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For anyone else having this issue, you can also visit a WorkSource office in person if you can't get through by phone. They can help you with PIN issues and other account problems.
Good suggestion but not all WorkSource offices handle unemployment issues. Call first to make sure they can help with PIN problems.
The WorkSource in my area doesn't do unemployment stuff anymore. They told me I had to call Washington ESD directly.
Don't forget that you have to file your weekly claims even if you're having PIN issues. You can file them late but you need to do it as soon as you get your PIN to avoid any payment delays.
You have to file within 4 weeks of the week you're claiming. After that you might lose those benefits permanently.
Actually I think you can still file late claims but you have to provide a good reason. PIN issues would definitely qualify as good cause.
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OP - once you know your weekly benefit amount, remember that's the maximum you can get. If you have any part-time work or other income, your actual payment will be less. Also Washington ESD requires a one-week waiting period for new claims.
Correct. The first week you file is your waiting week - you have to complete it but you don't get paid for that week. Payments start from the second week.
That waiting week rule is such BS. People need money immediately when they lose their jobs, not after two weeks of bureaucracy.
Make sure to file your claim as soon as possible after your last day of work. Washington ESD can only pay benefits from the date you file, not retroactively to when you actually became unemployed.
Good advice. I was planning to file this weekend since I just got laid off yesterday.
Perfect timing then. The sooner you file, the sooner your claim can be processed and approved.
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Just remember to keep your job search logs even after you close the claim. Washington ESD can audit claims up to 5 years later and they'll want to see that documentation.
5 years?? That seems excessive but good to know.
Yeah it's in the fine print. Better safe than sorry with overpayment notices.
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This whole thread is making me nervous about my own claim that just got approved yesterday! Sounds like 2-3 days is normal though.
Yeah don't worry, seems like everyone says it takes a few days. I'm probably just being impatient.
The waiting is definitely the hardest part when you're already stressed about money
I used Claimyr twice last year when I had payment issues and they were super helpful both times. Worth trying if you end up needing to call Washington ESD about this.
Thanks, I'll definitely keep that option in mind if I need to call
Lilah Brooks
The maximum benefit in Washington is pretty decent compared to other states, but most people don't qualify for the full amount. Your $52k salary should put you in a reasonable range though - probably $350-450 per week if I had to guess.
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Lucas Turner
•That would actually work for covering my basic expenses while job hunting. Thanks for the estimate!
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Lilah Brooks
•No problem! Just remember it's temporary so use the time wisely for job searching and maybe skill building if possible.
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Jackson Carter
Last thing - make sure you understand the able and available requirements. You have to be ready to work and actively seeking employment. Can't be too picky about jobs or they might question your eligibility.
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Jackson Carter
•You can look for management roles but also need to apply to other positions you're qualified for. They want to see you're genuinely trying to get back to work, not just waiting for the perfect job.
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Kai Rivera
•That's good advice. Washington ESD does review your job search activities and they want to see variety in the types of positions you're applying for.
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