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I would strongly recommend consulting with a disability attorney before making any applications. Many offer free consultations and they understand the interaction between these different benefit programs much better than the average person.
That's probably the smart move. I'll look for attorneys who specialize in disability law in Washington.
Make sure they understand unemployment law too, not just disability. You want someone who knows how both systems work together.
Bottom line: in most cases, you cannot receive both unemployment and disability benefits at the same time because the eligibility requirements contradict each other. There might be very specific exceptions, but they're rare and you'd need expert advice to navigate them safely.
Thanks everyone, this has been really helpful. I think I'm going to consult with an attorney before doing anything.
Smart choice. Better to get it right the first time than to have to deal with appeals and overpayments later.
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The bottom line is that most people who worked steadily and got laid off will qualify for unemployment. The requirements aren't as strict as some people think, especially if you worked full-time for several months.
That's reassuring! I was really worried I might not qualify and would be stuck without any income while job hunting.
You should be fine based on what you described. Just file your claim and see what happens - you can always appeal if there are any issues.
Good luck with your claim! The whole process can seem overwhelming at first but once you get started it's pretty straightforward. Just make sure to keep track of all your job search activities from day one.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about filing now.
You're welcome! This community is great for getting real advice about dealing with Washington ESD. Feel free to post if you run into any issues with your claim.
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Had to use Claimyr myself last month when I couldn't get through to ask about my base period calculation. The regular phone system is just broken at this point. At least claimyr.com got me connected to someone who could actually explain my specific earnings situation.
How long did it take them to get you through?
Like 20 minutes total including the time they spent on hold for me. Way better than the 3 hours I wasted trying to call myself.
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My experience was: claim processed → determination letter → first payment about 2 weeks later. The waiting is the worst part but it does happen eventually.
Thanks for the timeline. That helps me know what to expect.
That's pretty typical. Some people get lucky and it's faster, others take longer if there are complications.
Serene Snow
The earnings allowance has been a lifesaver for me. I've been able to take on some consulting work while still collecting most of my benefits. It's really helped financially during this transition period.
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Aileen Rodriguez
•Same here! It's nice to have some extra income without completely losing benefits. Makes the job search less stressful when you're not worried about money.
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Serene Snow
•Absolutely. And the work experience helps too - keeps your skills sharp while you're looking for something permanent.
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Issac Nightingale
Thanks everyone for all this information! I feel much more confident about taking on part-time work now. The earnings allowance is way more generous than I expected. Time to start looking for some supplemental income opportunities.
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Tasia Synder
•Glad we could help! Just remember to keep good records and report everything accurately. Good luck with your job search and part-time work!
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Natalia Stone
•Same here - this thread has been super helpful. I'm going to look into that Claimyr service too if I need to call Washington ESD about anything else.
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