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AstroAlpha

Can you file for Washington ESD unemployment while waiting for workers comp decision?

I got injured at work 6 weeks ago and filed a workers compensation claim through L&I. The claim is still under review and they haven't made a decision yet about whether it'll be approved. In the meantime I'm not getting paid and bills are piling up. Can I file for unemployment benefits with Washington ESD while I wait for the workers comp decision? I'm worried about getting in trouble if I apply for both at the same time but I really need some income right now.

The whole thing is stressful but manageable if you stay organized. Keep all your paperwork, be honest on your claims, and don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it. You'll get through this.

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Thanks everyone for all the advice. This has been really helpful and I feel much better about moving forward.

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Good luck with everything! Hope your workers comp gets approved soon.

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One more thing - if you end up needing to appeal anything with either workers comp or unemployment, don't wait. The deadlines are strict and you don't want to miss your chance to contest a decision.

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What are the typical appeal deadlines?

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For Washington ESD it's usually 30 days from the date of the decision letter. L&I has different deadlines depending on what you're appealing.

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Logan Stewart

How to claim your weekly unemployment benefits - Washington ESD online system help

I just got approved for unemployment after waiting 3 weeks in adjudication and now I'm supposed to claim my weekly benefits but I'm honestly confused about the whole process. The Washington ESD website has so many different sections and I don't want to mess anything up. Do I need to claim for the weeks I was waiting for approval too? And what's this job search requirement thing - do I need to log jobs before I can claim? Also worried about the 'able and available' questions because I had a minor medical appointment last week. Can someone walk me through exactly how to claim weekly benefits step by step?

I had to use Claimyr recently when I got confused about my job search requirements and couldn't reach anyone at Washington ESD. The service at claimyr.com actually helped me get through to someone who explained exactly what I needed to do. Worth checking out if you get stuck like I did.

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Good to have that option available. Hopefully I won't need it, but it's reassuring to know there are ways to reach someone when needed.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about filing my weekly claims now. This thread has been incredibly informative.

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Glad we could help! Don't hesitate to ask if you run into any issues with your claims.

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Good luck with your job search and getting back to work!

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Austin Leonard

Do you get paid during Washington ESD waiting period for unemployment benefits?

I just filed my initial unemployment claim with Washington ESD last week and I'm trying to understand if I'll get paid for the waiting period. My friend told me there's always a week where you don't get paid but I'm not sure if that's still true? I served my waiting week already by filing weekly claims but haven't received any payments yet. Does Washington state still make you wait a full week before getting benefits or do they pay you for that first week too? Really need to know because I'm behind on rent and trying to figure out my budget.

Agreed, at least something positive came out of that mess

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Really glad I don't have to deal with a waiting week on top of everything else. Thanks everyone for the info!

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Oliver Brown

What happens after you exhaust unemployment benefits - Washington ESD ran out

My regular UI benefits just ended last week after hitting my maximum benefit amount. Washington ESD sent me a notice saying I've exhausted my claim but I'm still unemployed and actively looking for work. What are my options now? Do I need to file a new claim or wait for some kind of extension? I've been searching for jobs for 8 months and still haven't found anything in my field. Really worried about how I'm going to pay rent next month.

check with your local churches too even if youre not religious, a lot of them have assistance programs for people in need

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That's a good idea. I'll look into community resources like that.

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Final thought - keep checking the Washington ESD website for any new programs or changes. Sometimes they announce temporary assistance programs or changes to eligibility requirements. And definitely keep your claim profile updated even though you're not getting benefits anymore.

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Will do. Thanks everyone for all the advice and support. This has been really helpful.

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Joy Olmedo

What is the most I can get from Washington ESD unemployment benefits?

I'm about to file for unemployment and trying to figure out my budget. What's the maximum weekly benefit amount Washington ESD pays? I was making around $65,000 annually at my last job in tech. Also wondering about the duration - how long can I collect? I've heard different numbers and want to make sure I understand what I'm eligible for before I file my claim.

Final tip - set up direct deposit during your initial claim. Paper checks take forever and sometimes get lost in the mail.

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Great point, I'll make sure to do that.

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The whole process seems overwhelming but once you get your first payment it becomes routine. Weekly claims only take a few minutes if you have your job search log ready.

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That's reassuring. Thanks again everyone!

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