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For what it's worth, I think Washington's unemployment benefits are pretty decent compared to other states. The maximum is almost $1000 a week which is way higher than a lot of places.
Easy to say when you're probably getting the maximum! Not everyone qualifies for that much.
Fair point. I just meant that at least Washington tries to keep up with cost of living better than some states.
Does anyone know if the $999 maximum includes the dependency allowance or is that on top of it?
The dependency allowance is on top of your regular weekly benefit amount, but I think there might be an overall maximum that includes both. You'd have to check with Washington ESD to be sure.
I'll have to look into that. Every little bit helps when you're out of work.
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Just to add one more - people sometimes think once their benefit year ends, they automatically get a new claim. You actually have to reapply and may not qualify if your work history doesn't meet the requirements again.
So you need to have worked enough in the past year to qualify for a new benefit year?
Exactly. Washington looks at your base period earnings to determine if you qualify for a new claim and what your benefit amount would be.
Hope this helps with your studying! The main thing to remember is that UI has lots of rules and requirements that people often misunderstand. When in doubt, always check the official Washington ESD website or talk to an agent.
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Something else to think about - even if your quit doesn't qualify as good cause, you might still be eligible for benefits later if you work at another job for a while. Washington ESD looks at your most recent separation from work.
I hadn't thought about that. So I could work somewhere else for a few months and then if I got laid off, I could qualify?
Yes, that's right. As long as you meet the other eligibility requirements at that time.
The bottom line is that substantial hours reduction CAN be good cause for quitting in Washington. You have pay stubs showing the reduction and you tried to work with your employer. That's a reasonable foundation for a claim. File it and see what happens.
Good luck! Make sure to be thorough in explaining your situation when you file.
Keep us posted on how it goes. Your case might help others in similar situations.
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Bottom line - Washington ESD requires you to certify every week that you're able and available for full-time work. If you can't honestly make that certification due to disability, you shouldn't be collecting unemployment benefits. It's that simple.
That's a good way to think about it. I guess I need to be honest about whether I can actually work or not.
Exactly. And if your situation changes, you need to report it immediately. Don't wait until your next weekly claim.
Salim Nasir
This conversation has been really eye-opening. I never connected prison labor to unemployment issues before, but it makes complete sense economically.
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Geoff Richards
•It's one of those systemic issues that isn't immediately obvious but has widespread effects on the job market.
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Hazel Garcia
•More people need to understand these connections. It affects everyone, not just people who have been incarcerated.
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Charity Cohan
Thanks everyone for the discussion and advice. I'm going to keep documenting my job search for Washington ESD and look into those reentry programs. Hopefully the job market improves as more people become aware of these issues.
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Simon White
•Thanks for starting this discussion. It helped me understand my own situation better.
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