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This has been super helpful for me too. I start filing next week and was dreading trying to figure out what all the different numbers mean.
Just to close the loop on this - I successfully filed my weekly claim using my SSN as the identification number. Everything went through without any issues. Thanks everyone for the help!
Great news! And remember, if you ever need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD about your claim, Claimyr is there to help get you connected without the endless hold times.
I was in a similar situation with multiple part-time jobs. The adjudication process took forever because they had to verify employment with both employers. Be prepared for potential delays if your work history is complicated.
Just want to add that if you're working reduced hours, you need to still be available for additional work. Washington ESD might ask if you're turning down shifts or refusing overtime. Make sure you can show you're willing to work more hours if available.
Just wanted to add - make sure you file your weekly claims every week even if your initial claim is under review. You can't get paid for weeks you don't file for, even retroactively. Keep up with the job search requirements too.
Bottom line - getting fired for performance issues is not the same as getting fired for misconduct. Washington ESD knows this and they're not trying to deny legitimate claims. File your application and don't stress about it too much!
One more tip - if you qualify for the maximum benefit amount, you also qualify for the maximum number of weeks (usually 26 weeks). The duration and amount are linked in Washington's system.
Overall Washington's unemployment system works pretty well once you get through the initial setup. The benefit calculation is transparent and the amounts are livable for most people.
Glad we could help! And remember if you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD, Claimyr can save you hours of phone frustration.
Mateo Martinez
For anyone else reading this thread, I'd recommend keeping track of your earnings and employment dates. Makes it easier to determine eligibility and complete the application if you ever need to file for benefits.
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Keisha Brown
•Great advice! I should probably start keeping better records of my employment history.
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QuantumQueen
•yeah pay stubs and tax documents are really helpful when filing a claim
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Aisha Rahman
The bottom line is that Washington state's unemployment system is designed to help workers who lose their jobs, but you do need to have worked enough to contribute to the system. Sounds like 8 months of full-time work should easily meet the requirements.
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Keisha Brown
•That's reassuring! Hopefully I won't need to find out, but at least I know what to expect now.
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Ethan Wilson
•fingers crossed you wont need it but good that youre informed just in case
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