Can't reach Washington Unemployment? Claimyr connects you to a live ESD agent in minutes.
Claimyr is a pay-as-you-go service. We do not charge a recurring subscription.
Using Claimyr will:
- Connect you to a human agent at the ESD
- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
- Forward a call to your phone with reduced hold time
- Give you free callbacks if the ESD drops your call
If I could give 10 stars I would
If I could give 10 stars I would If I could give 10 stars I would Such an amazing service so needed during the times when EDD almost never picks up Claimyr gets me on the phone with EDD every time without fail faster. A much needed service without Claimyr I would have never received the payment I needed to support me during my postpartum recovery. Thank you so much Claimyr!
Really made a difference
Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
An incredibly helpful service
An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
Consistent,frustration free, quality Service.
Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
IT WORKS!! Not a scam!
I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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- DO NOT post call problems here - there is a support tab at the top for that :)
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One more Claimyr success story - used it yesterday to ask about a missing payment from two weeks ago. Turns out there was a system glitch and they reprocessed it while I was on the call. Would have taken forever to figure that out on my own.
Okay I'm convinced. Going to try it next time I have an issue instead of wasting hours on hold.
Smart move. The video demo really shows how much easier it is than the regular phone system.
Bottom line for anyone just starting: file your weekly claim by Sunday night, expect deposit Wednesday-Friday depending on your bank, and don't stress if the first payment takes longer. After a few weeks you'll know your bank's exact timing.
agreed, wish i had found this info when i first started claiming
thanks everyone for all the tips!
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Just remember that employers are looking for someone who can do the job, not someone with a perfect employment history. Focus on your skills, experience, and what you can bring to their company.
Thanks for the reminder. I need to focus more on selling my skills rather than worrying about the gap.
Exactly! The gap is just one small part of your overall story.
Good luck with your interviews! Sounds like you've been doing everything right during your job search. Just remember to present it confidently and you'll be fine.
Thank you! This thread has been really helpful. I feel much more prepared now.
You've got this! The right employer will appreciate your thorough approach to finding the right fit.
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One more thing - if you forget to file your weekly claim, you might be able to file it late but you'll need to call Washington ESD to explain why. Better to just set that reminder and not risk it.
Definitely setting multiple reminders. Don't want to risk missing a week.
I missed one week early on and had to call to get it sorted out. Was a hassle but they did allow the late filing.
The whole process gets easier once you've done it a few times. First couple weeks I was paranoid about every question, now it takes me like 5 minutes to complete my weekly certification.
Looking forward to it becoming routine. Right now everything feels overwhelming.
Totally understandable. Losing your job is stressful enough without having to navigate government bureaucracy.
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I work in HR and deal with unemployment claims regularly. For a standard layoff situation like yours, regular unemployment insurance through Washington ESD is the correct program. Don't let all the different terms confuse you.
Thank you for the professional perspective! That gives me confidence I'm on the right track.
You're welcome. The system can seem overwhelming but regular UI handles most situations.
Bottom line: if you're unemployed through no fault of your own and looking for work, apply for regular unemployment insurance. That's the main program and covers most people's situations.
Great! Remember to file your weekly claims on time once you're approved.
Good luck with your claim! The process gets easier once you understand the basics.
Mei Chen
The whole process is actually pretty simple once you get started. File your initial claim online, wait for approval, then file weekly claims every week while looking for work. The hardest part is usually just the waiting and dealing with any issues that come up.
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AstroAlpha
•Thanks everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about filing my claim now.
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CosmicCadet
•Good luck! The system works despite all the complaints. Just be patient and persistent if you run into any snags.
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Liam O'Connor
Last bit of advice - keep copies of everything! Screenshot your weekly claims before submitting, save confirmation numbers, and document all your job search activities. If there are ever any issues, having good records will save you a lot of headaches.
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AstroAlpha
•Will do! I'm pretty organized so I'll set up a folder to keep track of everything.
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Amara Adeyemi
•Smart approach! Organization definitely helps when dealing with any government benefits program.
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