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The Claimyr service mentioned earlier really helped me understand my benefit timeline. When I called Washington ESD myself, I got different answers from different agents. Having someone who knows the system get you to the right person makes a huge difference.
Did they help you figure out when to apply for a new claim if you're still unemployed after your benefit year ends?
Yes, they explained the whole reapplication process and what wages qualify you for a new claim. Super helpful for planning ahead.
Bottom line for the original poster - you get up to 26 weeks of regular unemployment in Washington, period. No extensions currently available. Plan accordingly and start your job search immediately, don't wait.
You're welcome. Make sure to keep detailed job search records from day one - Washington ESD can audit at any time.
And don't forget you need to file your weekly claims every week to keep getting paid, even if you haven't found work yet.
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One more success story to add to the pile - I collected both for 7 months in 2023 while looking for work. Never had any issues with Washington ESD. The key is just being honest and following all the regular unemployment requirements.
Thanks for sharing that. All these success stories are really encouraging.
Happy to help. The whole process was less complicated than I expected once I got started.
Actually found this thread because I was searching for the same information. Sounds like the consensus is that it's definitely allowed. Now I just need to figure out the best way to get through to Washington ESD to confirm the details for my specific situation.
If you're having trouble reaching them, definitely check out that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier. It really helped me get through when I needed to talk to someone at Washington ESD.
I'll look into that. Sounds like it could save me a lot of time and frustration.
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The decision usually comes in the mail within a week or two after the hearing. Don't panic if you don't hear anything right away - they need time to review everything and write up their decision.
A week or two? That feels like forever when you're broke and waiting for benefits.
I know it's hard to wait, but at least you'll have had your say. The waiting is definitely the worst part.
Quick tip - if you win your appeal, your benefits should be backdated to when you first filed. So even though it's taking forever, you'll get paid for all those weeks you've been waiting if the decision is in your favor.
That's something at least. Six weeks of back pay would really help right now.
Just make sure you keep filing your weekly claims even while the appeal is pending. You won't get paid until it's resolved, but you need to keep the claims active.
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Been getting payments for 8 weeks now and it's been Wednesday morning every single time. The only variable is what time Wednesday morning - anywhere from 12:01 AM to around 10 AM depending on my bank's processing.
That's reassuring to hear it's so consistent! Thanks for sharing your experience.
No problem! The consistency was one of the few things that worked well in this whole process.
Summary for anyone else reading this: Washington ESD processes payments Tuesday nights, direct deposits hit Wednesday mornings (timing varies by bank), file your weekly claim between Sunday-Saturday, and if you have problems getting through by phone try Claimyr to reach an actual person. Hope this helps!
Perfect summary! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much better about planning my finances now.
Glad we could help! Feel free to ask if you run into any other issues with your claim.
Emma Johnson
Thanks everyone for all the info! This has really helped ease my anxiety about potentially losing my new job. Knowing I'd still qualify for benefits based on my previous work makes me feel much better.
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Oscar O'Neil
•Same here! I feel so much more prepared now if something happens with my current job.
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Leeann Blackstein
•Glad this helped! And remember, if you do need to contact Washington ESD, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier really does save a lot of time and frustration with their phone system.
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Liam Brown
One last thing - does military service count toward the work requirements?
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Liv Park
•Military service can count in some cases through something called UCX (Unemployment Compensation for Ex-servicemembers). It's a federal program but administered through state unemployment offices like Washington ESD.
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Liam Brown
•Interesting, I'll have to look into that. Thanks!
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