties involved. Don't wait until the last minute if you've made your decision.
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