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Have you tried calling first thing in the morning when they open? I had better luck getting through around 8 AM compared to later in the day.
I've tried every time slot imaginable. Morning, lunch, afternoon, doesn't seem to matter. Always busy signals or getting disconnected.
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Quick question - does the residual pay get deposited the same way as regular unemployment benefits? Same timeline and everything?
Yes, residual benefits are processed and paid just like your regular weekly benefit amount. Same deposit method and timeline.
Perfect, thanks for clarifying that!
this whole thread has been really helpful. i was totally confused about residual pay too but now i understand how it works. thanks everyone for explaining it so clearly!
Same here! This community is great for getting these kinds of questions answered.
definitely beats trying to figure it out from the washington esd website alone
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Just want to add that if you ever have issues with payments or need to speak to someone at Washington ESD, that Claimyr service mentioned earlier is legit. I used it when my payments got held up and they helped me get through to resolve it quickly.
Good to know it's been helpful for multiple people. I'll definitely keep it in mind.
Yeah seems like a useful backup option when the regular phone lines are jammed
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One last thing - make sure you file in the same week you were terminated. The waiting week starts from when you file, not when you lost your job. Don't delay if you think you might qualify.
Thanks, I'll definitely file tonight. This thread has been incredibly helpful!
Good luck! Feel free to post updates on how it goes.
Rachel Clark
Just to close the loop on this discussion - I think the original poster's situation (budget cuts, employer decision) clearly qualifies as a layoff. Don't overthink it! Washington ESD has pretty clear guidelines about involuntary job loss due to business reasons.
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Hannah Flores
•Thanks! I'm going to go ahead and file my claim this weekend. This thread gave me the confidence I needed.
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Zachary Hughes
•Good luck with your claim! Hope everything goes smoothly.
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Mia Alvarez
This has been a really informative discussion. I learned a lot about how Washington ESD classifies different types of job separations. Bookmarking this thread for future reference!
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Carter Holmes
•Same! So helpful to see real experiences from people who've been through the process.
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Sophia Long
•Agreed. Much more useful than trying to decipher the official Washington ESD website sometimes.
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