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Based on what you described in your original post, it sounds like you should qualify. Reduction of hours to the point where you can't sustain yourself is typically considered good cause for leaving. Just make sure you have documentation showing your hour reduction when you apply.
Thank you! I do have my old schedules showing the reduction in hours. I feel more confident about applying now after reading everyone's responses.
You're welcome! Good luck with your claim. The process can be stressful but it sounds like you have a strong case.
One last tip - file your claim as soon as possible. You can't get benefits for weeks before you file, so don't wait thinking you might find a job quickly. You can always stop filing weekly claims if you find work.
That's great advice. I was hesitant to file because I thought it might hurt my chances of getting hired somewhere, but I need the income while I'm job searching.
Exactly! There's no shame in using a safety net that you've paid into through your payroll taxes. That's what it's there for.
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One more thing to watch out for - make sure your direct deposit info is still current. I had to update mine because I switched banks during my waiting period and almost had my payment sent to a closed account.
You can update your direct deposit info anytime in your Washington ESD account under payment options
Exactly - better to check it now than have to wait even longer for payment
Congrats again OP! Hope you get that payment soon and can finally relax a bit. This whole process is way more stressful than it should be.
Please do update us! Always good to have current info about processing times
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The good news is that Washington ESD has improved their online system a lot over the past few years. Filing your initial claim is much smoother now than it used to be. Just make sure you have all your employment history ready when you apply.
I'll make sure to gather all my employment documents just in case. Better to be over-prepared.
Smart approach. Having everything ready makes the process much less stressful.
One last thing - if you do get approved for benefits, remember that unemployment is taxable income. You can choose to have taxes withheld or pay them when you file your return. Just something to consider for planning purposes.
Good point! I wouldn't have thought about the tax implications. Thanks for mentioning that.
No problem! It's one of those things people forget about until tax season rolls around.
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The good news is once your claim is approved, payments usually come pretty quickly. I get mine via direct deposit every Tuesday for the previous week.
You can also get a debit card if you don't want direct deposit. Both options are free.
I'll probably do direct deposit. Seems faster and more convenient.
Yara Sayegh
Bottom line - plan for 25 weeks of benefits max, keep doing your job searches, and start looking for work right away. The job market is decent right now but it can take months to find something good.
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Carmen Vega
•Thanks everyone for all the advice. This is way more helpful than trying to navigate the Washington ESD website alone.
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Keisha Johnson
•Good luck with your job search! The warehouse industry is pretty busy right now so hopefully you'll find something soon.
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Paolo Longo
One last thing - keep all your documentation! If there's ever a question about your eligibility or they audit your claim, you'll need proof of your job searches and any work you did while collecting benefits.
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Paolo Longo
•Job search log, copies of applications you submitted, any correspondence with Washington ESD, and records of any part-time work or income.
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CosmicCowboy
•I keep everything in a folder on my computer. Makes it easy to find if they ask for it later.
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