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Payton Black

How much unemployment do you get from Washington ESD weekly benefits?

I'm trying to figure out what to expect for my weekly benefit amount from Washington ESD. I was making about $52,000 a year at my last job before getting laid off. Does anyone know how they calculate the weekly benefit amount? I've heard it's based on your highest earning quarter but I'm not sure exactly how the math works. Also wondering if there's a maximum amount they'll pay regardless of how much you were making.

The whole process of getting my benefit amount confirmed was a nightmare. Spent weeks trying to get through to Washington ESD. Finally used some service that helps you connect - Claimyr I think? Worth every penny to avoid the phone tree hell.

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I keep hearing about this Claimyr thing. Does it actually work or is it just another scam?

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It's legit. They don't ask for your personal info or anything sketchy. Just helps you get through the phone system faster. Check out their demo video if you're curious.

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Thanks everyone for explaining this. I feel like I actually understand how the benefit calculation works now. Going to file my claim tomorrow.

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Good luck! Make sure you have all your employment info ready when you file.

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Same here, this thread was super helpful. Way better than trying to decode the Washington ESD website.

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DeShawn Washington

How long do unemployment payments take from Washington ESD after approval?

My Washington ESD claim finally got approved last Tuesday after being stuck in adjudication for almost a month. I've been filing my weekly claims but haven't received any payments yet. It's been 6 days since approval and I'm starting to worry something went wrong. How long should I expect to wait for my first unemployment payment? I really need this money for rent that's due next week.

UPDATE: Payment finally hit my account this morning! Took exactly 7 days from approval to receiving funds. Thanks everyone for the reassurance and advice.

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Wait that's not me posting the update - I'm still waiting! But good to know 7 days is normal.

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Oh sorry, thought you were the OP! Hope yours comes through soon too.

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For anyone else reading this thread later - the typical timeline is 2-5 business days after approval if everything is set up correctly. Anything longer than that and you should probably call to make sure there isn't an issue with your account.

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Thanks for the summary. That matches what most people have been saying here.

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Agreed, and if calling doesn't work, those third-party services like Claimyr that people mentioned seem like a viable option for getting through to someone.

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Liam O'Reilly

What disqualifies you for unemployment benefits in Washington - got denied and confused

Just got my determination letter from Washington ESD and they denied my unemployment claim. The letter mentions several reasons but honestly the language is confusing and I don't understand what exactly disqualified me. I worked at a retail store for 8 months before getting let go and thought I'd be eligible. Can someone explain what disqualifies you for unemployment in plain English? I'm trying to figure out if I should appeal this decision or if there's no point.

my cousin got disqualified because she was going to school full time and washington esd said she wasnt available for work. didnt know that was even a thing

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Full-time students can sometimes still qualify if they meet certain criteria about availability for work. It's not an automatic disqualification but adds complications to the claim.

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yeah she ended up appealing and won because she was doing online classes and could work any schedule. took forever though

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I'm going to gather my documentation and file an appeal. Also going to try that Claimyr service to get more details about what exactly my employer reported. This thread has been way more helpful than anything I found on the Washington ESD website.

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Good luck with your appeal! Remember you have 30 days from the determination date, so don't wait too long.

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Hope it works out for you. Getting the right information is half the battle with these disqualification issues.

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Aaron Boston

Is Washington ESD unemployment office open on Veterans Day?

Need to call Washington ESD tomorrow about my pending claim but just realized it's Veterans Day. Does anyone know if their phone lines will be open? I've been trying to get through for weeks about my adjudication issue and finally cleared my schedule to call first thing in the morning.

Just remember to have all your info ready when you do get through - claim number, SSN, dates, etc. Nothing worse than finally reaching an agent and then fumbling around looking for paperwork.

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Great point! I'll make a list of everything I need beforehand.

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Also write down your questions ahead of time. Easy to forget what you wanted to ask when you're finally talking to someone.

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Washington ESD really needs to hire more phone staff. It's 2025 and we still can't get through to unemployment offices. Ridiculous.

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The whole system needs an overhaul. Thank god for services like Claimyr that actually work.

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True, at least there are workarounds now. Still shouldn't be necessary though.

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Yara Khalil

Who can draw unemployment benefits in Washington State - eligibility requirements?

I'm trying to figure out if I qualify for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD. I worked part-time for about 8 months last year before getting laid off, but I'm not sure if that's enough work history. I also heard there are different rules for different types of workers. Can someone explain who is actually eligible to draw unemployment in Washington? I don't want to waste time filing if I'm not going to qualify.

I used Claimyr when I had issues with my claim status and couldn't get through to Washington ESD. Really helped me avoid weeks of calling and getting nowhere. The video demo on their site shows exactly how it works - pretty straightforward.

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Is it expensive to use?

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I thought it was worth it considering how much time and frustration it saved me. Much better than spending hours on hold every day.

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Bottom line - if you worked long enough and earned enough wages, got laid off through no fault of your own, and can meet the ongoing requirements, you'll probably qualify. The application process itself is pretty straightforward, it's dealing with issues after that can be challenging.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I think I have enough to get started with my application.

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Good luck! The whole system is frustrating but the benefits do help when you need them.

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