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Make sure you understand the difference between filing your initial claim and filing weekly claims. The initial claim is a one-time thing when you first apply. Weekly claims are what you file every week to actually receive payments. Both are done through the same Washington ESD website but they're different processes.
Exactly! And you have to file those weekly claims even if your initial claim is still pending approval. It's weird but that's how the system works.
Yeah I made the mistake of not filing weekly claims while waiting for approval and it delayed my benefits even more. Don't skip those weekly filings!
Washington ESD = Employment Security Department = unemployment office. All the same thing, just different ways people refer to it. The important thing is getting your claim filed as soon as possible after losing your job. Don't wait around thinking about it.
Perfect summary, thank you! I'm going to start the application process right now.
Good luck! It's intimidating at first but you'll get through it. Most people do eventually get their benefits, it just takes patience.
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Hope your payment comes through tomorrow! The waiting is always the hardest part but it sounds like everything is processing normally.
Thanks! I'll update the thread once I see the deposit to let others know the timeline.
If you set up direct deposit correctly and your claim shows paid, you're in good shape. Washington ESD payments are pretty reliable once they're approved.
That's what I'm hoping for. Thanks everyone for all the helpful info and reassurance!
No problem! We've all been through the stress of waiting for that first payment. You'll be fine.
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Also check if your county has any emergency cash assistance programs. King County has some, not sure about other counties but worth looking into for short-term help.
I'm in Pierce County but I'll check what they have available. Every little bit helps at this point.
UPDATE: Thanks everyone for all the advice. I called 211 and they gave me a whole list of resources I didn't know existed. Also used that Claimyr service someone mentioned to talk to Washington ESD about my options - turns out I might qualify for some job training assistance through WorkSource. Feeling a bit more hopeful now.
Glad Claimyr worked out for you. It really does make a difference being able to talk to a real person at ESD.
That's awesome news about the job training possibility. WorkSource programs can really help with getting new skills and finding employment.
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Just remember that even if your benefit amount seems off, you should keep filing your weekly claims while you investigate. Don't want to miss any payments while you're figuring out the calculation.
Good point. I'll definitely keep filing my weekly claims regardless. Don't want to lose benefits over a calculation question.
Exactly. You can always appeal or request adjustments later, but you can't go back and file missed weekly claims.
For what it's worth, your $487/week benefit on a $45k salary puts you at about 54% income replacement, which is pretty typical for Washington ESD. That suggests your calculation is probably correct.
That's reassuring to hear. I was worried it might be too low, but if 54% is normal then it sounds about right.
Washington typically replaces between 47-63% of wages depending on your income level, so you're right in the expected range.
Madeline Blaze
unemployment statistics are published regularly but they reflect historical data not current conditions. for your claim situation focus on what you can control like making sure all your info is accurate and following up appropriately
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Royal_GM_Mark
•Good advice. I'll focus on tracking down someone who can give me specifics about my claim status.
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Max Knight
washington unemployment rate info is available on various government websites but honestly it changes frequently and wont affect your personal claim timeline. adjudication just takes however long it takes unfortunately
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Royal_GM_Mark
•I'm starting to realize the unemployment rate was probably a red herring. I just need to be patient and keep trying to get through to someone about my specific case.
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