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best of luck! unemployment saved me when i got laid off last year. dont let anyone make you feel bad about claiming benefits - you paid into the system through your taxes
Thank you for saying that. I do feel like I've earned these benefits through my work history.
Also wanted to mention that if you have any issues with your claim getting stuck in adjudication or need to speak with someone about complex questions, that Claimyr service really does work. I was hesitant to try it but after being on hold for hours multiple times, it was worth it to actually reach an agent who could help.
It's good to know there are options if I run into problems. Hopefully everything goes smoothly but I'll keep that in mind.
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Yeah you should definitely qualify if you're laid off. Just remember that unemployment benefits are temporary - they're meant to help you while you look for new work, not as a long-term solution. Start job hunting right away even while you're waiting for benefits to kick in.
Absolutely, I'm already starting to update my resume and look at job postings. Hopefully I won't need the benefits for too long.
Best of luck with everything! Layoffs are stressful but at least unemployment benefits exist to help bridge the gap. Follow all the advice here and you should be fine. The system works, it's just sometimes slow and frustrating.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice. Feeling much more prepared for this process now.
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For the OP - your first payment might take a bit longer since the system needs to set up all your payment info. After that it should be pretty routine. Don't panic if it takes a few extra days this first time.
That makes me feel better. I was starting to think something went wrong with my approval.
Yeah, first payments often have an extra processing delay. Once you're in the system it runs much smoother.
Just want to add that if you ever need to reach Washington ESD urgently about payment issues, that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier actually works. Used it last month when my payments stopped randomly and I needed answers fast. Worth checking out their demo video if phone tag with Washington ESD is driving you crazy.
It's not free but honestly saved me so much time and stress. Sometimes you just need to talk to an actual person at Washington ESD and this gets you there.
I'll keep that bookmarked in case I run into issues. Hopefully my payments start coming regularly and I won't need it.
KaiEsmeralda
Last tip - when you file online, make sure to save all confirmation numbers and print out any documents they give you. The Washington ESD system can be glitchy and having paper backup is smart.
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Daniel Price
•Great advice, I'll definitely screenshot everything and print what I can.
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KaiEsmeralda
•Smart thinking. Better to have too much documentation than not enough when dealing with government systems.
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Debra Bai
Update us on how it goes! Always curious to hear about other people's experiences with the Washington ESD process. Good luck with your claim.
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Aiden Chen
•And remember, if you need to reach Washington ESD and can't get through on the phone, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier really does work. Saved me hours of frustration.
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Daniel Price
•I'll keep that in mind if I run into phone issues. Thanks again!
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