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usually pending from earnings clears up automatically, no action needed on your part
That's reassuring, I was worried I needed to do something I wasn't aware of.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! Sounds like I just need to be patient since I reported earnings. I'll give it another week and if it's still pending, I'll look into that Claimyr service to get some official answers from Washington ESD.
Good plan! Most earnings-related pending issues resolve on their own within that timeframe.
Smart approach. Hope it clears up soon for you!
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I'm curious - does the disqualification week count toward your total benefit weeks? Like if you're eligible for 26 weeks of benefits, does the disqualification week make it effectively 25 weeks of payments?
No, the disqualification week doesn't reduce your total benefit entitlement. You still get your full 26 weeks of payable benefits, just starting one week later than you would have otherwise.
That's a relief. At least they don't penalize you twice for the same issue.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I feel much better understanding what the disqualification week means. I'm going to submit my layoff paperwork to Washington ESD and keep filing my weekly claims. Hopefully everything goes smoothly from here.
Good plan! Keep us updated on how it goes. And remember that one disqualification week is pretty minor in the grand scheme of things.
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One more tip - when you file your initial claim, double-check all your employer information and wages. If there are errors, it can delay your claim for weeks while they sort it out during adjudication.
Adjudication is when Washington ESD has to investigate something about your claim - like if there's conflicting information about why you lost your job or if your wages don't match what your employer reported.
My claim was in adjudication for 5 weeks because my employer said I quit but I was actually laid off. Finally got it resolved but it was stressful.
The whole process is confusing and stressful. I wish there was a simpler way to get accurate information about benefit amounts without having to navigate the Washington ESD phone system.
That's why services like Claimyr exist - to help people cut through the bureaucracy and get real answers from actual Washington ESD staff.
I'm definitely going to look into that if I ever need to deal with unemployment again. Thanks for mentioning it.
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For anyone else reading this later - the key thing is to not panic if it doesn't show up immediately. As long as your eServices account shows 'paid' status, the money is coming.
Good point. The status on eServices is the most reliable indicator of whether payment is actually processed.
yep paid status means its on the way for sure
Final summary for anyone who finds this thread: Washington ESD direct deposits typically arrive 1-2 business days after your weekly claim shows 'paid' status. First-time deposits can take 3-5 days. Always verify your banking information is correct in eServices.
And if you need to speak with Washington ESD directly about payment issues, there are services like Claimyr that can help you get through their phone system.
Thanks everyone for sharing your knowledge. This thread is super helpful.
Fatima Al-Hashimi
Remember that collecting unemployment isn't something to be ashamed of - you paid into this system and you're entitled to benefits when you qualify. Focus on your job search and use this time to maybe improve your skills or explore different career options. Many people come out of unemployment in better positions than before.
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StarStrider
•Thank you for saying that. I was feeling pretty down about the whole situation but you're right - I did pay into this system.
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NeonNova
Good luck with your claim! File as soon as possible and make sure to complete all the required steps. The Washington ESD website has pretty good tutorials and FAQs if you get stuck on anything specific. You've got this!
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StarStrider
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much more confident about filing now. Going to start the process this afternoon!
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Zara Malik
•That's great to hear! Don't hesitate to come back and ask if you run into any specific issues during the process.
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