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The uncertainty is the worst part of all this. I wish Washington ESD would just send clearer communication about benefit timelines instead of making us figure it out ourselves.
UPDATE: Found my benefit year info! For anyone else looking, in eServices go to 'Claim & Payment Status' then click on 'View Claim Details.' It shows benefit year begin and end dates right at the top. Mine ends in April so I have about 4 months left in my benefit year but only 6 weeks of actual benefits remaining.
Final tip for everyone - keep all your documentation organized. Pay stubs, separation paperwork, correspondence from Washington ESD. If they ever audit your claim or you need to appeal something, you'll need all of it.
This thread has been super helpful! I was worried about the whole process but it seems more straightforward than I thought. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences.
Update us when you hear back about the backdating! I'm curious how it goes since I might be in a similar situation soon.
Emma Thompson
UPDATE: I was finally able to certify about an hour ago. Looks like whatever was wrong with the system got fixed. Try again if you're still having issues!
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Carmen Ruiz
•Thank you! I'll try right now.
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Malik Jackson
•Just tried and it worked for me too. Crisis averted!
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Isabella Costa
For future reference, if this happens again and you can't get the website to work, you can also certify over the phone using the automated system. The number is 1-800-318-6022.
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Carmen Ruiz
•Good to know for next time. Thanks everyone for the help!
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