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Final myth I'll mention: 'Unemployment benefits are the same amount for everyone.' Your weekly benefit amount is calculated based on your previous earnings, so people with higher wages generally receive higher benefits up to the state maximum.
How do they calculate the exact amount? Is there a formula?
It's based on your highest quarter of earnings in your base period. Washington ESD has a benefit calculator on their website that can give you an estimate.
This has been a great discussion! It's amazing how many myths and incorrect statements circulate about unemployment compensation. When in doubt, always check with Washington ESD directly rather than relying on secondhand information.
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Thanks everyone for clearing up these misconceptions. I'm bookmarking this thread to reference later when I file my claim.
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Bottom line for OP: with your income level, you'll probably get somewhere in the $600-800 range weekly, but use the official calculator and file your claim to get the exact amount. Don't let the complexity stop you from filing if you're eligible.
Thank you everyone for all the help! I feel much more confident about filing my claim now. Really appreciate all the detailed responses.
Good luck with your claim! The process gets easier once you understand it.
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I went through something similar and won my appeal. The key was showing that reasonable person would have quit under those circumstances. Your hour reduction sounds even more extreme than mine was.
That's exactly what I'm hoping to prove. A 75% hour reduction isn't sustainable for anyone.
definitely not, especially with gas and commute costs making those few hours barely worthwhile
One more tip - if you have any medical conditions or family obligations that made the reduced schedule particularly problematic, mention those in your appeal. It adds to the 'good cause' argument.
I do have a child in daycare, and the reduced hours actually made it harder to afford childcare while working so little.
Perfect example! That's definitely relevant to include in your appeal documentation.
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The two-quarter requirement is pretty standard across most states, but the earnings thresholds vary. Washington's requirements are actually pretty reasonable compared to some other places.
Good to know! I was worried it might be really hard to qualify working part-time, but it sounds like it's doable if you work consistently.
Yeah, as long as you're earning decent wages in those quarters, part-time work can definitely qualify you. The key is consistency and meeting those earnings thresholds.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel like I understand the requirements much better now. Hopefully I won't need to use this information, but it's good to know where I stand.
You're welcome! It's always smart to understand your benefits before you need them.
Agreed. Most people don't think about unemployment until they're already unemployed, which makes everything more stressful.
Liam McConnell
Bottom line - if you get let go, file immediately and let Washington ESD make the determination. Don't second-guess yourself about whether you qualify. Better to apply and get denied than not apply and miss out on benefits you were entitled to.
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Chloe Martin
•That's probably the best advice. I tend to overthink these things when I should just apply and see what happens.
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Liam McConnell
•Exactly. The worst they can do is say no, but you might be surprised and qualify even when you weren't sure.
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Chloe Martin
•Several people have mentioned that service now. Might be worth looking into if I can't get through the normal way.
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Amara Oluwaseyi
•Yeah, it's frustrating that we need a third-party service just to reach our own state agency, but it definitely works when you need answers quickly.
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