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good luck with your claim! the whole process is stressful but once you get into the routine of filing weekly claims it becomes easier
Thanks everyone for all the help! I feel much more prepared to tackle this now.
One last tip - if you do any work while receiving benefits, even just a few hours, make sure you report it on your weekly claim. Not reporting work can create overpayment issues later.
What if I do some freelance work or odd jobs?
Report all work and earnings, even cash jobs or freelance work. Washington ESD has ways of finding out and the penalties for not reporting are severe.
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Has anyone actually used all 26 weeks? I'm curious how common it is for people to need the full duration.
I came close during the 2008 recession - used about 24 weeks before finding work. It really depends on your industry and the job market. Some people find work quickly, others need more time.
I used all 26 weeks a few years ago. It was stressful but I'm glad the system gave me enough time to find a good job instead of just taking anything out of desperation.
One last question - does Washington ESD send you reminders as you get close to exhausting your benefits?
That's reassuring. At least they give you a heads up so you can plan accordingly.
Just remember, if you need to talk to someone at Washington ESD about your remaining benefits or next steps, that Claimyr service I mentioned can really help you get through their phone system.
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The Washington ESD website actually has a pretty good eligibility tool where you can check if you qualify before applying. Might be worth trying that first to get a rough idea.
I'll definitely check that out. Thanks for the tip!
Based on what you described - working 8 months at decent hours and being laid off - you should definitely qualify. The main thing is just making sure you understand the ongoing requirements like job search and filing weekly claims on time.
This thread has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about applying now.
Good luck with your application! Feel free to ask if you run into any issues during the process.
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This thread has been super informative. I didn't realize you could transition from disability to unemployment benefits. Good to know for future reference!
It's definitely not something most people think about until they need it. The key is understanding that unemployment benefits are based on your work history, not your most recent employment status.
That makes total sense when you explain it that way.
Freya Pedersen
One more tip - if your employer contests your claim for any reason, don't panic. Layoffs are usually pretty clear cut, but if there's a dispute you'll get a chance to tell your side of the story.
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Ava Rodriguez
•I don't think my employer would contest it since it was clearly a layoff, but good to know I'd have options if they did.
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Omar Hassan
The whole process seems scary at first but it's really not that bad once you get started. Just be truthful and thorough in your application.
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Ava Rodriguez
•Thanks everyone for all the advice! I feel much more confident about this now.
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Miguel Ortiz
•You've got this! Layoffs are one of the most straightforward cases for unemployment approval.
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