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The bottom line is yes, you can usually get unemployment if you're fired, but be prepared for it to take some time and potentially involve some back-and-forth with Washington ESD. Having help navigating the system definitely makes it easier.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses. I feel much more prepared now if I do end up getting fired.
Hope it doesn't come to that, but at least you know your options now. Good luck!
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Has anyone used the Claimyr service mentioned earlier? I'm curious if it actually works or if it's just another scam targeting desperate unemployment claimants.
I used it and it worked for me. Got connected to a Washington ESD agent after weeks of failed attempts on my own. The video demo I mentioned earlier shows exactly how the process works.
Okay that's reassuring. I might give it a try since traditional calling clearly isn't working for me.
Bottom line - be completely honest, report everything accurately, and keep looking for full-time work. As long as you do that, working part-time while collecting benefits is totally allowed in Washington.
Perfect summary! Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much more confident about managing both the part-time work and my unemployment claim properly.
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For anyone still waiting - double check that you're filing your weekly claims correctly. I was making mistakes on mine and didn't realize it was delaying my payments.
What kind of mistakes were you making? I want to make sure I'm doing it right.
I was reporting my job search activities wrong and not answering the work availability questions correctly. Small stuff but it matters.
Bottom line - if everything goes perfectly, expect first payment around week 3-4. If there are any complications, could be 6-8 weeks or longer. Plan accordingly and don't rely on benefits coming quickly.
That's good advice. Better to plan for the worst case scenario and be pleasantly surprised if it comes sooner.
Exactly. I made the mistake of assuming 2-3 weeks and got into financial trouble when it took 7 weeks due to adjudication.
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One more tip - if you're getting close to the end of your benefits, document EVERYTHING about your job search. Keep records of every application, every contact, every interview. If you end up needing to appeal any decisions or apply for other programs, having detailed records will help.
Good point. I've been keeping track but maybe not as detailed as I should be. I'll start being more thorough.
Screenshots of job postings are helpful too since they sometimes get taken down and you want proof you applied to legitimate openings.
btw that claimyr thing someone mentioned earlier - i tried it when i had issues with my claim and it actually worked. saved me from sitting on hold for hours. might be worth it if you need to talk to someone at washington esd about your remaining benefit time
Thanks for the follow-up on that. I might give it a try since I do have some specific questions about my situation.
Yeah I've heard good things about services like that. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person to get clear answers.
Miguel Herrera
One more consideration - if your severance puts you over the income threshold for any other assistance programs you might be eligible for, factor that into your decision. But from a pure Washington ESD unemployment perspective, you should be fine to take both.
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Fatima Al-Sayed
•I hadn't thought about other programs. I'll look into that too. Thanks for all the help everyone!
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Dylan Hughes
Final advice - keep excellent records of everything related to your layoff, severance agreement, and unemployment claim. If any questions come up later during your claim period, you'll want to have all the documentation ready.
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Fatima Al-Sayed
•Will do. I'm going to scan everything and keep it organized just in case.
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