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just remember that even if you qualify, there might be a waiting period before you start getting paid. and if there are any issues with your claim it could take weeks to resolve
stuff like if they need to verify your work history or if you quit one of your jobs instead of being laid off. anything that requires manual review slows things down
That's when services like Claimyr really help - when your claim gets stuck and you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD to resolve it. Much easier than trying to get through on your own.
Look, here's the bottom line - you probably qualify if you've been working consistently for 8 months, even part-time. The wage requirements aren't that high if you've been working multiple jobs. Just gather your pay stubs, file online, and see what happens. Don't overthink it.
Good plan! The worst case is they say no and you're back where you started. Best case is you get benefits while you look for more stable work.
definitely file sooner rather than later too. benefits are backdated to when you file, not when you first became unemployed or had your hours cut
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hope everything works out for you OP. being laid off sucks but at least Washington ESD benefits can help bridge the gap while you find something new
Appreciate the support! Definitely feeling more confident about the process now.
Just to close this out with one final piece of advice - once you do get your first benefit payment, consider setting up direct deposit if you haven't already. Much faster than waiting for a debit card or check to arrive in the mail.
Perfect timing on that tip - I'll set that up when I complete my application tonight. Thanks again everyone!
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Just want to add that if you do end up needing to call Washington ESD, that Claimyr thing people mentioned earlier has been pretty reliable in my experience. Used it twice now and got through both times.
Good to hear from someone else who's used it. Seems like it might be worth trying if I can't get through normally.
Yeah, definitely beats spending hours trying to call and getting busy signals or getting hung up on.
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Also worth noting that your benefit amount will be based on your earnings from the past year, not just your current job. So even if this current job doesn't pay great, your benefits might still be decent if you had higher-paying work earlier.
I did have a better paying job earlier this year before this one. How do they calculate the benefit amount?
They look at your highest earning quarter in your base year and use that to determine your weekly benefit amount. It can be surprisingly different than what you'd expect.
Whatever happens, don't let your employer intimidate you out of filing. Some companies will try to make you think you're not eligible when you actually are. File the claim and let Washington ESD decide.
Good luck! Remember that getting fired doesn't automatically disqualify you - it's all about the specific circumstances.
And if you need to talk to Washington ESD agents quickly about your situation, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier really does work well for getting through their phone system.
Brandon Parker
Just remember that unemployment is temporary. Use this time to really focus on your job search and maybe learn some new skills. The tech market is tough right now but it will turn around.
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Bethany Groves
•Thanks for the encouragement. I'm trying to stay positive and use this time productively.
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Adriana Cohn
•Exactly the right attitude. I was laid off 6 months ago and just started a new job last week that pays even better than my old one.
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Jace Caspullo
One thing nobody mentioned is that your benefits might be subject to offset if you owe certain debts like child support or student loans. Washington ESD will notify you if this applies, but it's something to be aware of.
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Bethany Groves
•I don't have any of those debts, so hopefully that won't be an issue for me.
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Jace Caspullo
•Then you should be good. Just keep an eye on your monetary determination when it comes and make sure everything looks correct.
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