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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
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For what it's worth, I've never heard of anyone getting in trouble for just stopping their weekly claims when they got a job. That's literally what you're supposed to do.
That's really reassuring to hear. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Same here. It's the most normal thing in the world to stop filing when you don't need benefits anymore.
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One more thing to consider - if you do training through WorkSource or an approved program, you might be able to extend your benefits under certain circumstances. Not common but worth knowing about.
How does that work? Do you apply for training through WorkSource or directly with schools?
You'd work with your WorkSource office to see if you qualify for training benefits. It's pretty specific requirements and not everyone qualifies, but could be worth looking into.
Bottom line: plan for 25 paid weeks (26 total minus the waiting week) and use that time effectively. The job market can be tough but 6 months is usually enough time to find something if you stay focused and persistent.
Thanks everyone for all the detailed answers! This gives me a much clearer picture of what to expect and how to plan my job search timeline.
Isaac Wright
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.
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Isaac Wright
•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.
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Lucy Taylor
•That waiting week rule is such BS. People need money immediately when they lose their jobs, not after two weeks of bureaucracy.
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Connor Murphy
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.
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Sophie Hernandez
•Good advice. I was planning to file this weekend since I just got laid off yesterday.
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Connor Murphy
•Perfect timing then. The sooner you file, the sooner your claim can be processed and approved.
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