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Been following this thread and wanted to add - if you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD about your claim status, that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier actually does work. Used it myself when I couldn't get through their phone system. Worth checking out the demo video they linked if you're frustrated with busy signals.
I'll definitely keep that in mind if I run into phone issues. Thanks for the confirmation!
Bottom line - file your claim regardless of being fired. Let Washington ESD make the determination rather than assuming you don't qualify. Worst case scenario is they say no, but many people who were terminated still qualify for benefits. You've got nothing to lose by filing.
You're absolutely right. I'm going to file tonight and see what happens. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
Good luck! Hope it works out for you.
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Your situation sounds very similar to mine and I got approved. The key is that you communicated with your employer and had valid reasons for the absences. Washington ESD understands that life happens.
This thread has been so helpful. I feel much more confident about filing now.
Good luck with your claim! Keep us posted on how it goes.
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washington state really does have good family leave benefits compared to other states. pfml covers not just maternity but also caring for sick family members and your own medical issues. way better than just hoping unemployment would cover it
Agreed! I used PFML to care for my elderly parent last year. The program is really comprehensive.
That's great to know it covers other situations too. Seems like a really valuable program.
Final tip: Keep all your documentation organized when you apply for PFML. Medical records, employment verification, etc. The more complete your application, the faster it gets processed. And remember, this is not unemployment - it's paid family leave specifically designed for situations like yours!
Thank you everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel so much more confident about navigating this now.
Good luck with your pregnancy and your PFML application! You've got this.
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Just went through a similar situation. Company offered voluntary severance, I took it, and had no issues getting unemployment after the severance period ended. Key was that the company was clear it was a workforce reduction, not people choosing to quit.
Thanks for sharing your experience! That's exactly the kind of real-world example I needed to hear.
Same here. As long as the company doesn't try to code it as voluntary resignation, you should be fine.
Make sure you keep all documentation from your employer about the severance package and the reasons for the layoff. Washington ESD might request this during the application process, especially if there are any questions about the voluntary nature of the separation.
Absolutely. I'm going to make sure I get everything in writing from HR about the department elimination.
Gemma Andrews
My advice: don't stress too much about calculating the exact quarters and wages. File your claim and let Washington ESD do the math. If there are any issues with your work history, they'll let you know and you can provide additional documentation.
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Pedro Sawyer
•This is the right approach. The online application will walk you through reporting your work history and Washington ESD will determine if you qualify.
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Darcy Moore
•Thanks everyone, I feel much better about this now. Going to file my claim this week.
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Mae Bennett
One more tip - make sure you have accurate information about your employers when you file. Washington ESD will verify your wages with your former employers, so any mistakes can delay your claim processing.
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Beatrice Marshall
•Yes! Get your employer names, addresses, and dates of employment exactly right. Small errors can cause big delays.
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Darcy Moore
•Good to know. I'll double-check all my employment information before filing.
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