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If you have any issues with the online system, try using a different browser or clearing your cache. I had problems with the application freezing and switching from Chrome to Firefox fixed it.
Good tip! I'll keep that in mind if I run into technical issues.
Also make sure you have a stable internet connection when filing. Nothing worse than losing your progress halfway through!
Last piece of advice - don't wait to file because you're not sure about something. You can always provide additional information later, but you can't backdate your claim to get benefits for weeks you didn't file. It's better to file and figure out the details as you go.
Good luck! Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions as you go through the process.
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Military discharge status can affect eligibility too. Dishonorable discharge usually disqualifies you from benefits.
What about other types of discharge?
Honorable and general discharges are usually fine. It's mainly dishonorable discharge that causes problems with unemployment eligibility.
Back to the original question about hostile work environment - document everything! Keep emails, texts, witness statements, HR complaints, anything that shows you tried to resolve the situation before quitting. Good cause determinations are very fact-specific.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much more prepared now to file my claim and avoid potential pitfalls.
Good luck! And remember, even if you get initially denied, you can always appeal. Don't give up if you think you have a valid claim.
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Bottom line - if you made decent money in the past year and lost your job or had hours cut, you probably qualify for something. The worst they can do is say no, and the application process isn't that bad once you get started.
Thanks everyone! This thread has been super helpful. I'm going to file this weekend and see what happens.
Good luck! And remember that Claimyr service if you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD. Saved me a lot of headaches.
One last thing - keep records of everything. Your application, determination letters, wage statements, job search logs, everything. If you ever need to appeal a decision or they audit your claim, you'll need documentation.
This is so important. I had a friend who got hit with an overpayment because they couldn't prove they were doing job searches. Cost them thousands.
Noted! I'll start keeping better records right away. Thanks again everyone!
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Just remember to file your weekly claims every week even if your initial claim is still being processed. Missing weeks can cause delays and you might not be able to get those benefits later.
How do I file weekly claims if my main claim isn't approved yet?
You can still file them online. If your claim gets approved, you'll get paid for all the weeks you filed. If it gets denied, you just don't get paid but there's no penalty for filing.
The Washington ESD website has gotten better over the years but it's still confusing. I always recommend people read through the handbook they have online - it explains everything in more detail than the FAQ section.
Where is this handbook? I've been all over their website and haven't seen it.
It's under the 'Resources' section, called something like 'Unemployment Insurance Handbook' or 'Claimant Handbook'. Has way more detail than the basic eligibility pages.
Zane Gray
One more thing to consider - if you do transition from unemployment to disability, make sure you understand the implications for your job search requirements and any work search waivers you might need during the transition period.
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Sydney Torres
•I hadn't thought about the job search requirements during a transition. That's another good question to ask Washington ESD.
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Maggie Martinez
This thread has been really helpful. I'm dealing with a similar situation with a different medical condition. It's good to know I'm not the only one confused about how these benefits interact with each other. The key seems to be getting proper medical documentation and being upfront with Washington ESD.
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Sydney Torres
•Glad this helped you too! It definitely seems like honesty and documentation are the most important things.
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Kaitlyn Jenkins
•Exactly right. The system works better when people are transparent about their situations rather than trying to work around the rules.
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