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talk to a disability attorney too. many offer free consultations and can advise on the interaction between disability and unemployment benefits
I hadn't thought of that. Good idea to get legal advice on this.
yeah they deal with this stuff all the time and know the rules better than most people
Final thought - if you do decide to apply for UI, having that conversation with Washington ESD first through something like Claimyr really helps avoid problems later. They can walk through your specific situation and give you guidance.
Thanks everyone. I think I'll get documentation from my doctor first, then try to speak with Washington ESD before applying.
Smart plan. Better to get it right the first time than deal with appeals and overpayments.
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Final reminder that if you're still struggling to reach Washington ESD by phone, Claimyr has been helping people get through consistently. Worth trying if you've been stuck in phone hell for weeks.
Already used them and it was a game changer - finally got real answers instead of automated messages
might give this a shot if my situation doesn't improve by next week
System definitely needs reform but knowing how to work within it helps. Good luck to everyone still fighting for their benefits.
Thanks everyone for the advice and support. This thread has been more helpful than weeks of trying to figure it out alone
That's what these forums are for - helping each other navigate the system
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For anyone still having trouble reaching Washington ESD about duration questions, I had success using that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. Got through to an agent who explained exactly how my weeks were calculated.
Did they charge you for that service?
There's a fee but it was worth it to get accurate info directly from an agent instead of guessing. Much better than spending days trying to call.
Bottom line - check your monetary determination for the exact number, but plan for up to 26 weeks. Keep filing weekly, do your job searches, and stay organized. The system works if you follow the rules.
Thanks everyone! This thread has been super helpful. Going to check my account tonight and get organized for the weeks ahead.
Good luck with your job search! Hope you find something great before you need all 26 weeks.
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One more thing - make sure you keep filing your weekly claims even while this is being adjudicated. If you win the appeal, you'll get back pay for all the weeks you filed. If you don't file, you lose those weeks even if you win.
Yes I'm still filing every week. Washington ESD told me to keep doing that even though I'm not getting paid yet.
Perfect! A lot of people stop filing thinking there's no point, but that's a costly mistake.
Companies also contest claims because they know most people won't fight back due to time, stress, or not knowing the process. Don't let them count on your giving up. You have rights and documentation on your side.
That makes me even more determined to fight this. I'm not going to let them get away with lying.
Chris King
just make sure you answer all the questions honestly and completely. leaving stuff blank or being vague will definitely slow things down
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Dominic Green
•Good point. I'll double-check everything before submitting.
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William Rivera
Final advice: Keep copies of everything you submit, including screenshots of your completed application. If there are any issues later, you'll need that documentation to resolve disputes or appeals.
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Dominic Green
•Great advice, thank you! I feel much better prepared now.
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Rachel Clark
•Screenshots saved me when Washington ESD claimed I never submitted certain information. Always keep records.
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