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Don't stress too much about having every single detail perfect. You can make corrections later if needed. The important thing is to file as soon as possible because benefits are only paid from the date you file, not from when you became unemployed.
That's reassuring. I was worried about making a mistake and messing up my whole claim.
Minor mistakes can usually be corrected but it's still better to be as accurate as possible upfront to avoid adjudication delays.
Thanks everyone for all this helpful information! I feel much more prepared now. Going to gather all my documents this weekend and file on Monday. Appreciate the detailed responses.
Good luck with your application! Come back and let us know if you run into any issues.
You've got this! Having all the information ready beforehand makes the process much smoother.
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I think the confusion comes from some of the federal programs during COVID that had different rules. Regular state unemployment benefits have always been available multiple times as long as you meet eligibility.
That makes sense. There were so many different programs during that time.
Yeah PUA and all those programs are gone now. Just regular UI benefits with the same rules as before.
Bottom line - no limit on how many times you can collect unemployment in Washington. Just need to meet the eligibility requirements each time. Your friend was definitely wrong about the lifetime limit thing.
Thanks everyone! This thread really put my mind at ease. I'll file my claim tomorrow.
Good luck with your claim! Hope it goes smoothly for you.
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Welcome to the unemployment club! Hope you find work soon but at least you have some support while you're looking.
Thanks! Hopefully this is temporary but good to know I have some help.
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One last tip - save all your confirmation numbers and print out important documents from your Washington ESD account. Having records helps if there are any issues later.
Great advice! I'll make sure to keep good records of everything.
It's saved me multiple times when I needed to reference something from my claim history.
The process might seem overwhelming at first, but thousands of people go through it successfully. Just take it one step at a time and don't hesitate to ask for help when you need it.
This whole thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about filing now!
That's what this community is for! Good luck with your claim and feel free to ask if you have more questions.
Vera Visnjic
Also be aware that if you do any work while collecting unemployment, even part-time or temporary work, you need to report it on your weekly claim. Working doesn't necessarily disqualify you, but failing to report it can get you in trouble for fraud.
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Jake Sinclair
•What happens if you work just a few hours? Do they reduce your benefits?
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Vera Visnjic
•Yes, they'll typically reduce your weekly benefit by a portion of what you earned, but you might still receive some unemployment benefits. The exact calculation depends on how much you earned that week.
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Brielle Johnson
One last tip - keep detailed records of everything related to your unemployment claim. Save all correspondence from Washington ESD, keep copies of your weekly claims, and document all your job search activities. If any issues come up later, having good records will save you a lot of headaches.
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Ben Cooper
•This has been incredibly helpful, everyone. I feel much more prepared for this process now. Hopefully I won't need to file, but at least I know what to expect if I do.
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Naila Gordon
•Good luck with your situation! And remember, unemployment insurance is there for exactly these kinds of circumstances. Don't feel bad about using it if you need it - you've been paying into the system through your paychecks.
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