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Just want to echo what others have said about keeping detailed records. Save all your pay stubs, keep track of your hours worked each week, and document any communication with your employer about the hour reduction. If Washington ESD has questions later, you'll want to have all that information ready.
Great advice. I've been keeping my pay stubs but I should probably start a more organized system.
A simple spreadsheet with dates, hours worked, and gross pay for each week is usually sufficient. Just something you can reference if needed.
Has anyone dealt with the situation where your employer brings your hours back up after you've been getting partial benefits? Do you have to report that change immediately?
Yes, you need to report any changes in your work situation immediately. If your hours increase significantly, it could affect your benefit eligibility.
Thanks, that's what I figured. Better to over-report than under-report with Washington ESD.
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I'm really grateful for this explanation. The Washington ESD website makes it sound so complicated but it's actually pretty straightforward.
Right? Once someone explains it clearly it makes total sense. Wish they explained it better on their site.
Thanks everyone! This helped me understand why my benefit amount is what it is. Time to focus on job searching now.
Good luck with the job search! Remember you need to log at least 3 job search activities per week in your WorkSourceWA account.
Already signed up and started applying. Thanks for the reminder!
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Just wanted to add that if you have direct deposit set up, payments usually come on Tuesdays or Wednesdays. Without direct deposit, you'll get a debit card in the mail which takes longer.
The debit card option has fees for some transactions, so direct deposit is definitely better if you can do it.
For anyone else reading this thread later - you can also file by phone if absolutely necessary, but the online system at esd.wa.gov is much faster and available 24/7. Phone filing is only recommended if you have no internet access.
Good point, though getting through by phone is nearly impossible these days. That's why services like Claimyr are so helpful - they can actually get you connected to speak with someone at Washington ESD when you need help.
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One last tip - if your claim gets denied for any reason, you have the right to appeal. Don't just give up if you think the decision is wrong. The appeal process exists for a reason.
How long do you have to file an appeal if needed?
You have 30 days from the date on the determination notice to file an appeal. Don't wait - the deadline is strict.
just wanted to add that if you're really struggling financially while waiting for benefits to start, look into local food banks and assistance programs. there's no shame in getting help when you need it
That's really thoughtful advice. Hopefully I won't need it but good to know resources are available.
yeah, unemployment can be stressful enough without worrying about basic needs. take care of yourself
Zainab Ibrahim
The key is to file your initial claim online if possible. It's faster than calling and you avoid the phone wait times. Just go to the Washington ESD website and follow the prompts. You'll need your Social Security number, employment history, and reason for separation.
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Ethan Davis
•Good advice, I'll try online first. Do I need any specific documents from my employer?
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Zainab Ibrahim
•Not usually, but having your last paystub handy can help if they ask for wage verification. Washington ESD gets most wage info directly from employers.
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Connor O'Neill
Just wanted to add that if you have any issues with your claim getting stuck in adjudication or need to verify information, don't waste weeks trying to call Washington ESD like I did. That Claimyr service everyone mentioned actually works - I finally got my issues resolved after using it. Sometimes you just need to bite the bullet and pay for help rather than bang your head against the wall for weeks.
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Ethan Davis
•Thanks for the tip. I'll keep that in mind if I run into problems. Hopefully I won't need it but good to know it's there.
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LunarEclipse
•Yeah I was skeptical about paying for something like that but it really did save me weeks of frustration. Sometimes the system just doesn't work the way it's supposed to.
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