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just want to say thanks to everyone for the helpful info. this thread has been more useful than anything i could find on the washington esd website. at least now i know what to expect even if i dont like it
Glad we could help. The unemployment system can be confusing enough without the added complexity of child support issues.
Final update: I was able to speak with someone at Washington ESD (used the Claimyr service and it worked perfectly) and confirmed that they'll be withholding $175 from my $350 weekly benefit for child support. Not ideal but at least now I can budget accordingly. Thanks everyone for the advice and support!
Great to hear Claimyr worked for you too. It really makes a difference being able to talk to an actual person.
50% withholding is pretty standard. You'll make it work, and hopefully you'll find a new job soon.
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Thanks everyone for all the help! I feel much more confident about filing my new claim now. It's good to know I'm not starting completely from scratch.
You're welcome! Good luck with your new claim. The process should be pretty straightforward since you've been through it before.
Hope it goes smoothly for you! Let us know how it turns out.
One last thing to remember - make sure you're available for work and actively seeking employment when you file. Washington ESD will ask about your availability and job search efforts right from the start of your new claim.
Definitely! I'm already back to applying for jobs. The temp work ending was actually a blessing in disguise since it wasn't going anywhere long-term anyway.
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Pro tip: set up direct deposit when you file your claim. Getting the debit card they send can take weeks and then you have to deal with fees for accessing your money.
Thanks for the heads up! I'll definitely do direct deposit.
Yes! The debit card has ATM fees and other charges. Direct deposit is the way to go.
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The benefit amount calculation can be confusing but remember it's based on your past earnings, so if you were making decent money at the warehouse you should get a reasonable amount. Just file and see what they determine.
Thanks everyone for all the help. I'm going to file today and see what happens.
Good luck! The process seems overwhelming at first but once you get started it's not too bad.
If your claim gets stuck in adjudication or you have trouble reaching Washington ESD about your benefit amount, definitely consider using Claimyr. I was skeptical at first but it really works for getting through to an actual person who can help.
I'll keep that in mind if I run into problems. Hopefully the filing process goes smoothly.
It usually does for straightforward cases like yours. Good luck with the job search too!
Esteban Tate
One last tip - once you're approved and start receiving benefits, don't spend them all immediately. Sometimes Washington ESD finds issues weeks or months later and demands repayment. Keep some money set aside just in case. It's rare but it happens.
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Lia Quinn
•That's scary but good advice. I'll definitely keep some in savings.
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Ivanna St. Pierre
•happened to my neighbor - they found some error in her wage calculation 4 months later and wanted $1200 back. always good to be cautious
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Elin Robinson
honestly the whole thing seems way more complicated than it needs to be but at least washington is better than some states. good luck with your application!
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Lia Quinn
•Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. I'm going to file my claim tomorrow.
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Atticus Domingo
•Hope it goes smoothly for you! Feel free to come back here if you have more questions.
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