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My brother got an overpayment notice but he just ignored it and nothing happened. Is that bad advice? Im confused about why some people have to fight for years and others just never hear about it again???
Ignoring an overpayment notice is DEFINITELY bad advice! ESD can and will garnish wages, tax refunds, and even bank accounts eventually. They may not act immediately, but these debts don't just disappear. The state has a long memory when it comes to money they believe they're owed. Your brother should address this before it escalates to collections or legal action.
i remember standing in line at the food bank last year cuz of my overpayment took all my money and some lady told me she got hers forgiven but i didnt believe her. guess its really possible huh
It absolutely is possible! It's not easy or quick, but don't give up. The financial hardship angle is important - if you can document that paying back would cause significant hardship (like needing food assistance), that strengthens your case for forgiveness. Are you still dealing with your overpayment now?
Yes, it's definitely possible! I've been following overpayment cases in this community for a while and there are more success stories than you might think. The key is understanding that ESD often makes mistakes, especially with pandemic-era claims. If you're still dealing with your overpayment, consider reaching out to the Unemployment Law Project for free legal help, or at minimum file a waiver request if you haven't already. Don't let them intimidate you into just accepting the debt - you have rights and options.
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Bottom line: 26 weeks maximum, period starts when you file your initial claim, keep filing weekly even if you work part-time, and don't slack on job search requirements. Am I missing anything important?
That pretty much covers it! Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. I feel much more prepared to navigate this now.
Also remember that if you have questions about your specific situation, don't be afraid to reach out to Washington ESD or use resources like Claimyr to get official answers.
Just to add to the discussion - I went through this process last year after getting laid off from a warehouse job. The 26 weeks is definitely the standard maximum in Washington, and it goes by faster than you think when you're actively job searching. One thing that helped me was setting up a spreadsheet to track my remaining weeks alongside my job applications so I could see exactly where I stood. Also, don't underestimate how much time the job search requirements take - those 3 weekly activities add up, especially if you're being thorough with applications and follow-ups. Good luck with your search!
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Don't forget about your mental health during this process. Job searching while facing financial stress is incredibly difficult. Look into free counseling services if you need support.
Thank you for mentioning that. It has been really stressful and I probably should talk to someone about it.
A lot of community health centers offer sliding scale mental health services. It's worth looking into.
The bottom line is there are no extensions right now, but there are other programs and resources available. The key is getting connected with someone at Washington ESD who can walk you through all your options. That's been the biggest challenge for most people - actually reaching someone who can help.
Seriously consider using Claimyr to get through to Washington ESD if you can't reach them on your own. Having that conversation with an actual agent made all the difference for me.
Good luck! Keep us posted on how things work out. And remember to keep filing those weekly claims and documenting your job search until you're officially told to stop.
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The whole process would be so much easier if Washington ESD just had better phone support. Half the stress comes from not being able to talk to anyone when you have questions or problems. At least the online system works most of the time now.
Agreed. The website is decent but when something goes wrong you're basically stuck unless you can get through on the phone.
Hopefully I won't need to call but it's good to know there are options like that Claimyr service if I get stuck.
Sofia Hernandez
hang in there everyone, i know it sucks but most people do eventually get their payments. the system is slow but it usually works out in the end
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Dmitry Kuznetsov
•easy to say when you're not the one waiting for money to pay bills
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Sofia Hernandez
•been there too, just trying to give some hope
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Scarlett Forster
I'm going through the exact same thing right now - filed in mid-January and payments have been stuck for 5 weeks. The lack of communication is the most frustrating part. Based on what others are saying here, I'm going to try that Claimyr service to finally get some answers. Has anyone had luck with contacting their state representative's office like Zara mentioned? Might be worth trying multiple approaches at this point.
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