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Just make sure you have all your documentation ready when you apply - Social Security number, driver's license, employment history for the past 18 months, and bank account info for direct deposit. It makes the process much smoother.
Thanks! I'll gather all that stuff before I start the application.
Also keep copies of everything you submit. You never know when you might need to reference it later.
The whole system seems overwhelming at first but once you get into the routine it's not too bad. The hardest part is usually just getting started and dealing with any initial issues that come up.
That's reassuring to hear. I was pretty intimidated by the whole process.
We've all been there! Don't hesitate to ask questions if you get stuck. There are people here who have been through it all.
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Quick question - if I file and then find a new job before my claim is processed, do I need to do anything special or just stop filing weekly claims?
You should report the new job on your weekly claim filing. If you're working full time, you won't be eligible for that week's benefits, but you can always reopen your claim if the job doesn't work out.
Got it, thanks for clarifying that.
Thanks everyone for all the advice! I'm definitely going to file my claim tonight. Feeling much more confident about my chances now. Will update if I hear anything back from Washington ESD.
Good luck! Remember to file your weekly claims every week even while you're waiting for the adjudication decision.
You've got this! Just be patient with the process and don't hesitate to follow up if it takes too long.
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Thanks again everyone. Filed my new claim this morning and got confirmation. Now just need to tackle the overpayment issue. Will try calling early tomorrow morning first, then consider the Claimyr option if that doesn't work.
Keep us updated on how it goes. Always good to know what's working for getting through to Washington ESD.
Congrats on getting the claim filed. That's the most important step done.
This whole thread is exactly why I love this forum. Real people helping each other navigate the Washington ESD maze. Way better than trying to figure this stuff out from their website.
Absolutely. The official Washington ESD info is so confusing and generic.
Agreed. Real experiences from people who've been through it are invaluable.
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The reality is that Washington ESD is swamped and response times are unpredictable. Some people get callbacks in days, others wait months. There's no rhyme or reason to it. If you absolutely need to speak with someone urgently, you might want to consider using a service like Claimyr to bypass the normal queue.
Thanks for the honest assessment. I think I'm going to look into that Claimyr service since several people have mentioned it.
good call. sometimes you have to take matters into your own hands when the system isn't working
UPDATE: I ended up using Claimyr after seeing it recommended here multiple times. Got connected to a Washington ESD rep within 30 minutes and they were able to resolve my adjudication issue on the spot. Wish I had known about this service weeks ago!
They needed additional documentation about my job separation that I had already uploaded. The rep was able to see it and process it immediately.
similar thing happened to me. sometimes the documents get stuck in the system and need manual processing
Ravi Gupta
For what it's worth, when I had this situation I found the Washington ESD website pretty helpful. They have a section about how different types of payments affect benefits. Might be worth checking out before you file.
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Dmitry Popov
•I'll definitely check that out. Always good to get information straight from the source.
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Freya Pedersen
Bottom line - yes you can collect unemployment with severance in most cases. Report it accurately, file right away, and don't stress too much about it. The system is designed to handle these common situations.
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Dmitry Popov
•Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I feel much more confident about moving forward with my claim now.
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Miguel Ortiz
•Glad we could help! Come back and let us know how it goes.
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