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Zara Ahmed
Just remember to keep filing your weekly claims continuously and maintain your job search activities. The transition between benefit years should be seamless if you do everything right.
Will definitely keep that in mind. Thanks for all the detailed explanations!
StarStrider
•yeah continuity is key. don't let there be any gaps in your filing
Hope this thread helps other people too. The unemployment system is confusing enough without having to figure everything out alone.
Ethan Wilson
•Definitely. Sharing experiences and knowledge makes it easier for everyone.
Agreed! I'll probably bookmark this thread for future reference.
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Zainab Ahmed
For anyone still reading this - yes it's Wednesday, yes it's consistent, and yes you'll get used to the routine. Been on UI for 8 months now and Wednesday deposit is as reliable as clockwork.
Connor Byrne
•8 months?? Hope your job search goes better soon
Zainab Ahmed
•Thanks, the market is tough but I'm staying positive. At least the unemployment payments are reliable!
NeonNinja
Update: Just wanted to thank everyone for the help! My payment showed up this morning (Wednesday) just like you all said it would. Feel much better knowing what to expect going forward.
Sean Murphy
•welcome to the wednesday club! 🎉
Yara Abboud
•Nice! Always good to hear success stories, makes the rest of us feel better about the system
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Just to be clear for anyone reading this - you can appeal Washington ESD decisions for reasons like: wrong separation reason reported by employer, employer retaliation, constructive dismissal (forced to quit), medical issues that prevented work, domestic violence situations, or if you quit for good cause. The key is having documentation.
This is a great summary. I'm saving this comment for reference.
Javier Cruz
Update us on how your appeal goes! I think with that budget cut email evidence you should have a strong case. Washington ESD appeals are intimidating but they're there to protect workers from exactly this kind of employer misreporting.
Will do! Filing the appeal online today. Thanks everyone for the advice - feeling much more confident about this now.
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AstroAce
Just remember that even if your claim gets approved, it might take a few weeks for the first payment to come through. Plan accordingly and don't expect money immediately.
How long is typical for first payment after approval?
AstroAce
•Usually 1-2 weeks after your first weekly claim certification is processed
Chloe Martin
One last thing - keep copies of everything. Your termination paperwork, any emails about the safety complaint, your unemployment application, everything. You never know what you might need later if there are complications.
Good advice, I'll make sure to save everything. This has been really helpful, thank you everyone!
You're welcome! Feel free to update us on how it goes. We're all rooting for you.
Manny Lark
Just want to add that the unemployment definition can get tricky with contract work or gig economy jobs. Washington ESD has specific rules for those situations too.
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Rita Jacobs
•Yeah, I do some freelance work on the side. Does that affect my unemployment status?
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Manny Lark
•You'll need to report all earnings, but it doesn't necessarily disqualify you from partial benefits as long as you're still seeking regular employment.
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Khalid Howes
Thanks everyone for all the explanations. I feel much more confident about filing my claim now. The Washington ESD definition seemed scary at first but it's actually pretty straightforward once you break it down.
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Sasha Reese
•Glad we could help! The important thing is that you understand your situation qualifies. Don't hesitate to file.
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Christian Burns
•Agreed, this thread was super helpful. Going to start my claim application today.
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