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Just want to confirm what others said - 26 weeks is the standard maximum in Washington during normal times. The only way to get more is if Extended Benefits gets triggered, which requires high unemployment rates that we're not seeing right now. Your best bet is looking into other assistance programs and possibly temporary work while continuing your job search.
Thanks for the confirmation. At least now I know where I stand and can plan accordingly.
Good luck with the job search. It's tough out there but don't give up.
One more thing - make sure you're tracking all your job search activities even after benefits end. If you do find work and then lose it again, you'll need those records for any future unemployment claims.
Good point. I'll keep documenting everything just in case.
Yeah better to have the records and not need them than the other way around.
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For anyone using that claimyr service mentioned earlier - I actually tried it last week when my payment was delayed and it worked great! Got through to someone at Washington ESD in like 20 minutes instead of waiting on hold for hours.
Ok that's two people now saying it works, maybe I should check it out
Yeah definitely worth it if you need to actually talk to someone at ESD
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Make sure your employer doesn't try to fight your claim. Most legitimate layoffs won't have issues, but some companies try to claim it was performance-related or something to avoid higher UI taxes. If that happens you might need to appeal.
How would I know if they're fighting it? Would Washington ESD tell me?
Yeah, you'd get a notice if your employer disputes your claim. They have a chance to respond when ESD contacts them about your separation. If it's truly a layoff due to lack of work, they shouldn't have any reason to dispute it.
One more thing - sign up for direct deposit when you file your claim! Paper checks take forever and can get lost. Direct deposit is much faster and more reliable.
After your claim is approved, usually 2-3 business days for direct deposit. Much better than waiting for a check in the mail.
I second this! Direct deposit saved me so much hassle. Set it up right away.
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Quick question - does the 26 weeks reset if you get a new job and then get laid off again later? Or is it cumulative over a certain period?
You can establish a new claim if you've worked enough and earned enough since your last claim. It's not cumulative - each claim is evaluated separately based on your work history.
Thanks, that's good to know for future reference.
Don't forget about WorkSource services too. They have job search resources and sometimes training programs that can help while you're collecting benefits.
I'll look into that. Any training would probably help me get better jobs in the future.
Yeah WorkSource has some decent programs. Worth checking out what's available in your area.
Connor Gallagher
One thing nobody mentioned - if you don't qualify for regular unemployment, there might be other programs available depending on why you lost your job. Trade adjustment assistance, disaster unemployment, stuff like that.
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Connor Gallagher
•Most of them have very specific eligibility requirements. Best bet is to ask when you file your claim or call Washington ESD directly.
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StarStrider
•Or use a service to get through to someone who can review all your options. I found out about a training program I didn't even know existed when I talked to an agent through Claimyr.
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Liam Sullivan
Update: I checked my wage history and I think I'm actually in pretty good shape if something happens with this job. Had decent wages spread across 3 quarters last year. Thanks everyone for explaining how this all works!
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Giovanni Colombo
•glad it worked out for you! this thread definitely taught me a lot too
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Fatima Al-Qasimi
•Perfect example of why it's worth understanding the system before you need it. Hope your current job works out, but at least you know where you stand if it doesn't.
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