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Try clearing your browser cache and cookies completely, then restart your browser before attempting to file again. Sometimes old session data causes conflicts with the Washington ESD site.
I'll try that tonight and then attempt filing again tomorrow morning. Thanks for all the helpful suggestions everyone!
Good luck! Let us know how it goes - your experience might help other people having similar issues.
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The weekly claim filing is really the most important part of maintaining your unemployment benefits. Miss too many weeks and you could lose eligibility entirely. Set a phone reminder if you need to!
That's a great idea. I'm going to set a Sunday morning reminder right now.
One last thing - keep copies or screenshots of your filed weekly claims. If there's ever a dispute about what you reported, having your own records can really help resolve things quickly.
Thank you everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about filing my first weekly claim now.
You've got this! It gets easier each week. Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions.
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Check if your county has any local assistance programs too. Some counties have emergency rent/utility assistance even if you don't qualify for other state programs.
That's a good idea. I'll look into what King County has available.
Also check with 211 - they have info on all kinds of local assistance programs you might not know about.
I used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier when I had issues with my claim being stuck in adjudication. Really helped me get through to someone at Washington ESD who could actually resolve my problem instead of just giving me the runaround.
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I'm not sure about specific pricing but it was worth it for me given how much time I was wasting trying to call on my own. Check their website for current rates.
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One thing I learned is that if you get a job offer and turn it down, you need to have a good reason or Washington ESD might disqualify you from benefits. They consider turning down suitable work as not being available for work.
Generally work that matches your skills and experience, though the standards can change over time. After a certain period they expect you to consider jobs that pay less than your previous job.
The suitability criteria are outlined in Washington ESD guidelines. Early in your claim period, you can be more selective, but as time goes on you're expected to widen your search.
Just wanted to add that if you have any complex issues with your claim, like if it goes into adjudication or you get a disqualification notice, definitely try to reach a Washington ESD representative. The automated system and website can only help so much with complicated situations.
This is where Claimyr really comes in handy. When you have urgent issues that need to be resolved quickly, waiting days or weeks to get through to Washington ESD can really hurt your claim. I used it when I got an overpayment notice that I needed to dispute.
That's smart. Those kinds of issues definitely need personal attention from a real person who can look at your specific situation.
Camila Castillo
I've helped several friends through this process and most people who were fired for performance issues (rather than misconduct) end up getting approved. The adjudication process can be stressful but it's usually fair. Just be patient and honest.
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Jayden Reed
•Thank you! All these responses are giving me hope that I might actually qualify.
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Camila Castillo
•You're welcome! Sounds like you're in a similar situation to others I've seen get approved. Good luck with your application!
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Brianna Muhammad
Quick tip - when you file your claim, there's a section where you can explain the circumstances of your job separation. Use that space to clearly explain the lack of training and unrealistic expectations. That information goes directly to the adjudicator who reviews your case.
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Jayden Reed
•Perfect! I'll make sure to be detailed in that section. This whole thread has been incredibly helpful.
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Brianna Muhammad
•Glad to help! Remember, the more context you provide about why the termination wasn't your fault, the better your chances.
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