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Remember you have to do your weekly claims too once you file. Don't let that slip or you could lose benefits even if your employer isn't affected.
I went through something similar and the key is just being honest and upfront with Washington ESD about everything. They're more understanding than people think when you're dealing with legitimate circumstances.
Bottom line - wait until you're medically cleared, document everything, and then file your claim. Washington ESD should approve it once you meet the able and available requirement. Good luck!
Thank you everyone for all the advice. I feel much more prepared now for when the time comes to apply.
Remember about Claimyr if you need help getting through to Washington ESD when you do apply. Makes the whole process much less stressful.
Remember that even if your initial claim is delayed, you should still file your weekly claims to protect your benefits. Don't skip weeks just because you're in adjudication.
Thank you everyone for all the advice and support! I'm feeling much more confident about the hearing now. I'll update this thread after it's over to let you know how it went. Wish me luck!
I just saw this thread and wanted to add that I used Claimyr too when I was preparing for my hearing. Being able to actually talk to a Washington ESD agent beforehand helped me understand exactly what documents I needed to bring. Made all the difference in my case.
The Boss
The part-time work might also help you build skills or connections that lead to full-time work. That's what happened to me - started part-time at a company and they hired me full-time after 2 months when they saw my work.
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Alexander Zeus
•That would be ideal! This job is in my field so there might be opportunities to grow.
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Evan Kalinowski
•Same thing happened to me. Part-time job turned into the best full-time job I've ever had.
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Victoria Charity
Just make sure the part-time job doesn't interfere with any job interviews or opportunities for full-time work. You're still supposed to be actively seeking full-time employment even while working part-time.
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Alexander Zeus
•The schedule is flexible so I should be able to make time for interviews if they come up.
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Jasmine Quinn
•Flexibility is key. Don't let the part-time job become an excuse to stop looking for full-time work.
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