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Chloe Delgado

How to write an appeal letter for unemployment from employer - Washington ESD help needed

My former employer just contested my unemployment claim and Washington ESD sided with them. I got a notice saying I was disqualified for 'misconduct' but that's completely false - I was let go because they were downsizing, not for any performance issues. I have 30 days to appeal this decision but I have no idea how to write an effective appeal letter. Has anyone successfully appealed an employer contest? What should I include in my letter to make sure Washington ESD understands my side of the story?

Another vote for Claimyr if you need to talk to someone at Washington ESD about the appeal process. I used them when I was confused about deadlines and they connected me right away. Much less stressful than trying to navigate the phone system yourself.

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I keep seeing mentions of this service. Might be worth it just for peace of mind.

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Definitely worth it when you're dealing with something as important as your unemployment benefits.

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Last piece of advice - submit your appeal as early as possible within that 30-day window. Don't wait until the last minute in case there are any technical issues with the submission.

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Great point. I'm going to finish writing it this weekend and submit it by Monday.

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Perfect! That gives you plenty of buffer time and shows Washington ESD you're taking it seriously.

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Scarlett Forster

How can I be eligible for unemployment benefits in Washington state?

I'm trying to figure out if I qualify for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD. I lost my job last month when the restaurant I worked at closed permanently due to financial issues. I worked there for about 8 months full-time as a server. Before that I had another job for 6 months at a retail store. I'm not sure what the requirements are or how they calculate if you're eligible. Can someone explain what Washington ESD looks for when determining eligibility? I want to make sure I meet all the criteria before I apply.

Remember you can also appeal any determination if you disagree with Washington ESD's decision. You have 30 days from the date of any notice to file an appeal. Hopefully you won't need that information but it's good to know your rights.

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Hopefully it won't come to that but thanks for letting me know the timeframe.

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Most claims go through without issues, especially straightforward cases like yours. Just wanted you to be informed!

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Last thing - when you do your weekly claims, be completely honest about any work you do or money you earn, even if it's just a few hours. Washington ESD will find out eventually and it's better to report it upfront than deal with an overpayment later.

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Good point. I'll make sure to report any income accurately. Thanks again everyone for all the help!

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You're welcome! Hope everything goes smoothly with your claim.

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Nia Wilson

How much unemployment will I get from Washington ESD if I make $1,000 a week?

I'm trying to figure out what my weekly benefit amount would be through Washington ESD if I lose my job. I currently make about $1,000 per week gross (around $52k annually). Does anyone know how Washington state calculates unemployment benefits? I've looked at the ESD website but the calculator seems confusing and I want to make sure I understand this right before I potentially need to file.

One last tip - if you do end up needing to contact Washington ESD for any reason after filing, I can't recommend Claimyr enough. Before I found them I literally tried calling for 3 weeks straight and never got through. Their system actually works.

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How much does something like that cost?

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Honestly worth whatever it costs when you're trying to sort out benefit issues and can't get through any other way. Check out their demo video to see how it works.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! Hopefully I won't need it but at least now I have a better understanding of how it all works.

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Good luck! And remember, if you do need to file, do it as soon as possible after becoming unemployed. There's no retroactive benefits for delayed filing.

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Omar Farouk

Washington ESD - if i get fired am i eligible for unemployment benefits?

So I'm pretty sure my boss is about to fire me next week and I'm wondering if I can get unemployment from Washington ESD. I've been working at this retail job for about 8 months and my manager has been writing me up for being late a few times and some customer complaints. Nothing too serious I think but they seem to be building a case. If they terminate me will I be able to file for UI benefits? I really need the income while I look for something else.

Keep us posted on how it goes! Hoping everything works out for you.

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Will do, thanks again everyone. This thread has been super helpful!

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Last thought - if you do need to contact Washington ESD and are having trouble getting through, seriously check out that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier. It made such a difference when I was dealing with my appeal. The video demo really shows how much time it can save you.

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I might have to try that myself, I've been trying to get through to Washington ESD for a week about my own claim issue.

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Definitely worth it if you're stuck in phone hell. Way better than spending your whole day redialing.

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Roger Romero

How much will I get with Washington ESD unemployment benefits?

I just lost my job at a restaurant after working there for 2 years making $18/hour, about 35 hours a week. I've never filed for unemployment before and I'm trying to figure out how much I might get from Washington ESD. I know it's based on your wages but I'm not sure how they calculate it. My last quarter I made around $8,400 total. Does anyone know the formula they use or have experience with similar wages? I need to know so I can budget for rent and bills while I look for another job.

Just make sure you have all your employment information ready when you file your claim. They'll need your employer's name, address, dates of employment, and reason for separation. Having this information organized will speed up the process.

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I have most of that information. My manager said they would confirm my employment if Washington ESD calls to verify.

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That's good. Sometimes the verification process can delay benefits if employers don't respond quickly, so having cooperative former employers helps.

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I wanted to follow up on the Claimyr service mentioned earlier. I was skeptical at first but used it last month when I couldn't get through to Washington ESD about my pending claim. It actually worked really well and saved me probably 6 hours of calling. The person I spoke with at Washington ESD was able to resolve my adjudication issue right away.

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It's not free but it's way cheaper than losing days of work trying to get through to Washington ESD on your own. The time savings alone made it worth it for me.

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I agree with this. I spent literally 8 hours over 3 days trying to get through to Washington ESD. Used Claimyr and got connected in under an hour. Sometimes you have to spend a little to save a lot of time and stress.

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