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Does anyone know if the 26 weeks can ever be extended during economic downturns or anything like that?
It can happen during severe economic conditions, but it requires federal action. It's not something Washington state can do on their own. The last extensions were during COVID and before that during the 2008 recession.
Don't count on extensions. Plan as if 26 weeks is all you'll get.
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The fact that your status shows 'processing' instead of 'under review' or 'adjudication' is actually a good sign. It means they're just working through the normal approval process and don't have any red flags that need investigation.
That's really helpful to know. I was worried that 'processing' meant something was wrong.
I'll echo what others have said about that Claimyr service - I used it a few months ago when I had questions about my claim and it really did work. Got connected to an actual Washington ESD agent within a few hours instead of spending days trying to call. Sometimes it's worth it just for the peace of mind.
Seems like a lot of people have had success with it. I might give it a try if I don't get my determination letter by early next week.
The video demo on their site really shows how simple it is. You basically just tell them what you need help with and they handle the calling part.
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Bottom line - if you were legitimately laid off and have your paperwork in order, you should see your first payment within 3-4 weeks of filing. The system isn't perfect but it does work for most people.
That's reassuring. I think I have everything I need so hopefully it goes smoothly.
Just remember to keep filing those weekly claims and stay on top of any correspondence from Washington ESD. You'll get through this!
Evelyn Xu
Make sure to keep good records of your seasonal work pattern. If Washington ESD ever questions your claims, having documentation of your seasonal employment history helps prove the legitimacy of your unemployment.
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Olivia Harris
•What kind of records should I keep? Just pay stubs and layoff notices?
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Evelyn Xu
•Pay stubs, layoff notices, any correspondence about seasonal schedules, and records of when you typically get called back to work. The more documentation the better.
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Gabriel Graham
Final tip for anyone dealing with seasonal unemployment questions - if you can't get clear answers from the Washington ESD website or automated system, don't guess. Getting accurate information from an actual agent (whether through normal calling or services like Claimyr) can save you from adjudication issues later.
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Olivia Harris
•This whole thread has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about filing my seasonal unemployment claim now.
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Dominic Green
•Agreed! Seasonal work has its challenges but at least Washington ESD recognizes it as legitimate unemployment. Just follow the rules and document everything.
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