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Been through this process twice now and honestly the hardest part is always getting accurate information when you have questions. The website has a lot of info but sometimes you really need to talk to a human.
True, I wish I had known about options like that when I was going through it the first time.
One last thing to remember - your benefit amount might change if you have a break in your claim and reopen it later. Washington ESD might recalculate based on more recent wage information.
Hopefully I won't need to worry about that! Planning to find a new job as quickly as possible.
That's the right attitude! The unemployment benefits are there as a safety net while you search. Good luck with your job hunt!
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One last tip - screenshot everything when you file. Save your confirmation numbers and keep records of all your communications with Washington ESD. You'll thank yourself later if any issues come up.
Great advice! I learned that lesson the hard way with my first claim. Documentation is key with these government agencies.
Absolutely. I keep a folder with all my unemployment stuff - claim numbers, correspondence, job search logs, everything. Saved me multiple times when they asked for proof of something.
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Just want to add that if you get denied for any reason, you can appeal the decision. Don't just accept a denial if you think you really qualify. The appeal process exists for a reason.
How long do you have to file an appeal?
I think it's 30 days from the date of the denial notice. But check the notice when you get it because it will have the exact deadline.
One last tip - if you do get approved, make sure you understand what happens if you turn down a job offer. Washington ESD can deny your benefits if you refuse suitable work without good cause.
It depends on how long you've been unemployed and your previous experience. Generally in the first few weeks they expect you to look for similar work, but after a while you might need to consider other types of jobs too.
The key factors are the wage compared to your previous job, your skills and experience, the distance from your home, and working conditions. Early in your claim you can be more selective.
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Just to follow up on the Claimyr thing - I ended up using them again last week when I had questions about my job search requirements. Really helpful for getting through to Washington ESD when you actually need to talk to someone. Worth keeping in mind if you run into issues.
Good to know it works for different types of questions. I'll definitely bookmark that for future reference.
Ravi Patel
One thing to keep in mind is that your first payment might be delayed if they need to verify your employment. Have your pay stubs and W-2s ready in case they ask for documentation.
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Lena Müller
•I have all my pay stubs saved digitally. Should I upload them when I file or wait until they ask?
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Ravi Patel
•Wait until they ask. The system usually processes claims without additional documentation unless there's a red flag.
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Astrid Bergström
Made $24/hour and got $612 per week. Pretty fair considering I was supporting a family. The key is filing immediately after your last day of work and staying on top of your weekly claims. Miss one week and you lose that week's benefits permanently.
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Lena Müller
•Thanks for the real numbers. That gives me a good idea of what to expect.
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Astrid Bergström
•No problem. Also set up direct deposit when you file - checks take forever to arrive by mail.
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