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Keep trying different times of day. I finally got my application through at like 2am on a Tuesday. Sometimes the weird hours work better than prime time.
2am might be worth a try. I've been attempting during normal business hours thinking that would be better.
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Also worth mentioning that if you do any part-time work while collecting unemployment, you need to report those earnings on your weekly claims. They'll reduce your benefit accordingly but you might still get some payment.
Good to know for future reference. Hopefully I won't need to use any of this information, but it's better to be prepared.
Exactly the right attitude. Hope your job situation works out, but at least now you know you'd likely qualify if needed.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! This thread has been way more informative than anything I found on the Washington ESD website. Feeling much more confident about my potential eligibility now.
Glad we could help! Remember, if you do need to file and have questions, getting through to an actual Washington ESD representative is your best bet for definitive answers.
And if you can't get through the regular phone lines, definitely check out that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier. Really made a difference for me when I needed quick answers about my eligibility.
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Just wanted to add - make sure you keep all your unemployment paperwork organized for tax time. Weekly claim confirmations, payment records, etc. Makes filing much easier.
Great advice. I've been pretty good about saving everything but I'll make sure to keep it all organized.
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One more thing to consider - if your former employer contests your unemployment claim, be prepared to provide your side of the story. Washington ESD will interview both you and your employer during the fact-finding process.
What kind of questions do they ask during those interviews?
They'll ask about the specific incidents that led to your termination, your work history, any warnings you received, and your version of events. Be honest and stick to the facts.
Just to close this out - I went through the exact same thing 2 years ago and got approved for benefits even though I was fired. The key was showing that the firing wasn't for willful misconduct. Sounds like you have a good case with the safety reporting angle.
Thank you so much for all the encouragement! I'm going to file my claim first thing Monday morning.
Good luck! Remember to keep filing those weekly claims no matter what.
Nathan Dell
Just wanted to add - weekends and holidays can delay payments too. If your payment date falls on a weekend, it usually processes the next business day.
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PrinceJoe
•Thanks for mentioning that! I need to factor in MLK day next week.
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Maya Jackson
Keep us posted on when you get your first payment! It's always reassuring to hear success stories after all the stress of adjudication.
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PrinceJoe
•I definitely will! Hoping to have good news to share by the end of the week.
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Maya Jackson
•Fingers crossed for you! The waiting is almost over.
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