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- Redial until on hold
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I tried that Claimyr service too after seeing it mentioned here and it actually worked great. Got connected to an agent who helped me understand why my claim was taking so long. Definitely recommend it for anyone having trouble reaching Washington ESD.
Good to hear multiple people vouching for it. I'll keep it in mind if I run into issues.
Bottom line: 26 weeks maximum, weekly amount based on your earnings, you have to actively look for work, and keep good records of everything. File as soon as possible after you lose your job because there's usually a one-week waiting period before benefits start.
Perfect summary, thank you! I feel much more prepared to file my claim now.
Glad this thread was helpful. Good luck with your job search!
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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.
I'll definitely keep that in mind. Sounds like it's saved a lot of people here a lot of hassle.
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.
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!
Thank you so much! This thread has been incredibly helpful and reassuring.
This is exactly why I love this forum. Real people helping real people navigate the system.
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Washington ESD has improved their online system a lot over the past few years. It used to crash constantly but now it's pretty stable. Just don't wait until Sunday night to file your weekly claims - that's when everyone else is doing it and the system can get slow.
Good to know about the timing. What day of the week is best to file?
I usually file on Tuesday or Wednesday mornings. System seems fastest then and you're not rushed against the deadline.
Last thing - make sure you read all the information they send you about your claim. There's usually a handbook or guide that explains your rights and responsibilities. It's boring but important stuff that can save you problems later.
Will do! Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice. I feel much more confident about filing now.
Good luck! You've got this. The hardest part is just getting started - the rest follows a routine.
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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
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice and encouragement. This forum has been really reassuring during a stressful time!
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.
I definitely will. This community seems really supportive for people navigating the unemployment system.
Connor O'Neill
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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Dmitry Petrov
•Great advice, I'll make sure to do that
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Miguel Castro
•yeah learned that the hard way when they said I never filed a weekly claim but I had
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Dmitry Petrov
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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LunarEclipse
•And remember that Claimyr option if you need to actually talk to someone at ESD!
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Zainab Ibrahim
•You've got this. The process seems complicated but once you get into the routine it becomes second nature.
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