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Mateo Rodriguez

Do you have to work 90 days to get unemployment benefits in Washington?

I'm confused about the work requirements for unemployment in Washington. Someone told me you have to work 90 days before you can collect UI benefits, but I've also heard different things. I worked at my last job for about 10 weeks before getting laid off due to budget cuts. The company was really small and this was my first job in Washington state. I'm worried I might not qualify because I didn't work long enough. Does anyone know what the actual work requirement is for Washington ESD unemployment benefits?

One last question - if you meet the work requirements but get denied for other reasons (like misconduct or something), can you still file again later if you get more work?

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Yes, each time you file a new claim, they evaluate your eligibility based on your work history at that time. A previous denial doesn't automatically disqualify you from future claims.

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That's reassuring. Thanks for all the helpful info everyone!

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Thanks everyone for clearing this up! I was really worried about the 90 day thing but now I understand it's more complex than that. Going to file my claim this week.

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Good luck with your claim! Remember to keep filing your weekly claims even if your initial claim is still being processed.

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Will do! This forum has been incredibly helpful.

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Noland Curtis

How often do unemployment checks come from Washington ESD?

I just got approved for unemployment benefits and I'm trying to figure out my budget. How often does Washington ESD send out unemployment payments? Is it weekly or biweekly? And what day of the week do they usually come? I need to plan my bills around when the money hits my account.

Overall Washington ESD's unemployment system works pretty well if you understand the process. Weekly claims on Sunday, payments by Wednesday, keep good records, and you'll be fine. Just don't expect to get rich off unemployment - it's meant to be temporary assistance while you find new work.

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Thanks everyone for all the help. I feel much more confident about managing this whole process now.

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You're welcome! Just remember to keep looking for work and follow all the requirements. Good luck!

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Speaking from experience - when something does go wrong with your payments, don't wait around hoping it fixes itself. Get on the phone with Washington ESD immediately or use one of those services like Claimyr to help you get through. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to sort out.

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I'll definitely keep that in mind. Better to be proactive than wait and stress about it.

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Exactly. Most payment issues can be resolved quickly once you actually talk to someone who knows what they're doing.

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Zoe Stavros

Do you still get unemployment if you get fired - Washington ESD eligibility question

Got terminated from my warehouse job last week for what they said was 'performance issues' but I think it was really because I complained about safety violations. I'm hearing conflicting info about whether you can collect unemployment if you get fired vs if you quit. Does Washington ESD still approve your claim if you were terminated? I really need to know before I file because I can't afford to wait weeks just to get denied.

One last thing - if you end up needing to call Washington ESD about your claim status, that Claimyr thing people mentioned really does work. I was skeptical at first but it got me through when I needed to talk to someone about my adjudication.

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I'll definitely keep that in mind. Sounds like it's saved a lot of people here a lot of hassle.

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The Washington ESD phone system is so bad that any service that helps is a godsend. I spent literally 40 hours trying to get through one week.

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Bottom line: yes, you can get unemployment if you're fired. File immediately, be honest but strategic about how you describe the termination, and don't let your employer intimidate you. You've got this!

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Thank you so much! This thread has been incredibly helpful and reassuring.

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This is exactly why I love this forum. Real people helping real people navigate the system.

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Ravi Sharma

How will I know if I'm approved for unemployment benefits in Washington?

Filed my initial unemployment claim with Washington ESD about 10 days ago and I'm getting anxious waiting to hear back. I keep checking my account on the Washington ESD website but it just shows my claim is being processed. How will I actually know when I'm approved or denied? Do they send an email, mail something, or do I just have to keep checking the website? This is my first time filing for unemployment and I have no idea what to expect or how long this usually takes.

hang in there! the waiting sucks but most people do get approved if they're eligible. sounds like you have a straightforward case with the layoff so you should be fine

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice and encouragement. This forum has been really reassuring during a stressful time!

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You're welcome! Feel free to come back and ask questions once you start receiving benefits. The weekly claim process and job search requirements can be confusing at first, but there are plenty of people here who can help guide you through it.

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I definitely will. This community seems really supportive for people navigating the unemployment system.

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Dmitry Petrov

How to get money for unemployment through Washington ESD - need help with the process

I just lost my job last week and I'm completely lost on how to actually get unemployment money. I know I need to file with Washington ESD but I have no idea where to start or what steps I need to take to actually receive payments. Can someone walk me through the basic process? I'm really stressed about paying my bills and need to get this figured out ASAP.

One last thing - keep copies of everything you submit and take screenshots of your weekly claims. If there's ever a dispute, you'll want documentation.

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Great advice, I'll make sure to do that

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yeah learned that the hard way when they said I never filed a weekly claim but I had

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Thanks everyone for all the help! Going to start my application today. Hopefully it goes smoothly but at least now I know what to expect.

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And remember that Claimyr option if you need to actually talk to someone at ESD!

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You've got this. The process seems complicated but once you get into the routine it becomes second nature.

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