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One last tip - if you have questions about your partial claim that you can't get answered online, try the live chat feature on the Washington ESD website. It's not always available but sometimes easier than calling.
I didn't know they had live chat! Is it available 24/7?
No, limited hours and often unavailable when they're busy. But worth trying before spending hours on the phone.
The whole process seems overwhelming but it's really not that bad once you get into the routine. File your weekly claim, report your wages accurately, keep looking for full-time work. That's basically it.
You all have been so helpful, I feel much more confident about this now. Wish me luck!
You got this! Partial unemployment is there for exactly your situation. Don't feel bad about using a benefit you've earned.
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IMPORTANT: Make sure you file your claim as soon as possible after becoming unemployed. You can't get benefits for weeks before you actually file, even if you were eligible during those weeks.
If there are no issues with your claim, usually 2-3 weeks after filing. But if it goes into adjudication for any reason, it can take much longer.
mine took 6 weeks because of some adjudication issue. was a nightmare trying to get updates from washington esd
Just remember that unemployment benefits are temporary. In Washington you can typically get up to 26 weeks of benefits, though this can vary based on the unemployment rate and other factors.
26 weeks should hopefully be enough time to find something new. Thanks for all the help everyone!
Good luck with your job search! Make sure to keep track of your job search activities for your weekly claims.
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One thing nobody mentioned - make sure you file your weekly claims every week even during the waiting period. I missed filing one week thinking it didn't matter since I wasn't getting paid yet, and it created a whole mess I had to sort out later.
Excellent point! You must file weekly claims continuously to maintain eligibility, even during the waiting week.
Good to know! I'll make sure to set a reminder to file every week once I start.
The system really isn't that complicated once you get into the routine. File initial claim ASAP, then file weekly claims every week, do your job searches, keep records. It becomes second nature pretty quickly.
Maybe for you it's not complicated but some of us find all the rules and requirements really overwhelming
Fair point, everyone's different. The key is just taking it one step at a time and not getting overwhelmed by everything at once.
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For what it's worth, I've been tracking my benefit payments and the $638 weekly amount has been consistent since I started my claim in June. No automatic increases or adjustments. The only way to get more is to qualify for and file a completely new claim after the rates increase.
That matches what I've been seeing too. Same amount every week since I started.
Yep, it's definitely not like a cost of living adjustment or anything. Your rate is locked in for the entire benefit year.
Bottom line: unemployment benefit rates go up every January 1st, but only for new claims filed after that date. If you're on an existing claim, your weekly amount stays the same until you file a new claim. Whether you qualify for a new claim depends on your recent work history and wages. Hope that helps clear things up!
No problem! The unemployment system is confusing enough without having to guess about the basics.
Agreed, and if you need specific information about your claim, don't hesitate to contact Washington ESD directly or use services like Claimyr to get through to an agent.
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For anyone else reading this thread who's having trouble reaching Washington ESD by phone, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier really does work. I used it again last week when I had questions about my job search requirements and got through within a few hours. Much better than the endless busy signals.
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I'm definitely going to try that if I run into issues. The phone system is just impossible otherwise.
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