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Lucas Parker

How long does an employer have to contest unemployment benefits in Washington?

My former employer just filed a protest against my unemployment claim after I'd already been receiving benefits for 5 weeks. I thought there was a deadline for them to contest it? Now Washington ESD is saying my claim might be under review and I'm worried they'll make me pay everything back. Does anyone know what the actual time limit is for employers to challenge unemployment claims? This seems really unfair that they can wait this long and then suddenly decide to fight it.

Just wanted to follow up on the Claimyr suggestion from earlier. If you do need to speak with Washington ESD about this protest situation, that service really does work well for getting through their phone system. Much better than the frustration of trying to call during business hours and never getting through.

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Lucas Parker

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I think I'm going to try it. This uncertainty about the protest is driving me crazy and I need to know what's actually happening with my claim.

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Nolan Carter

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same here, been trying to call for weeks about my own issue. might as well try something that actually works

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Lucas Parker

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Update: Thanks everyone for all the information and advice. I'm going to continue filing my weekly claims like suggested and gather up any documentation I have about my layoff. Hopefully this protest doesn't go anywhere but at least now I know what to expect in the process. This forum has been incredibly helpful!

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you've got this! just be thorough in your response when you get the paperwork and you should be fine

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hope it works out better for you than it did for me. keep us updated if you feel like it

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Millie Long

How do I qualify for unemployment benefits in Washington - confused about requirements

I'm really confused about whether I qualify for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD. I was laid off from my retail job last month after working there for about 8 months. I've heard different things from friends about what you need to qualify - some say you need to work a full year, others say 6 months is enough. I made around $28,000 last year between two different jobs. I'm also not sure if I need to have been fired or if being laid off counts. Can someone explain the actual requirements to qualify for UI benefits in Washington? I don't want to waste time applying if I don't meet the criteria.

Ryder Greene

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The hardest part for me was understanding the base period calculation. I recommend calling Washington ESD to verify your eligibility before applying if you're unsure about your wage history.

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Or use that Claimyr service someone mentioned to actually get through to them without waiting on hold all day.

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Ryder Greene

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Yeah, that would definitely save time compared to the regular phone system.

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Based on what you've described - being laid off after 8 months of work and earning $28k last year - you should definitely qualify for Washington unemployment benefits. Just make sure to apply soon since there can be delays in processing.

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Millie Long

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I'm going to apply this week.

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Good luck! The process isn't as complicated as it seems once you get started.

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Diego Flores

Washington ESD unemployment weekly benefit amount 2024 - how much is unemployment?

I'm trying to figure out what my weekly unemployment benefit amount will be from Washington ESD in 2024. I was making around $58,000 a year at my last job and got laid off in November. I know the weekly benefit amount depends on your wages but I can't find current info on what the maximum is or how they calculate it. Does anyone know how much unemployment pays in Washington state for 2024? I heard it might be around $999 per week max but not sure if that's accurate.

Anyone know if the $999 includes the additional federal unemployment that was happening during COVID? Or is that just the regular Washington state amount?

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The $999 is just the regular Washington state maximum. The federal pandemic benefits like the extra $600 or $300 per week ended in 2021.

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Got it, thanks. I was wondering if I was remembering wrong about how much I got during the pandemic.

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StarStrider

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Bottom line: expect around 50% of your weekly wages up to $999 max. File your claim as soon as possible after job loss and keep detailed records of your job search. The system isn't perfect but the benefits are there if you follow the rules.

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Diego Flores

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This is really helpful. I think I have a much better understanding of what to expect now. Thanks everyone!

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Liam Duke

How long does it usually take for Washington ESD unemployment to get approved?

I submitted my unemployment application through the Washington ESD website about 10 days ago and I'm still waiting to hear back. My claim status just says 'under review' and I haven't gotten any correspondence yet. I'm starting to get anxious because I need to know if I'll have income coming in soon. For those who have been through this process recently, how long did it take from when you first applied until you got your first payment? Is 10 days normal or should I be worried something went wrong?

hang in there! the waiting sucks but once its approved you get all the back pay so its worth the wait

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Liam Duke

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Thanks for the encouragement! Looking forward to that back pay.

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Demi Lagos

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Last thing - if you do need to contact Washington ESD and the regular phone lines aren't working, that Claimyr service people mentioned actually worked for my sister. She was able to get through and find out her claim was approved but there was a glitch preventing the notification email from sending.

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Liam Duke

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Wow, that's exactly the kind of situation where being able to talk to someone would be huge. Definitely keeping Claimyr as a backup option.

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Daniel Price

What are the qualifications to apply for unemployment in Washington State?

I'm considering filing for unemployment benefits but want to make sure I actually qualify before going through the whole process. I've been working at my current job for about 8 months and might be getting laid off next month. What are the basic requirements to be eligible for Washington ESD unemployment? Do I need to have worked for a certain amount of time or earned a minimum amount? Any help would be appreciated!

One last thing - make sure you have all your employment information ready when you apply. Employer names, addresses, dates of employment, reason for separation, etc. It'll make the process go much smoother.

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And keep copies of everything! You never know when you might need to reference something later.

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JaylinCharles

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Definitely this. I had to provide additional documentation later and was glad I kept good records.

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The most important thing is being honest in your application. If there are any issues with your employment history or reason for separation, it's better to explain it upfront rather than have them find out later.

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Lucas Schmidt

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100% agree. Trying to hide something or being dishonest will just make things worse in the long run.

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Freya Collins

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And if you're not sure how to answer something, that's when it's worth calling to ask for clarification.

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