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Just wanted to add that you should still check your account regularly even with open status. Sometimes there are messages or requirements that pop up that you need to address to keep your claim active.
Good advice. I'll make sure to log in regularly and not just assume everything is fine.
Exactly. Better to be proactive than miss something important.
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Bottom line is 8 months of part-time work at 20-25 hours per week should easily meet the wage requirements if he's making at least minimum wage. Washington's thresholds aren't that high compared to what most people earn. The bigger question would be the reason for separation from work when the time comes.
That's reassuring to hear. Sounds like he should be in good shape eligibility-wise if he ever needs to file for unemployment.
Yep, and if there are ever questions about his specific situation, that Claimyr service could help get him connected with Washington ESD to get definitive answers rather than guessing.
Make sure he knows that if he ever does file, he should do it online through the Washington ESD website rather than trying to call. The online system works much better than their phone system, and you can upload documents electronically which speeds things up.
Good advice about filing online. I'll make sure he knows that if the situation ever comes up.
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Been reading through this thread and it's super helpful! I'm in a similar situation and was worried about how much I'd get. Sounds like Washington is pretty fair with their benefit amounts compared to what I hear about other states.
Yeah everyone here has been really helpful! Makes the whole process seem less intimidating.
That's what this community is for - helping each other navigate the unemployment system. Good luck to both of you!
Last tip from me - if you need to talk to Washington ESD about your benefit calculation or any other issues with your claim, seriously consider using Claimyr. I know I mentioned it before but it really does save so much time and frustration. The peace of mind of actually getting through to someone is worth it.
I was skeptical at first but ended up trying Claimyr when I couldn't reach anyone for weeks. Worked exactly like they said it would - got connected to an agent and resolved my issue the same day.
Definitely keeping this in my back pocket in case I need it. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
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Just wanted to add that if you're in a federally declared disaster area, don't wait to apply thinking the situation might improve quickly. The 30-day application deadline is firm, and these disaster situations often take much longer to resolve than people expect.
Thanks for that reminder. I'll start my application this week. Better to apply and not need it than miss the deadline.
Exactly. You can always withdraw the claim if your work situation improves, but you can't file late and expect to get benefits.
One more thing to consider - DUA can also cover people who were scheduled to start a new job but couldn't because of the disaster. It's not just for people who lost existing jobs.
Definitely worth applying. If you can show the job offer was legitimate and was withdrawn due to disaster damage, you may qualify.
That's the kind of specific question where talking to a Washington ESD agent through Claimyr could really help clarify your eligibility.
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If anyone's still struggling to reach Washington ESD about work history verification, I had success with Claimyr recently. They got me connected within an hour to an agent who could access my wage records. Much better than spending days trying to get through the regular phone lines.
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Lindsey Fry
•I think I'm going to try that. The uncertainty is killing me and I need to know for sure if I qualify.
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Talia Klein
•Same here. I wasted so much time trying to figure it out on my own when I could have just talked to someone who could look up my actual records.
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Maxwell St. Laurent
Bottom line: if you earned at least $3,850 in wages during your base year and worked in at least 2 quarters, you should qualify. The gaps between jobs don't matter as long as you meet those thresholds. File your claim and let Washington ESD make the determination.
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Lindsey Fry
•Thank you everyone for all the help! I'm feeling much more confident about applying now.
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PaulineW
•Good luck! Hope your claim goes through smoothly.
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