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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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One last tip - save copies of everything you submit to ESD and keep records of all your interactions with them. If you end up needing to appeal or if there are any disputes later, having your own documentation is invaluable.
Will do! I'm starting a whole folder just for this unemployment claim process.
Smart move. Organization is your friend when dealing with any government agency.
Just to add one more success story to the mix - I got fired from my warehouse job for 'safety violations' (aka refusing to work in unsafe conditions) and not only did I get UI benefits, but the state also investigated my former employer. Sometimes standing up for yourself pays off in the long run.
That's inspiring! I hope my situation works out similarly. The safety issues at my job were really serious.
Don't let them push you around. Workers have rights for a reason. Good luck with your claim!
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good luck with everything! layoffs are never fun but at least you know your options now
Thank you! Feeling much more confident about handling this situation now.
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I tried filing for partial unemployment as per diem last year and got denied initially. Had to appeal and it took forever to get resolved.
They said I was still employed and didn't meet the criteria for partial benefits. Had to prove that my hours were cut involuntarily and significantly.
This is exactly why being able to talk to someone at Washington ESD makes such a difference. Appeals can be avoided if you can explain your situation properly from the start.
Good luck OP! Per diem unemployment claims are definitely possible but you need to be persistent and organized with your documentation.
Thanks everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about filing now.
Just remember to keep detailed records going forward too. Makes future claims much easier if this happens again.
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For anyone who's self-employed or worked as a contractor, you might be eligible for unemployment benefits now too. The rules changed in recent years to include more types of workers. Worth checking even if you think you don't qualify.
I drove for rideshare companies - would that count?
Possibly! If you were classified as an independent contractor but should have been an employee, or if you paid into unemployment insurance, you might qualify. The rules are complicated so it's worth applying and letting Washington ESD make the determination.
One more thing - keep track of EVERYTHING. Save all your emails from Washington ESD, keep copies of your weekly claim confirmations, screenshot your account status regularly. If something goes wrong (and it probably will at some point), you'll need documentation to prove what happened.
Thanks for all the advice everyone! This has been super helpful. I'm going to file my claim today.
Good luck! And remember, the first few weeks are always the most confusing. It gets easier once you understand the system and get into a routine with the weekly claims.
Hannah Flores
The key is just to get started. I know it seems overwhelming but once you get through the initial application, the weekly claims are pretty straightforward. You got this!
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Chloe Boulanger
•Thank you so much everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about tackling this now.
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Hannah Flores
•Happy to help! Come back and update us on how it goes.
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Kayla Jacobson
Final reminder - keep filing those weekly claims even if your initial claim is still being processed. Missing a week can cause delays in your payments later on.
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Chloe Boulanger
•Got it! File the initial claim ASAP and then keep up with the weekly claims no matter what.
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