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my accountant told me business owners cant get unemployment but after reading this thread im wondering if she was wrong
Many accountants don't fully understand the unemployment eligibility rules for business owners. It's a complex area of law.
makes sense. probably worth looking into myself then
Final thought - even if you think you might not qualify, it's worth filing anyway. The worst case is they deny you, but you might be surprised and get approved.
That's good advice. Nothing to lose by trying.
Agreed. I thought I wouldn't qualify but ended up getting benefits for 6 months while I looked for a regular job.
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File your claim ASAP and don't overthink it. The worst they can do is deny it, and then you can appeal if you disagree. Most people who get fired for performance reasons end up getting benefits. You've got nothing to lose by applying.
You're right, I'm probably overthinking this. I'll file my application this weekend. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
Good luck! The process isn't as scary as it seems once you get started.
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How much do these services cost? I'm already tight on money after getting fired.
I don't remember the exact cost but it was worth it for me to get my issue resolved quickly rather than spending weeks trying to get through on my own. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person at ESD.
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This thread has been super helpful! I'm in a similar boat with a potential layoff coming. Going to bookmark this for reference when the time comes.
Glad it helped! Everyone here gave really solid advice.
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Yeah the maximum gets all the attention but most people are somewhere in the $400-700 range depending on their job.
Just to close the loop on this - the 2024 maximum weekly benefit amount in Washington is $999, it's adjusted annually, and you need high earnings in your base period to qualify for it. Most people get significantly less than the maximum.
Thanks everyone for all the information! This has been really helpful in understanding how the system works.
Glad we could help. Good luck with your claim if you end up needing to file!
Raul Neal
Just want to add that if you do get approved, make sure you're doing your job search activities and filing your weekly claims on time. Those requirements are strict and can cause issues if you're not careful.
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Leslie Parker
•How many job search activities do I need to do each week?
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Raul Neal
•It's typically 3 job search activities per week but check your individual requirements in your account. Keep detailed records of everything.
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Jenna Sloan
Had the same worry when I got let go for 'not being a good fit' but Washington ESD approved me. They understand that sometimes terminations happen for reasons that aren't the employee's fault. Stay positive!
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Leslie Parker
•That's exactly what I needed to hear. Thanks for sharing your experience.
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