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For future reference, Washington ESD customer service told me deposits can come anytime between Monday night and Wednesday morning depending on bank processing times and system load. Tuesday morning is just the most common.
When did you talk to customer service? I can never get through to them
Used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. Actually worked pretty well for getting connected.
Final update - seems like everyone who was waiting got their deposits between 4pm and 6pm today. Must have been some kind of processing delay on Washington ESD's end.
Thanks everyone for the help and reassurance. At least now I know this can happen and not to panic immediately.
Glad it worked out for everyone. These delays happen occasionally but payments do come through eventually.
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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel like I understand the Washington ESD requirements much better now. Hopefully I won't need to use this knowledge but it's good to know where I stand.
Glad we could help clarify things! The Washington ESD system is complex but once you understand the base period concept it makes more sense.
And remember if you ever need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD, services like Claimyr can save you a lot of time and frustration with the phone system.
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I think we can all agree that ANY situation involving Washington ESD is pretty much the worst case scenario. Whether it's adjudication, appeals, overpayments, or just trying to file a basic claim, the system seems designed to make people give up. The fact that we're all here comparing horror stories says everything about how broken it is.
Right? You'd think a system designed to help people during difficult times would actually be helpful.
The frustrating part is that most other states have figured out how to make their unemployment systems work reasonably well. Washington ESD seems uniquely dysfunctional.
After reading all these responses, I'm convinced that the worst type of unemployment situation is whatever one you're currently stuck in. They all suck in their own special way, and Washington ESD seems determined to make every process as difficult as possible. Thanks for sharing your experiences everyone - at least now I know I'm not alone in this mess.
Definitely not alone! This thread has been both depressing and comforting at the same time.
Exactly! It's good to know other people understand the frustration, even if the situation itself is terrible.
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this has been really helpful. i was worried i wasnt going to get much but sounds like washington actually has pretty good unemployment benefits compared to other places
Same here! I was dreading having to file for unemployment but at least the benefits seem reasonable.
One last thing to mention - remember you still have to meet all the job search requirements even if you're getting the maximum benefit. Washington ESD requires 3 job search activities per week and you have to keep a log of what you did.
Yeah they're pretty strict about the job search requirements. Make sure you understand what counts as a valid job search activity.
Exactly. And keep good records because they can audit your job search log at any time.
Olivia Garcia
Make sure you file your weekly claims every week even if your initial claim is still being processed. Missing those weekly filings can mess up your benefits later.
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Charlee Coleman
•How do I file weekly claims? Is that separate from the initial application?
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Olivia Garcia
•Yes, it's separate. After you file your initial claim, you'll get instructions on how to file weekly claims. Usually done online every Sunday for the previous week.
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Noah Lee
The whole experience of losing a minimum wage job and filing for unemployment can be really stressful, especially if it's your first time. Don't be afraid to ask questions and advocate for yourself if something doesn't seem right with your claim.
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Charlee Coleman
•Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about filing now.
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Noah Lee
•You're welcome! We've all been there at some point. The community here is great for support when you need it.
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