Washington Unemployment

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One more tip - if you're not sure about your wage history, you can request a wage statement from Washington ESD before your benefit year ends. It helps you know if you'll qualify for a new claim before you actually file.

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How do you request that? Through the online account?

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Yes, you can request it online or by calling Washington ESD. Having that information ahead of time really helps with planning.

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This thread has been a lifesaver. I was panicking about my benefits ending but now I have a clear plan. Filing a new claim doesn't seem as scary when you know what to expect.

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Same here! I feel much more confident about the process now. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences.

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That's what these forums are for. We all help each other navigate this complicated system.

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Just remember you also have to meet the work search requirements to keep getting benefits. Three job contacts per week unless you're on standby or in an approved training program.

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Do they actually verify the job contacts or is it honor system?

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They can audit your job search log at any time, so definitely keep detailed records. I know people who've had to provide proof months later.

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This whole thread has been super helpful! I was stressing about how much I'd actually receive but it sounds like the Washington maximum is pretty reasonable compared to other states.

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Same here! At least now I have a better idea of what to expect when my claim gets processed.

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Yeah Washington definitely has one of the better unemployment systems, even if their phone support is terrible.

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My payments come every other Tuesday since I'm on standby status. Regular UI should be weekly though if you're filing every week.

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Yeah I'm on regular UI and filing weekly, so should be every Tuesday hopefully

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Standby is different, that's for people temporarily laid off who expect to return to work

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Just wanted to update - got my deposit this morning (Tuesday) like everyone said! Thanks for all the help, now I know what to expect going forward.

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Awesome! Glad it worked out and you got your payment on schedule

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Perfect, now you know Tuesday is the day to check your account

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Successfully filed and got approved in about 10 days. The key is being patient and following up when needed. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you get stuck.

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That gives me hope! Thanks for sharing your experience.

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Exactly right about asking for help. Sometimes that means using services like Claimyr to actually reach someone at Washington ESD when the phones are jammed.

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remember to check your spam folder for emails from Washington ESD. Almost missed an important message about my claim because it went to spam.

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Oh wow, I never would have thought of that. Adding esd.wa.gov to my contacts now.

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This is good perspective. The system has been through recessions before and keeps working.

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True, I guess I was just panicking unnecessarily. Thanks everyone for the reassurance!

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