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Last tip - if you find a job while collecting benefits, report it immediately on your weekly claim. You might still get partial benefits depending on your earnings. Don't try to hide work income!
Thanks for all the advice everyone! I'm feeling much more confident about filing now.
Good luck! The process seems overwhelming at first but it's pretty straightforward once you get started.
You've got this! Being laid off sucks but at least Washington has decent unemployment benefits compared to some states. File today and don't let the bureaucracy intimidate you.
Thank you! I'm going to file my claim right after I finish reading through all these responses.
Perfect! Come back and let us know how it goes. This community is here to help if you run into any issues.
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I tried that Claimyr service too after seeing it mentioned here and it actually worked great. Got connected to an agent who helped me understand why my claim was taking so long. Definitely recommend it for anyone having trouble reaching Washington ESD.
Good to hear multiple people vouching for it. I'll keep it in mind if I run into issues.
Bottom line: 26 weeks maximum, weekly amount based on your earnings, you have to actively look for work, and keep good records of everything. File as soon as possible after you lose your job because there's usually a one-week waiting period before benefits start.
Perfect summary, thank you! I feel much more prepared to file my claim now.
Glad this thread was helpful. Good luck with your job search!
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One last tip - keep detailed records of everything. Your work schedule at the remaining job, any communications with Washington ESD, documentation about why you lost the retail job. You'll need it if there are any issues down the road.
Great advice, thank you! I'll start gathering all my documentation before I file.
Smart approach. Being organized from the start will save you headaches later if they need additional information.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I'm going to file my claim this week and see what happens. Fingers crossed the adjudication doesn't take too long.
Good luck! Remember to keep filing those weekly claims no matter what.
And if you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD about your case, don't forget about Claimyr. Sometimes talking to an agent directly can speed things up or clear up confusion.
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The bottom line is don't wait. I see people on here all the time who waited weeks to file and then regret it. The sooner you file, the sooner you can start getting benefits if you qualify. And if you run into problems, there are resources like Claimyr that can help you get through to an agent.
Thank you everyone! I'm going to file my claim tonight. This has been really helpful.
Good luck! Feel free to ask if you run into any issues during the filing process.
One last tip - keep copies of everything. Screenshot your claim confirmation, save emails from Washington ESD, and keep records of all your job search activities. If there are ever any issues with your claim, having documentation will help resolve them faster.
I'll start a folder on my computer for all the unemployment stuff. Thanks for the advice!
Charity Cohan
One more thing to consider - if you do decide to apply for UI benefits later when you have more work history, make sure to keep good records of all your employment and wages. It makes the process much smoother.
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Rachel Tao
•Good point. I'll start keeping better track of my pay stubs and work history from now on.
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Derek Olson
•Washington ESD will have records of your wages from employers who pay into the system, but having your own records is always smart.
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Josef Tearle
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. Sounds like I probably don't qualify yet but at least now I know what I need to work toward. I think I'll try that Claimyr service to get official confirmation from Washington ESD and then focus on finding additional work to build up my employment history.
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Danielle Mays
•That sounds like a solid plan. Having official confirmation will give you peace of mind either way.
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Niko Ramsey
•Good luck! At least you're being proactive about understanding your options.
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