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been unemployed since the tech layoffs started and honestly the whole system is overwhelmed. took me 3 months to get my first payment because of adjudication issues and couldn't reach anyone to explain what was happening
Three months?! How did you survive financially?
credit cards and help from family. it was terrible but eventually got resolved
Bottom line: "mass unemployment" as an economic condition can last years, but your individual Washington ESD benefits are still capped at 26 weeks unless Congress extends them. The main difference during mass layoff events is that Washington ESD's phone system gets overwhelmed, but the online filing process usually works fine.
This has been really helpful everyone. I feel much better prepared for what's coming.
Good luck with everything. File online as soon as you're eligible and hopefully you won't need to call at all.
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Good luck with your claim! I went through this exact situation and got approved after a 3-week adjudication. The key is being honest about what happened and providing any documentation you have.
Thank you! I'll gather those emails I mentioned and file everything today.
Same outcome for me. Performance termination but got benefits after they investigated.
Remember to register with WorkSource too if you haven't already. It's required for unemployment benefits in Washington and has some decent job search resources.
I'll do that right after I file my claim. Thanks for reminding me.
WorkSource also has career counselors who can help with interview skills and resume writing.
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Also remember that you can appeal any decisions you disagree with. If your claim gets denied for some reason, don't just accept it. You have the right to request a hearing and present your case. I've seen people win appeals even when the initial decision seemed final.
How long do you have to file an appeal?
You have 30 days from the date of the determination notice. Don't wait - appeals can take months to process.
Bottom line - yes, if you get laid off you should be eligible for unemployment benefits. File quickly, be honest and accurate with all your information, keep up with your job search requirements, and don't be afraid to ask for help if you run into problems. You've been paying into the system, so don't feel bad about using it when you need it.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much more prepared now if this layoff happens.
And remember, if you need to talk to someone at ESD and can't get through, services like Claimyr are there to help. Don't let phone frustration add to your stress.
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I heard if you quit your job you can't get unemployment, is that true? wondering if benefit amounts are different for people who got laid off vs fired
Generally you need to be unemployed through no fault of your own to qualify. Quitting without good cause usually disqualifies you. But if you do qualify, your benefit amount is calculated the same way regardless of why you became unemployed.
ok good to know, I was laid off so should be fine
For anyone still struggling to reach Washington ESD about benefit amounts, I also used Claimyr after seeing it mentioned here. Really works - got connected to an agent who walked me through exactly how my weekly benefit was calculated and why it was that specific amount.
Seems like a few people have had success with that service. Might be worth trying if I need to talk to someone about my benefits.
Definitely worth it if you need actual answers from Washington ESD staff. Way better than playing phone tag for weeks.
Ryan Kim
Thanks everyone for all this information. I feel much more confident about applying for unemployment now. It sounds like as long as I'm honest about my situation and capabilities, I should be okay applying for both.
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Sophia Rodriguez
•Exactly. Just be consistent and honest about what you can and can't do.
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James Johnson
•Good luck with both applications. The waiting is the hardest part but you need income while you're going through the process.
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Zoe Walker
Just to add one more perspective - I know someone who didn't apply for unemployment while waiting for disability and really struggled financially. If you qualify for unemployment, you should apply. Don't suffer unnecessarily while waiting for disability approval.
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Emily Nguyen-Smith
•That's a good point. I can't afford to wait potentially years without any income.
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Elijah Brown
•Right. These programs exist to help people in exactly your situation. Use them if you qualify.
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