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Just want to add that the Washington ESD website has a severance calculator tool that can help you figure out exactly when your benefits would start. Might be worth checking out.
Oh that sounds helpful! Do you remember where on the site it is?
I think it's under the 'File a Claim' section, but the site layout changes sometimes. You might need to search for 'severance calculator'.
Bottom line - file now, be honest about the severance, keep up with weekly claims, and don't stress too much about it. The system handles this situation all the time.
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Feel free to come back if you run into any issues. This community is pretty good about helping each other out.
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I finally got through to an agent last week after trying for a month. She said the main delays are happening in the adjudication unit and they're working overtime to catch up. No promises on timeline but she said most claims from December should process by end of January.
That's somewhat hopeful. At least there's some kind of timeline now.
End of January would put you right at the 6-8 week range, which matches what I've been seeing lately.
just wanted to follow up - my claim finally got approved yesterday after 7 weeks of waiting! first payment should hit my account this week according to the agent. keep the faith everyone, it does eventually happen
yes, got credit for all 7 weeks i was waiting. definitely helped to keep filing every week even though nothing was happening
This is exactly why it's crucial to keep filing weekly claims during the wait. Great outcome!
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For anyone reading this later - the Washington ESD website has a good calculator tool where you can estimate how working part-time will affect your benefits. Helps you plan out whether taking a job makes financial sense.
Oh that sounds really useful! I'll definitely check that out before I start working more hours.
Bottom line: filing unemployment while working is totally legal and normal IF you report your work honestly. The only time you get in trouble is if you try to hide it or lie about your earnings. Washington ESD actually encourages people to work while claiming because it helps you transition back to full employment.
This whole thread has been amazing. I feel so much more confident about filing now. Thank you all!
Happy to help! Hope your claim goes smoothly and you get the support you need.
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Final thought: even if Washington ESD initially denies your claim, you have appeal rights. Don't give up if the first decision goes against you. Many people win on appeal, especially for performance-related terminations.
Good to know there are options even if things don't go smoothly initially. Feeling much more confident about moving forward now.
GalacticGladiator
The whole process is designed to be as stressful as possible I swear. But you're doing everything right by staying on top of the weekly claims.
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Keisha Jackson
•It really does feel that way sometimes! But I appreciate everyone here making me feel less alone in this.
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Oliver Weber
Quick clarification for anyone reading this thread: Washington ESD's current processing time for initial claims is typically 14-21 business days for straightforward cases. Complications like identity verification, wage disputes, or employment eligibility issues can extend this timeline significantly.
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Keisha Jackson
•Thanks for that official timeline info. Helps me know what to expect and when to start worrying.
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Omar Zaki
•this is helpful info, wish they made this clearer on their website
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