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Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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Last thought on this - if you're really struggling to get answers from Washington ESD directly, services like Claimyr can be a lifesaver. Sometimes paying for help is worth it when the free option doesn't actually work.
I hate that we have to pay extra just to access services we're already entitled to, but you're probably right that it's sometimes necessary.
Bottom line is the whole system needs reform but that's not happening anytime soon. In the meantime we just have to work within the broken system we have.
Sad but true. At least this thread helped me understand that it's not just me experiencing these issues.
These discussions are actually really valuable for people going through the process. Knowing what to expect helps manage frustration.
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Just want to give everyone hope - my claim was approved after 5 weeks and I got my first payment 3 days later. The backpay covered all the weeks I was waiting. Hang in there!
That's encouraging! I'm at 5 weeks now so maybe I'm close. Thanks for the update.
Keep filing those weekly claims and it should work out. The wait is awful but the system does eventually work.
For what it's worth, I tried that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier and it actually worked. Got connected to Washington ESD within a couple hours and found out my employer hadn't sent in their response yet. At least now I know what's going on instead of just wondering.
Good to hear another positive experience with them. I might give it a shot if I don't hear something soon.
Yeah, the uncertainty was driving me crazy. Worth it just to get some answers and know your claim is actually being worked on.
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Just remember that Washington ESD processes claims Monday through Friday, so if you file your weekly claim on a weekend, it won't be processed until Monday.
Good to know. I'll make sure to file early in the week.
Yeah, and if there's a state holiday, that can delay processing too.
The amounts they pay really haven't kept up with inflation. I collected unemployment in 2019 and the max was $790 per week, now it's $999 but everything costs way more.
At least they increased it some. Better than nothing I guess.
True, but it's still not enough to maintain your standard of living for most people.
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The application process itself is pretty straightforward once you have all your information together. Just make sure you answer all questions honestly and completely. If you're not sure about something, it's better to call and ask than to guess wrong.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about applying now.
Good luck with your application! The process can be frustrating but most people who qualify do eventually get their benefits.
Final tip: keep copies of everything you submit and take screenshots of your weekly claims. The system sometimes has glitches and it's helpful to have proof of what you submitted and when.
Will do. I learned the hard way to keep records with other government agencies.
Smart thinking. Documentation is your best friend when dealing with any government benefits.
Shelby Bauman
Filing for unemployment was the best decision I made after getting fired. Even though I was nervous about it, I got approved and it kept me afloat while job hunting. Don't let fear stop you from filing.
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Derek Olson
•Thanks for the encouragement. I'm definitely filing tomorrow.
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Shelby Bauman
•Good! And remember to keep applying for jobs and documenting your job search. You'll need that for your weekly claims.
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Quinn Herbert
One more thing - if you do get approved, make sure you understand the job search requirements. You need to be actively looking for work and keeping records. Washington ESD can audit your job search log at any time.
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Derek Olson
•How many jobs do I need to apply to each week?
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Quinn Herbert
•It varies based on your local job market, but typically 3-5 job contacts per week. Check with WorkSource for specific requirements in your area.
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