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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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Thank you! I'll try right now.

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Just tried and it worked for me too. Crisis averted!

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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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Good to know for next time. Thanks everyone for the help!

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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.

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Agreed! A simple email reminder when you have a few weeks left would be so helpful.

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The whole system could use better communication. So many people get caught off guard by changes or deadlines.

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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.

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Perfect! This is exactly what I needed. Found mine too - benefit year ends in June but I only have about 10 weeks of benefits left to use.

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Thanks for sharing the exact steps! This saved me a lot of searching around the website.

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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.

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Good advice. I've been keeping everything in a folder but should probably scan it all too.

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Definitely scan or take photos. Digital copies are easier to submit if they request documentation online.

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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.

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Agreed! I feel much more confident about my claim now. This community is great.

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Happy to help. We've all been through the unemployment process and know how stressful it can be. Good luck with your claim!

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That's a good clarification. I'm hoping for a favorable ALJ decision that both sides accept so this can finally be over.

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Most cases end at the ALJ level, so you should be in good shape if the hearing went as well as you described.

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Update us when you hear back about the backdating! I'm curious how it goes since I might be in a similar situation soon.

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Will do! Going to try calling tomorrow morning and see if I can get through to explain my situation.

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Good luck with the backdating request. The fact that you filed as soon as you understood the process should work in your favor. Shows you weren't trying to delay or game the system.

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That's what I'm hoping they'll see. I really did file as soon as I realized I should have done it earlier.

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