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The Washington ESD mobile app is pretty decent too if you prefer using your phone. Makes it easier to file your weekly claims when you're on the go.
I didn't know they had an app. Is it available for both iPhone and Android?
Yes, it's in both app stores. Just search for Washington ESD.
Last tip - set up direct deposit right away when you file your claim. Paper checks take forever and can get lost in the mail. Electronic payments are much more reliable.
Definitely will do that. I need the money to come as quickly as possible.
Direct deposit usually takes 1-2 business days once your payment is processed. Much better than waiting for a check.
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The bottom line is Washington ESD wants to support people who are unemployed or underemployed through no fault of their own. Your situation - losing your main job due to company downsizing while keeping a small part-time position - is exactly what the system is designed to help with.
Thank you everyone! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about applying now.
Good luck with your claim! Make sure to file as soon as possible - benefits are only paid from the date you file, not from when you lost your job.
Just wanted to add that Washington ESD has pretty good online resources too. Their website explains all the qualification requirements in detail. But sometimes talking to a real person is the only way to get clarity on your specific situation.
True, but good luck actually reaching someone on the phone! That's where services like Claimyr come in handy.
The website is helpful but it can be hard to apply the general rules to your specific circumstances. A real conversation with an agent makes all the difference.
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Just be prepared for the possibility that your partial benefits might be pretty small. When I was working 15 hours a week, my unemployment payment was only like $80 per week after they deducted my part-time earnings.
Even $80 would help right now honestly. Every bit counts when you're struggling to pay bills.
That's the right attitude! Even partial help is better than no help when your hours get cut.
One last thing - if your employer eventually increases your hours back to normal, make sure you report that change immediately. Don't keep filing for unemployment once you're back to full-time or you could end up with an overpayment issue later.
Makes sense. I'll definitely stop filing if my hours go back up. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
Good luck with your claim! Partial unemployment saved me when my retail job cut hours last year. Hope it works out for you too.
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One last thing I'll add - if you run into any issues with Washington ESD not recognizing federal employment or benefit calculations seeming wrong, don't hesitate to appeal. Federal employee claims sometimes get misprocessed initially.
Good to know. Hopefully we won't need to appeal but it's good to know the option exists.
The Claimyr thing is legit by the way. Used it myself when Washington ESD kept hanging up on me. Worth trying if you get stuck - saved me probably 10 hours of calling.
How much does something like that cost?
Don't remember the exact cost but it was worth it to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD instead of just hitting busy signals all day.
Justin Evans
The waiting week is such BS. You're already stressed about losing your job and then they make you wait an extra week for benefits. At least file right away so you don't lose more time.
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Lucas Adams
•I agree it seems unfair. Is there any way around the waiting week?
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Justin Evans
•Nope, everyone has to do it. Just part of the Washington ESD process unfortunately.
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Emily Parker
Good luck with your application! The system isn't perfect but it does work eventually. Just be patient and keep all your records organized. You'll get through this.
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Lucas Adams
•Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more prepared to start the application process now.
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Emily Parker
•You're welcome! Don't hesitate to ask more questions as you go through the process. This community is pretty good about helping each other out.
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