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One more thing - make sure you understand the difference between being 'fired' and being 'terminated for cause.' If they didn't use the words 'for cause' or 'misconduct' in your termination, that's usually a good sign for your unemployment claim.
They just said 'terminated due to performance issues' so I think I'm okay based on what everyone has said here.
I've helped several people through this process and performance-related terminations usually get approved as long as you weren't willfully negligent. The key is being honest about what happened and providing any documentation you have. If you run into issues getting through to Washington ESD, that Claimyr service really does work - I've recommended it to others who were stuck trying to reach someone about their claims.
Thank you so much for all this information. I feel a lot more confident about filing now.
You're welcome! Remember to file your weekly claims on time once you get approved, and keep track of your job search activities. You've got this!
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Good luck OP! Hope you hear something soon. This whole process is stressful enough without having to guess about timelines.
Thanks! I'll update this thread when I get news in case it helps others in the same situation.
Just to close the loop on Claimyr - I've now used it three times and it's worked every time to get me connected to Washington ESD. Really recommend it if you're having trouble reaching them through normal channels.
Thanks for the follow-up! Always good to know what actually works.
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One more thing - make sure you keep track of your job search activities from day one. Washington ESD requires you to make at least 3 job search contacts per week to qualify for benefits. Start documenting everything right away.
3 per week? That doesn't sound too bad. Do they need to be formal applications?
They can be applications, networking contacts, job fairs, interviews - various types of activities count. Washington ESD has a list of what qualifies on their website.
I know this thread is getting long but wanted to add - if you worked for multiple employers in the past year, make sure you have all their information ready. The application asks for details about every job you had during your base period.
I only had one job so that should be easy enough. But good to know for others reading this!
Yeah I had 3 different jobs in my base period and had to track down old pay stubs and employment dates. Definitely prepare that info ahead of time if you can.
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Thanks OP for starting this discussion. Really helpful to see all these strategies in one place. Going to bookmark this thread.
Glad it helped! I learned a lot from everyone's responses too.
Same here - this should be pinned for future reference
One last tip - if you're dealing with an overpayment notice, don't ignore it. The sooner you address it (either by paying or appealing), the better your options will be.
Good point. I've heard those can snowball quickly if you don't handle them right away.
Exactly. Washington ESD has collection powers so it's better to be proactive about overpayment issues.
QuantumQueen
The timing of when you file can also matter for your benefit year. If you file early in the year vs late in the year, it might affect which quarters count toward your base period and potentially your benefit amount.
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Oliver Weber
•That's true - Washington ESD uses a specific base period calculation, so timing can impact your weekly benefit amount, though not the 26 week duration.
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Amina Toure
•I filed in December so I'm hoping my base period included my best earning quarters from last year.
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Aisha Rahman
Has anyone here actually used up all 26 weeks? I'm curious what happens at the end - do they send you a notice or does it just stop?
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Yuki Sato
•yeah you get paperwork explaining everything. they dont just cut you off without warning
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Emma Anderson
•If you're getting close to exhausting benefits and have questions about what's next, that's another good time to use Claimyr to speak with an agent. They can explain your options for reapplying or other programs you might qualify for.
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