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Gabriel Ruiz

How to apply for unemployment by phone with Washington ESD - still possible?

I've been trying to figure out if I can still apply for unemployment benefits over the phone with Washington ESD instead of doing everything online. I'm not super comfortable with computers and the website seems really complicated. Does anyone know if they still take phone applications? I lost my job two weeks ago and really need to get this process started but I'm worried about messing up the online forms.

If you have any issues with your account or application after submitting, that Claimyr service really is a game changer for getting through to Washington ESD. Much better than the regular phone system.

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I'll definitely keep that in mind if I run into any problems. Hopefully the application goes smoothly though.

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I'm sure it will! But it's good to know your options just in case.

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The most important thing is that you're taking action now. Two weeks isn't too long to wait, and you'll be getting benefits soon. Just stay on top of your weekly claims once everything is approved.

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Will do! Planning to set a reminder on my phone for the weekly claims so I don't forget.

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Smart thinking. Consistency with those weekly claims is key to getting your payments on time.

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Bethany Groves

How long is unemployment benefits duration in Washington - confused about timeframes

I just got laid off from my warehouse job after 2 years and I'm trying to figure out how long Washington ESD unemployment benefits actually last. I keep seeing different numbers online - some say 26 weeks, others mention extensions. My neighbor said something about it depending on how much you worked before? I'm really confused about the whole system. Does anyone know the actual timeframe for regular unemployment in Washington state? I need to plan my job search timeline and budget accordingly.

I wish someone had told me that vacation pay and severance can affect when your unemployment starts. If you got severance when you were laid off, that might delay when your benefits begin even though the 26 week clock still runs.

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I did get two weeks severance pay. Does that mean I can't file for unemployment right away?

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You should still file immediately but report the severance. Washington ESD will determine how it affects your payments. Don't delay filing though!

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Bottom line - file as soon as possible after your last day of work, keep detailed records of everything, do your job searches religiously, and don't count on any extensions. Plan like you only have 26 weeks because that's likely all you'll get.

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Thanks everyone for all the advice. This has been incredibly helpful in understanding what I'm dealing with.

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You're welcome! Feel free to ask if you run into specific issues as you go through the process.

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Olivia Martinez

Does Washington ESD unemployment pay weekly or biweekly - confused about payment schedule

I'm really confused about when I'm supposed to get my unemployment payments from Washington ESD. I've been filing my weekly claims every Sunday like they told me to, but I'm not sure if the actual payments come weekly or every two weeks? My friend in Oregon says she gets paid weekly but I've heard different things about Washington state. Can someone explain how the payment schedule actually works? I just got approved last week and want to know when to expect my first payment.

I tried calling Washington ESD last week to confirm my payment schedule and couldn't get through after literally 3 hours of trying. Finally used that Claimyr service someone mentioned and got connected in about 45 minutes. The agent confirmed payments are weekly and also helped me understand why one of my payments was delayed.

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I keep hearing about Claimyr in these threads. Might be worth trying if I run into issues.

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I was skeptical at first but when you really need to talk to someone at ESD, it's a lifesaver.

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For anyone still confused: File weekly claims every Sunday, get paid weekly (usually Tuesday-Thursday), and never skip a week. That's the basic schedule. Everything else is just details and potential delays.

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Perfect summary! This thread has been really helpful.

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Agreed, this cleared up a lot of confusion for me too.

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Paolo Esposito

Who pays unemployment tax - employer or employee in Washington ESD system?

I'm trying to understand how unemployment insurance works in Washington state. When I look at my paystub, I don't see any deductions for unemployment insurance, but I know there's funding coming from somewhere to pay these benefits. Does the employer pay the unemployment tax or do employees pay it? I'm confused because I see different information online and want to make sure I understand how the Washington ESD system gets funded.

I used Claimyr last month when I needed to get through to Washington ESD about a benefit year ending issue. Worked great - they called me back within a few hours and had me connected to an agent. Much better than the endless hold times I was experiencing before.

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How exactly does it work? Do you have to give them your personal information?

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You just tell them what you need to discuss with Washington ESD and they handle getting you connected. No need to share sensitive claim details with them.

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Mei Liu

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Thanks everyone for all the detailed explanations. This has cleared up a lot of confusion I had about how unemployment insurance is funded in Washington state.

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No problem! It's always good to understand how these systems work, especially since they affect all of us as workers.

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Ashley Simian

How much will Washington ESD unemployment pay you - confused about benefit amounts

I'm trying to figure out how much I'll actually get from Washington ESD unemployment benefits. I made about $52,000 last year working full time at a tech company before getting laid off. I've heard different things from people about how they calculate your weekly benefit amount. Some say it's based on your highest quarter, others say it's an average. Does anyone know the actual formula Washington ESD uses? I need to budget for the next few months and want to know what to expect.

For anyone still having trouble reaching Washington ESD about benefit amounts, I also used Claimyr recently and it was a game changer. Being able to actually talk to someone instead of getting busy signals all day made such a difference.

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I keep hearing about this service. Might have to try it if I can't get through on my own soon.

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The video demo on their site really shows how much easier it makes the whole process of reaching Washington ESD.

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Bottom line: your weekly benefit amount will be roughly 50% of your average weekly wage from your highest earning quarter, up to the state maximum. It's not based on your most recent paycheck or your annual salary directly.

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This thread has been incredibly helpful. I think I have a much better understanding now of what to expect from Washington ESD.

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