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One more thing - make sure your employer doesn't contest your claim. If they do, it could delay your benefits while Washington ESD investigates. Most layoffs are straightforward but it's something to be aware of.
It's a company-wide layoff due to budget cuts, so hopefully that won't be an issue. But good to know it could happen.
This has been a really informative thread. I'm saving it for reference because I know other people in my situation who could use this info. Thanks everyone!
Agreed! I feel so much more prepared now. I'll definitely file first thing Monday morning.
Good luck with your claim! The process seems scary at first but it's pretty straightforward once you get started.
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If it helps your peace of mind, you can always call Washington ESD to verify your claim status or ask questions about your account. Though like others mentioned, using a service like Claimyr might be your best bet for actually getting through to someone.
Good point. I might use that service if I have any specific questions come up. Thanks for the suggestion!
The bottom line is Washington ESD wants to pay benefits to people who are legitimately unemployed and following the rules. The fraud detection is there to catch bad actors, not to trip up honest claimants. You sound like you're doing everything right.
That's exactly what I needed to hear. I feel much better about my situation now. This community is so helpful!
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One thing to keep in mind - if you end up finding temporary work while waiting for your regular job to become accessible again, you'll need to report that income on your DUA weekly claims. It might reduce your benefit amount but you can still get partial benefits.
That's good to know. I was thinking about looking for something temporary just in case.
Yeah, temporary work won't disqualify you from DUA as long as your regular job is still inaccessible due to the disaster.
For what it's worth, I found the Claimyr thing mentioned earlier actually worked pretty well when I needed to get through to Washington ESD about my regular claim. Saved me hours of calling and redialing. Might be worth trying if you're having trouble reaching them about DUA.
I'll definitely consider it if I can't get through on my own. Thanks for the recommendation!
Anything beats sitting on hold for hours just to get disconnected
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Remember that even if you qualify based on work history, you still need to be able and available for work to receive benefits. If you have any restrictions on the type of work you can do or hours you're available, make sure to report that accurately when you file.
I should be able to work full-time in my field without restrictions. Is there anything specific I should know about the 'able and available' requirement?
Just be honest about your availability and job search efforts. Don't turn down suitable work offers, and be prepared to accept work that's reasonably related to your skills and experience.
One last thought - document everything happening at work right now. Even if you don't end up needing it for unemployment, it's good to have records of performance discussions, any training offered, deadlines given, etc. It shows you were engaged and trying to meet expectations.
I'll start keeping better records. Thanks for all the advice everyone - this has been really helpful in understanding what to expect.
Good luck with your situation. Remember, performance issues happen and don't reflect on your worth as a person. Focus on what you can control and have a plan ready just in case.
Leila Haddad
One more thing to consider - make sure you understand the tax implications of IHSS income too. It might affect your taxes differently than regular employment.
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Carlos Mendoza
•Good point. I hadn't even thought about the tax side of things yet.
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Emma Johnson
•Yeah, since IHSS is technically self-employment income, you might need to pay self-employment taxes on it.
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Ravi Patel
Bottom line from my experience: Report the IHSS income, keep doing your job searches, and don't stress too much about it. Washington ESD deals with this situation all the time.
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TechNinja
•And remember, if you ever need to clarify anything directly with Washington ESD, Claimyr can help you get through to an agent without the usual phone hassles.
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Carlos Mendoza
•I'll definitely keep that in mind. Thanks again everyone!
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