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Remember that even if Washington ESD takes a while to make their determination, you can still file weekly claims and get back pay if approved. Don't let the wait discourage you from continuing the process.
That's really important to know. I was worried about losing weeks if the decision took too long.
Nope, as long as you keep filing your weekly claims, you'll get back pay for any weeks you're found eligible for benefits.
Bottom line - being fired doesn't automatically disqualify you. Washington generally sides with workers unless there's clear evidence of willful misconduct. File your claim and let them sort it out.
That's exactly what I needed to hear. Filing was the right move even though I was unsure.
Absolutely. Better to file and potentially get denied than not file at all and definitely get nothing.
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Quick question - if I received unemployment benefits but also worked part-time, do I report both incomes separately?
Yes, report your W-2 income on the wages line and your unemployment benefits on line 7. They're separate types of income even though you may have received them during the same period.
Perfect, that's what I was thinking but wanted to confirm. Thanks!
This whole thread has been super helpful! I was totally lost on where to put my unemployment benefits on my tax return.
Same here! I'm feeling much more confident about filing my taxes now. Line 7 on the 1040 with the amount from box 1 of the 1099-G - got it!
Glad this helped everyone. Tax season is stressful enough without having to figure out where everything goes on the forms.
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Another resource is the Washington State Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. They work with people who have disabilities or injuries that affect their ability to work. They might have additional programs or services that could help.
I didn't know about that department. Do they work with L&I or are they separate?
They're separate but they do coordinate with L&I in some cases. Worth contacting them to see what services might be available.
Hope your recovery goes well OP. Dealing with work injuries is tough enough without having to navigate all these different benefit systems. Take care of yourself first and the paperwork will sort itself out.
Thanks for the kind words. It's definitely been overwhelming but this discussion has really helped me understand my options better.
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One thing nobody mentioned - if you do end up on unemployment after workers comp, you might be eligible for extended benefits if you need retraining due to your injury. Washington has some good programs for people in your situation.
That's good to know. I'll definitely look into retraining options when I'm ready.
WorkSource has career counselors who specialize in helping people transition after work injuries. Might be worth talking to them too.
Bottom line - you can't collect both simultaneously, but you may be able to file for unemployment after your workers comp case closes and you're medically cleared to work. Just make sure you follow all the rules and document everything.
Perfect summary. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice. I feel much more informed about my options now.
Good luck with everything. Hope your recovery goes smoothly.
Hassan Khoury
This thread should be pinned somewhere. So much good info here that I wish I'd had when I filed my claim last year. Would have saved me a lot of confusion and mistakes.
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Camila Jordan
•Agreed! Everyone here has been so helpful.
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Hassan Khoury
•This community is great for this kind of support. Good luck with your claim!
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Victoria Stark
Final reminder - keep copies of everything you submit and take screenshots of your online application before you submit it. If there are any technical issues or questions later, having that documentation helps a lot.
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Camila Jordan
•Smart thinking. I'll definitely do that.
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Victoria Stark
•Yeah learned that the hard way. Better safe than sorry with government systems.
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