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Keep an eye on the Washington ESD news and announcements page. Sometimes new programs get announced with short application windows.
I'll bookmark that page. Thanks for all the advice everyone, this has been really helpful.
Hope you get through to an agent soon. The Claimyr thing really did help me avoid the phone runaround if you decide to try it.
One last thing - if you do get approved for any extension, the payments might be delayed while they process everything. Don't panic if it takes a few weeks.
How long of a delay are we talking about typically?
Could be 2-4 weeks for processing, but they'll backpay you to when you were eligible. Just keep filing your weekly claims.
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The weekly benefit amount stays the same throughout your entire benefit year unless you have a new claim with different wages. So whatever you qualify for initially is what you'll get for all 26 weeks (assuming you remain eligible).
That makes sense and helps with budgeting. At least I'll know exactly what to expect each week.
Just remember you still have to file every week and meet the job search requirements to keep getting payments.
One last tip - set up direct deposit when you file your claim. Paper checks take forever and can get lost in the mail. Direct deposit hits your account every Tuesday like clockwork if you file by the deadline.
Definitely will do direct deposit. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! This gives me a much better idea of what to expect.
Good luck with everything! The Washington ESD system can be complicated but once you get familiar with it, the weekly claims become pretty routine.
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Just remember that cyclical unemployment is what we saw during COVID - lots of people losing jobs due to economic conditions beyond their control. That's different from someone who quits to find a better job (frictional) or someone whose industry disappeared due to technology changes (structural).
Great examples! That really helps cement the differences between the three types.
COVID unemployment was crazy. Washington ESD was so overwhelmed they had to completely revamp their systems.
If you're still having Washington ESD issues after your exam, definitely look into that Claimyr thing people mentioned. I was skeptical at first but it legitimately works for getting through their phone system.
I'll keep that in mind. So far my claim seems to be processing normally but good to know there's an option if I run into problems.
Smart to have a backup plan. Washington ESD can be unpredictable even when everything looks fine on your end.
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Used Claimyr when I was trying to figure out if my situation qualified for good cause. The Washington ESD agent I spoke with through their service was really helpful in explaining what evidence I'd need. Definitely recommend if you're unsure about your options.
It really gave me peace of mind to get official guidance instead of just guessing based on forum advice. Check out their demo video to see how it works.
Bottom line - quitting usually disqualifies you from unemployment unless you can prove good cause. The burden of proof is high and the appeals process can take months. Make sure you're prepared for both the financial and procedural challenges before you quit.
This has been really helpful. I think I need to step back and create a more comprehensive plan before making any rash decisions.
That sounds wise. Take time to document everything, explore your options, and maybe talk to Washington ESD or a lawyer before you quit. Better to be overprepared than caught off guard.
William Rivera
Don't let anyone scare you away from applying. I've been successfully receiving both SSDI and unemployment benefits for the past year. The most important thing is honest communication about your work capacity and limitations.
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Alexander Zeus
•Thank you, that gives me confidence to move forward with filing my claim.
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William Rivera
•You're welcome. Feel free to ask if you have more questions as you go through the process.
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Grace Lee
Update us on how it goes! I'm sure other people in similar situations would benefit from hearing about your experience with the application process.
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Alexander Zeus
•I definitely will. Planning to file my claim this week and I'll share how the process goes.
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Alicia Stern
•Looking forward to your update. Real experiences like yours help others navigate these complex situations.
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