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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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Keep in mind that even after you get your first payment, subsequent weekly payments can still have delays if Washington ESD needs to verify your continued eligibility or job search activities. The first payment is just the beginning.
Good point, I shouldn't assume it'll be smooth sailing after the first payment.
Yeah stay on top of your job search requirements, they do random audits
For what it's worth, most people I know got their first payment within 2-3 weeks. The horror stories you hear online are usually the exception, not the rule. Try not to stress too much while you wait.
Thanks for the perspective. It's easy to assume the worst when you're reading about all the problems online.
True, people are way more likely to post when they're having problems than when everything goes smoothly
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Also keep in mind that if you work part-time while collecting, that can extend how long your benefits last since you're not collecting the full amount each week. It's called partial unemployment and it can stretch out your 26 weeks over a longer period.
Yes, as long as you earn less than your weekly benefit amount plus $5. Washington ESD has specific rules about reporting part-time earnings.
Just make sure you report any work income on your weekly claims. They're strict about that and failure to report can cause big problems.
The short answer is 6 months maximum for regular Washington unemployment benefits. But start your job search immediately and don't count on getting the full 26 weeks. Things can change and it's better to be prepared.
Thanks everyone for all the detailed responses. This has been really helpful in understanding what to expect.
Good luck with your job search! The Washington job market isn't too bad right now in most sectors.
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If you have problems with certification that you can't resolve online, calling Washington ESD is your best bet. Though like someone mentioned earlier, their phone system is frustrating. I've heard good things about that Claimyr service for getting through to them faster.
I'm going to bookmark that Claimyr site just in case I run into problems.
Smart idea. Better to have it ready than spend hours on hold when you're stressed about a certification issue.
One more tip: Print or screenshot your certification confirmation each week. It's proof you submitted it on time if there's ever a question about your claim.
Great advice! I'll start doing that from my first certification.
It's saved me from having to prove I certified on time more than once. Always good to have documentation.
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The benefit amount seems reasonable but remember you also need to think about health insurance. If you lose your job you might lose your health coverage too, so factor that into your planning.
Ugh, I didn't even think about that. My employer does provide health insurance. This is getting complicated.
Yeah, COBRA can be expensive. Sometimes it's worth looking into marketplace plans if you end up unemployed.
Freya Christensen
The psychological impact of identity theft is real too. Don't hesitate to talk to someone if you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious about this. It's a major violation and it's normal to feel upset about it.
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
•Thank you for saying that. I've been feeling really violated and angry about the whole situation. It helps to know that's normal.
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Freya Christensen
•Absolutely normal reaction. Take care of your mental health while dealing with all the paperwork and bureaucracy.
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Omar Farouk
Update us when you get this resolved! It helps other people going through the same thing to know there's light at the end of the tunnel.
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
•I definitely will. This thread has been incredibly helpful - thank you everyone for all the advice and support!
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