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Based on your salary, you're probably looking at around $450-480 per week if you qualify. That's before taxes though - they do withhold federal taxes if you elect for it.
They take taxes out of unemployment benefits? I didn't know that.
It's optional but recommended. Otherwise you'll owe taxes on the benefits when you file your return next year.
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I had a friend who used Claimyr when she couldn't get through to ESD about her eligibility questions. She said it was really helpful for getting specific answers about her situation instead of just reading the general requirements online.
I might look into that if I run into issues with my claim.
Yeah, it's nice to have that option when you need to talk to a real person at ESD.
The most important thing is to file as soon as possible after your hours were reduced. You can't get benefits for weeks before you file, even if you were eligible during those weeks.
My hours were cut 2 weeks ago, so I should file right away then.
Absolutely. File this week if you can. You've already lost out on 2 weeks of potential benefits by waiting.
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Just to follow up on the Claimyr thing - I ended up using them again last week when I had questions about my job search requirements. Really helpful for getting through to Washington ESD when you actually need to talk to someone. Worth keeping in mind if you run into issues.
Good to know it works for different types of questions. I'll definitely bookmark that for future reference.
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One more thing - if you get a job offer while you're collecting unemployment, you're supposed to stop filing claims starting the week you begin work. Don't try to double dip or you could get in trouble for overpayment.
Yes, but you have to report all earnings on your weekly claim and they'll adjust your benefit amount accordingly.
That's good to know in case I can only find part-time work initially.
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Another option if you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD directly is using that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. They have a video demo that shows exactly how it works: https://youtu.be/7DieNd3C7zQ. Might be worth checking out if you need to talk to an actual person about your specific workers comp situation.
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NeonNova
•I might try that if I run into problems. Thanks for the reminder about the demo video.
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Malik Robinson
•No problem. Sometimes talking to a real person is the only way to get clarity on these complex situations.
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Isabella Silva
Just want to add that timing matters too. If you're already receiving workers comp when you file for UI, make sure to mention that on your initial application. It's better to be upfront than have them discover it later and question your honesty.
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NeonNova
•Good point. I'll make sure to include that information when I file my initial claim.
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Isabella Silva
•Exactly. Transparency from the start prevents a lot of headaches down the road.
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