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File your claim ASAP! There's a waiting period and delays in processing, so the sooner you start the process the better. Don't let your employer's concerns delay your financial security.
You're absolutely right. Filing today. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information and support!
Good luck! Hope your claim goes through smoothly.
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Also keep in mind that you'll need to file a weekly claim every week to keep getting benefits, even if the amount doesn't change. It's easy to forget but missing a week can cause delays.
Yeah and those weekly claims ask about your job search activities, any work you did, and if you were able and available for work. Don't skip questions.
I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but unemployment benefits are taxable income federally. Washington doesn't tax it, but the IRS sure does. Plan accordingly!
Someone mentioned that earlier - I'll definitely have them withhold federal taxes. Thanks for the reminder!
Smart move. A lot of people get surprised by a big tax bill if they don't plan for it.
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Don't forget that your total benefit duration (how many weeks you can collect) is based on all your wages in the base period, not just the highest quarter. So even lower-earning quarters matter for something.
How many weeks do most people get?
Usually 26 weeks max, but it depends on your total base period wages compared to your weekly benefit amount.
Final tip: Keep all your pay stubs and tax documents handy in case Washington ESD needs to verify your wages later. Sometimes employers report wages incorrectly and you'll need proof of what you actually earned.
Good advice! I'll definitely keep everything organized just in case.
Yeah, wage verification issues are another common reason people need to call Washington ESD. Having documentation ready makes those conversations much easier.
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Before you quit, have you considered looking for another job first? It might be easier to transition directly to new employment rather than dealing with the uncertainty of unemployment benefits.
I've been looking but haven't found anything yet. The situation at work is getting worse and I'm not sure I can wait much longer.
I understand that pressure. Just make sure you're prepared for the possibility that your unemployment claim might be denied initially.
The Washington ESD good cause standards are pretty strict. You really need to show that a reasonable person in your situation would have quit. It's not just about whether you were unhappy - it has to be something that made continuing to work unreasonable.
That's a good way to think about it. I need to evaluate whether my situation would seem unreasonable to someone else looking at it objectively.
Exactly. And remember that Washington ESD will look at whether you tried to resolve the issues before quitting. Did you complain to management or try to address the problems?
StarGazer101
Last thing I'll add - keep good records of your job search activities from day one. Washington ESD can audit your job search log at any time, and you need to show you're actively looking for work.
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Carmen Sanchez
•Good reminder. I'll start keeping track of all my applications.
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StarGazer101
•WorkSourceWA is a good place to document your job search activities too.
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Keisha Jackson
This thread has been super helpful! Filing my claim this afternoon. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and advice.
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Andre Dupont
•Good luck! Hope everything goes smoothly for you.
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