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One last tip - when you file, make sure you have a quiet place and good internet connection. The application takes about 30-45 minutes and you don't want to get kicked out halfway through and have to start over.
Good thinking. I'll make sure to set aside enough time and do it when the house is quiet.
Also save/screenshot your confirmation number when you're done filing!
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been following this thread and wanted to share that i got fired for performance last month and my claim was approved in 2 weeks with no issues. employer didn't even contest it. sometimes people overthink these things
The bottom line is that unemployment insurance exists for situations exactly like this. You pay into the system through your paychecks, so don't feel bad about using it when you need to. Performance issues happen and that's why we have this safety net.
Thanks for saying that. I do feel guilty about potentially collecting unemployment but you're right that I've been paying into it.
Exactly! It's insurance, not welfare. You've earned the right to use it if you lose your job through no fault of your own.
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Whatever you do, don't delay filing if you do get laid off. Benefits are only backdated to the week you actually file, not when you became unemployed.
Good to know! I'll file right away if it happens.
Yes, this is super important. I waited a week to file thinking I needed to get my paperwork perfect first, and lost out on a week of benefits.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. This thread has been way more useful than anything I found on the official Washington ESD website. At least now I have a better idea of what to expect.
Agreed! I feel much more prepared now.
Glad we could help. These eligibility questions come up a lot and it's always good to share knowledge.
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Just went through this process myself and the hardest part was actually getting someone at Washington ESD on the phone to ask questions. If you need to talk to them, definitely consider using that Claimyr service - saved me so much frustration.
How much does something like that cost though? I'm always skeptical of services that charge to help with government stuff.
I thought the same thing at first, but honestly after wasting days trying to get through on my own, it was worth every penny. They don't ask for any personal info either, just help you navigate the phone system.
Bottom line for OP: 8 months of work should definitely qualify you for unemployment benefits in Washington. The system looks at your total wages over the base period, not how long you worked at any specific job. You should be all set if the unfortunate happens.
Perfect summary, thank you! This thread has been incredibly helpful and put my mind at ease.
Glad we could help! Hope you don't need to use this info but good on you for being prepared.
Sarah Ali
Mine got approved at exactly the 3 week mark. Got the determination letter on a Tuesday and first payment hit my account that Thursday. Hang in there!
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Brianna Schmidt
•That's encouraging! Hopefully mine follows a similar timeline.
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Ryan Vasquez
•Same here, 3 weeks almost to the day. Must be their internal processing schedule.
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Avery Saint
If you need to speak with someone urgently about your claim status, I actually had success with that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. Worth checking out their demo video to see if it would help your situation. Sometimes you just need a real person to look at your account.
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Brianna Schmidt
•I might have to try that if I don't hear something soon. Thanks for the recommendation.
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Taylor Chen
•Let us know how it goes if you do try it. Always looking for ways to actually reach Washington ESD.
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