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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!
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How much did that cost? I might need to do the same thing.
It was worth it to get a real answer instead of guessing. Much cheaper than missing out on benefits because I didn't understand my claim status.
Bottom line: 26 weeks maximum for regular UI in Washington state. No extensions currently available. Plan accordingly!
Thanks everyone for all the info. Sounds like I need to get serious about my job search since I'm already at 12 weeks.
Good luck with your search! Remember to keep filing your weekly claims and logging your job search activities until you find work.
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The system is so backed up right now. took me 3 hours on hold last week just to ask a simple question about my claim. wish i knew about these alternative ways to get through earlier!
3 hours?? That's insane. I would have hung up after like 30 minutes.
I was desperate for an answer so I stuck it out. But yeah, definitely looking for better ways to contact them next time.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! This thread has been really informative. Sounds like I should file my claim ASAP and plan on up to 26 weeks of benefits while I look for work. Much appreciated!
Don't forget to keep detailed records of your job search activities. You'll need to report them with your weekly claims.
Will do! I'll start keeping a log right away.
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Last thing - keep checking your account regularly after you file. Sometimes Washington ESD needs additional information and they'll send you messages through the online system. Don't ignore those or your claim could get delayed or denied.
Will they also send emails or letters, or just through the website?
They'll usually send important stuff by mail too, but the online messaging system is faster. Check both regularly.
Zoe Kyriakidou
if you end up having trouble with your claim or need to talk to washington esd about your benefit amount, that claimyr thing really does work. i was skeptical at first but it saved me so much time and frustration
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Jamal Brown
•I might try that if I run into issues. The phone system is ridiculous.
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Zoe Kyriakidou
•Yeah it's worth it just to avoid the endless busy signals and holds. Check out the demo video first.
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Mei Zhang
Bottom line - file as soon as you can, be patient waiting for your determination letter, and make sure you understand the job search requirements. The benefit amount will be what it is based on your work history.
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Malik Johnson
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. I feel much better prepared to file now.
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Liam McConnell
•Good luck! Hope everything goes smoothly with your claim.
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