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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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I'm going through something similar right now and honestly the whole process has been way more complicated than it should be. But stick with it because the benefits do help once they start coming through.
Thanks for the encouragement. It does seem overwhelming but everyone here has been really helpful.
Good luck with your claim! The initial filing is honestly the hardest part. Once you get into the routine of weekly claims and job searching it becomes more manageable.
Thank you! I'm feeling much more confident about the process after reading everyone's advice here.
You're welcome! Don't hesitate to come back if you run into any issues. This community is pretty good about helping each other out.
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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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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.
Dylan Mitchell
Just wanted to add that you should also look into other assistance programs while you're unemployed. Food stamps, rental assistance, utility help - every little bit helps especially if your unemployment is being garnished.
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Diego Vargas
•Good point. I should probably apply for food stamps too since my income is going to be so low.
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Dylan Mitchell
•Definitely. And check with 211 (dial 2-1-1) for local resources. They can point you to food banks, rent assistance programs, all kinds of help.
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Sofia Morales
One thing to keep in mind - your unemployment benefits might be taxable income, so set aside a little bit for taxes even after the child support garnishment. Don't want to get hit with a surprise tax bill next year.
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Diego Vargas
•Ugh, I didn't even think about taxes. So they take money for child support AND I still owe taxes on it?
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Sofia Morales
•Unfortunately yes. You can elect to have taxes withheld from your unemployment payments, which might be easier than owing a lump sum later.
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