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Make sure you file your weekly claims every week even if your initial claim is still being processed. Missing those weekly filings can mess up your benefits later.
How do I file weekly claims? Is that separate from the initial application?
Yes, it's separate. After you file your initial claim, you'll get instructions on how to file weekly claims. Usually done online every Sunday for the previous week.
The whole experience of losing a minimum wage job and filing for unemployment can be really stressful, especially if it's your first time. Don't be afraid to ask questions and advocate for yourself if something doesn't seem right with your claim.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about filing now.
You're welcome! We've all been there at some point. The community here is great for support when you need it.
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The most important thing is to start the process immediately. Every day you wait is money you're potentially losing. Washington ESD benefits don't typically go back before the date you file your initial claim.
Got it. Filing today. Thanks for all the advice everyone!
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Look into temporary assistance programs while you're waiting for this to get resolved. United Way has resources for emergency help with utilities and rent. Don't wait until you're completely broke to ask for help.
That's really good advice. I'll look into what's available in my area.
Also check with your former employer's HR department. Sometimes they have resources or can provide documentation that helps with your claim.
Abigail bergen
Has anyone had luck appealing their benefit amount? Mine seems way too low based on what I was making.
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Ezra Beard
•You can appeal if you think they made an error in calculating your wages. You'd need to provide pay stubs or tax documents to prove higher earnings.
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Ahooker-Equator
•I appealed mine and won. They had missed wages from a job that reported late to the state. Got an extra $150/week retroactively.
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Anderson Prospero
For anyone still having trouble reaching Washington ESD, I second the Claimyr recommendation. Used it twice now and both times got through quickly. Worth checking out their demo video to see how it works.
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Tobias Lancaster
•I'm definitely going to try that if I need to call them again. Thanks for the tip.
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Tyrone Hill
•Wish I had known about that months ago when I was calling hundreds of times trying to fix my claim.
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