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Just remember that unemployment benefits are taxable income. You can choose to have taxes withheld from your weekly payments or pay them later when you file your tax return. Something to keep in mind for next year.
Oh wow, I didn't know unemployment was taxable. Thanks for mentioning that!
Yeah, I learned that the hard way my first time collecting unemployment. Ended up owing money at tax time because I didn't have anything withheld.
The most important thing is just to get started with your application. Washington ESD is definitely still accepting new claims and processing them regularly. Don't overthink it - the system will guide you through everything you need to know.
You're right, I should stop overthinking and just get it done. Thanks again everyone!
That's the spirit! The sooner you apply, the sooner you can start getting benefits. Good luck!
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Just want to echo what others have said - with 18 months of work history and an involuntary separation, you should definitely qualify. The system is designed to help people in exactly your situation.
Thanks everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about moving forward with my claim now.
Good luck with your claim! The process can seem overwhelming at first but it's really not too bad once you get started.
One last thing - if you run into any issues or your claim gets denied for any reason, you have the right to appeal. Don't just give up if something goes wrong initially.
Good to know! Hopefully I won't need to appeal, but it's reassuring to know that option exists.
Appeals have pretty good success rates if you have legitimate grounds. The initial determination isn't always final.
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For what it's worth, most people who appeal job separation denials end up winning if they have documentation. The initial denials are often based on incomplete information from employers.
That's encouraging to hear. My employer's initial response to Washington ESD was pretty vague about the circumstances.
Exactly. At the hearing you get to present your side with evidence. Much more fair than the initial determination process.
Pro tip: when you get your hearing notice, call the number listed if you have any questions about the process. The hearing coordinator staff are usually helpful.
Good to know there's someone I can actually reach if needed. The regular customer service lines are impossible.
That's true, though even those lines can be busy. That's why services like Claimyr are so helpful - they handle all the calling hassle for you.
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I wish Washington ESD would at least send out notifications explaining this stuff. I had to piece together information from multiple sources to understand how the system works.
True, but they could be more proactive about communicating changes and explaining how benefits work.
That's why services like Claimyr are helpful - you can actually talk to someone who can explain things clearly instead of trying to decode the website.
Bottom line: if you're already on a claim, your weekly benefit won't increase until you potentially file a new claim after your benefit year ends. The annual increases only apply to new claims filed after the effective date.
Got it. Not what I wanted to hear but at least I understand the system now. Thanks everyone.
Hope you find work soon and won't need to worry about benefit amounts much longer!
Chris King
Partial unemployment saved me when my hours got cut. Definitely file sooner rather than later - benefits don't backdate very far.
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Oscar Murphy
•How far back do they backdate if at all?
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Chris King
•I think it's only to the Sunday of the week you file your claim. So don't wait if you qualify.
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Rachel Clark
Make sure your employer isn't going to contest your claim. Most don't for partial unemployment but it's worth mentioning to your manager that you're filing.
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Oscar Murphy
•Should I ask them directly or just mention it casually?
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Rachel Clark
•I'd probably just mention it casually. Most employers understand when they cut hours that people need to file for partial benefits.
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