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Based on everything you've described, you should definitely qualify. $18K in earnings with a mix of full-time and part-time work, plus an involuntary separation - that checks all the boxes for Washington ESD eligibility.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! Feeling much more confident about filing my claim now.
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UNEMPLOYMENT PAY IS A JOKE! I worked for 15 years and when I finally need help, they want to give me $300 a week. How is that supposed to cover a mortgage and bills? The system is broken!
I don't even know how to appeal or who to talk to. Every time I call I get hung up on.
Just want to add that unemployment pay can be affected if you do any part-time work while collecting benefits. You have to report all earnings and they'll reduce your weekly benefit accordingly.
So I can't work at all while getting unemployment? What if I just do a few hours here and there?
You can work part-time, but you have to report it. In Washington, you can earn up to your weekly benefit amount minus $5 before they start reducing your unemployment pay.
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Also remember to set up your SecureAccess Washington (SAW) account if you don't already have one. That's how you'll access your unemployment account and file weekly claims.
I think I have one from when I renewed my driver's license online. Should be the same account, right?
Yep, same account! Just make sure you can log in before you need to file your weekly claims.
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Also remember that Washington ESD requires you to be actively looking for work, so don't delay filing if you're eligible. The sooner you file, the sooner your benefit year starts.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more prepared now. Going to gather everything this weekend and file early next week.
Good luck! The application process itself isn't too bad once you have all your documents ready. Just be patient with the Washington ESD website - it can be slow sometimes.
One more thing - if you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD by phone for questions, I had success with Claimyr too. They have this automated system that keeps calling until someone picks up, then connects you. Saved me literally hours of frustration.
I'll keep that in mind if I run into issues. Hopefully the application goes smoothly!
The application usually does go smoothly if you have all your documents ready. It's the follow-up questions that can be tricky if your claim goes into adjudication.
Ryder Everingham
One thing to remember is that even if you qualify for benefits, the amount you get depends on your highest quarter earnings. So working longer or earning more doesn't just help you qualify - it can increase your weekly benefit amount too.
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Luis Johnson
•That's a good point. I hadn't thought about how it affects the actual benefit amount.
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Ryder Everingham
•Yeah, they calculate your weekly benefit based on your highest quarter, so having strong earnings in one quarter really helps.
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Lilly Curtis
I had a similar situation and was stressing about it for nothing. 8 months of steady work is definitely enough in Washington. The real challenge comes after you qualify - dealing with the weekly claims and job search requirements.
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Luis Johnson
•Good to know. I guess I should focus on understanding the ongoing requirements too.
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Lilly Curtis
•Yeah, the initial qualification is actually the easy part. The weekly maintenance is where most people run into issues.
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