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How long after losing job can you apply for Washington ESD unemployment benefits?
I got laid off from my warehouse job two weeks ago and I'm just now thinking about filing for unemployment. Is there a deadline for when you have to apply after losing your job? I've been looking for work but nothing yet and my savings are running low. Can I still file with Washington ESD or did I wait too long? Also does the timing affect how much I might get or when payments start?
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Can you get unemployment and disability benefits at the same time in Washington?
I'm really confused about whether I can collect both unemployment and disability benefits simultaneously. I was laid off from my warehouse job 6 weeks ago and filed for UI benefits through Washington ESD. My claim was approved and I've been getting $487/week. But now I'm dealing with some back issues that might qualify me for disability benefits. I don't want to mess up my unemployment claim or get in trouble for double-dipping. Has anyone been through this situation? What are the rules in Washington state?
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How do I file for unemployment with Washington ESD - complete beginner
I just got laid off from my job at a warehouse and I've never filed for unemployment before. I keep hearing about Washington ESD but I'm completely lost on where to even start. Do I need to go somewhere in person or can I do it online? What information do I need to have ready? I'm worried I'm going to mess something up and delay getting benefits. Any help would be really appreciated.
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The Washington ESD website also has a lot of good FAQs if you want to read up on things before you file. Might help you feel more prepared.
I'll definitely check those out tonight. Thanks for mentioning it!
Who is eligible for unemployment insurance through Washington ESD?
I'm trying to figure out if I qualify for unemployment benefits in Washington state. I worked part-time for about 8 months at a retail job before getting laid off last week. My manager said I should apply but I'm not sure if part-time workers are even eligible? I made around $15k total over those 8 months. Does anyone know what the actual requirements are for Washington ESD unemployment insurance? I don't want to waste time applying if I don't meet the criteria.
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For what it's worth, based on what you've shared about working 8 months and earning $15k, you should definitely qualify. Those numbers sound like they meet the wage requirements. The hardest part is often just navigating the system and waiting for processing.
That's reassuring! I was worried I hadn't worked long enough or earned enough to qualify.
The wage requirements in Washington are actually pretty reasonable compared to some other states. You should be fine with those earnings.
Don't stress too much about the process. Thousands of people successfully file for unemployment every week in Washington. The system is designed to help people who find themselves out of work through no fault of their own, which sounds exactly like your situation.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about applying now.
Good luck with your application! Feel free to come back here if you have questions during the process.
When do I file my weekly unemployment claim with Washington ESD?
I just got approved for unemployment after waiting forever for adjudication to finish. Now I'm confused about when exactly I'm supposed to file my weekly claims. The Washington ESD website says something about filing during your designated week but I can't figure out what my week is supposed to be. Do I file right after the week ends or before? And what happens if I miss the deadline? I really don't want to mess this up after waiting so long to get approved.
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The weekly filing questions are pretty much the same every week. Did you work? Did you look for work? Were you able and available? Any earnings? Gets pretty routine after a few weeks.
That's reassuring. I was worried they would be different every week and I'd have to figure out new stuff.
One last thing - make sure your contact info is up to date in your Washington ESD account. If they need to reach you about your weekly claim and can't, it can cause delays in your payments.
Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about filing my weekly claims now.
You're welcome! Just remember - file every week on your designated day for the week that just ended. You've got this!
CosmicCrusader
Also if you do any side work or gig work while claiming you have to report that income on your weekly claims. Don't try to hide it because they cross-reference with tax records.
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Paolo Marino
AuthorI was thinking about doing some DoorDash while looking for work. How does that affect benefits?
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CosmicCrusader
You can still do gig work but they'll reduce your weekly benefit by whatever you earn over a small threshold. Just be honest about it when you file your weekly claims.
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Javier Hernandez
Update on the Claimyr thing - I used them again this week when I had questions about reporting part-time work and it was just as smooth as last time. Really wish I'd known about it months ago when I was spending entire days trying to call ESD.
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Paolo Marino
AuthorI bookmarked their site just in case I run into issues. Hopefully the initial filing goes smooth though.
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Javier Hernandez
Yeah hopefully! But good to have backup options when dealing with ESD.
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