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One more tip - screenshot everything in your Washington ESD account regularly. I've heard of people losing claim information and having to start over.
Great idea, I'll start doing that now.
Yes! Also print or save copies of all your weekly claim confirmations.
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OP, given your situation with walking out, I'd strongly recommend filing anyway and being completely honest about what happened. Worst case you get denied and can appeal. Best case they find your reasons were justified. You won't know until you try, and you're losing potential benefits every week you wait.
You're right. I keep going back and forth but I should just file and see what happens. Thanks for all the advice everyone.
Good luck! Make sure to keep applying for jobs while you wait for the decision. The job search requirement starts immediately even if your claim is under review.
One more thing - if you do get disqualified and appeal, consider getting help preparing for your hearing. The appeals process can be tricky and having your facts organized makes a big difference. I've seen people lose appeals just because they didn't present their case clearly.
Are there free resources for help with appeals or do you have to pay for legal help?
Some legal aid societies help with unemployment appeals for free. You can also represent yourself - just make sure you understand the process and have all your documentation ready.
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One thing to watch out for - if you're getting unemployment and then find a driving job that requires you to be away from home for extended periods, make sure you understand how that affects your availability for other work.
I'm mainly looking for OTR positions anyway, so being away from home is expected in trucking.
Right, that's normal for trucking. I was more referring to other types of work, but for drivers it's understood that the job requires travel.
Good luck with your claim! The trucking industry will bounce back and there will be more opportunities. In the meantime, Washington ESD benefits should help you get through this rough patch.
Thanks for all the encouragement and advice everyone! Feeling much more confident about filing now.
You're welcome! This forum is great for helping each other navigate the unemployment system.
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Just wanted to add that if you're dealing with cyclical unemployment, make sure to use this time productively. Take online courses, get certifications, maybe learn some new skills. When the cycle turns and jobs come back, you'll be even more competitive.
That's great advice. I've been thinking about getting some additional safety certifications.
Perfect! OSHA certifications are always valuable in construction and might make you stand out when hiring picks up.
For anyone still struggling to reach Washington ESD about cyclical unemployment questions, I had success with that Claimyr service mentioned earlier. Worth trying if you're spending hours on hold like I was. Finally got answers about my claim status and job search requirements.
I'm definitely going to look into that. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Glad it worked for you too! It's such a relief when you can actually talk to someone at Washington ESD.
ElectricDreamer
Make sure when you file that you're totally honest about why you left your job. If there are any issues with your separation Washington ESD will contact your employer and any inconsistencies can delay or disqualify your claim.
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Zara Khan
•I was laid off due to slow business so that should be straightforward. No performance issues or anything like that.
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Ava Johnson
•Layoffs are usually the cleanest reason for unemployment claims. You should have no issues getting approved.
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Miguel Diaz
Also remember that your first week is usually a waiting week where you don't get paid, so factor that into your planning. Your benefits start with the second week if you're approved.
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Zara Khan
•Good to know about the waiting week. I'll make sure I have enough savings to cover that gap.
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Zainab Ahmed
•The waiting week applies to your first claim ever, not necessarily if you've filed for unemployment before in Washington.
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