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One last thought - if your business does pick back up, you might want to consider setting aside some money each month as your own 'unemployment fund' since you can't rely on the state system.
That's excellent advice. Building my own emergency fund should definitely be a priority once things improve.
Exactly! Think of it as self-insurance since we don't have the safety net that employees have.
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Hope your claim goes smoothly! The waiting is the worst part but at least you're getting it filed right away instead of delaying like some people do.
Thanks! Yeah, I'm glad I asked here instead of just guessing about the timing.
Quick update - I filed my claim about an hour ago and got a confirmation email already. The whole process took maybe 45 minutes. Thanks everyone for pushing me to file right away instead of waiting!
Awesome! Glad you got it done quickly.
Perfect! You did the right thing filing immediately. Should save you weeks compared to people who wait.
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This thread has been really informative. I was fired 6 months ago and was too embarrassed to apply for unemployment because I thought being fired automatically disqualified you. Wish I had known this information sooner!
It's a common misconception. Many people who were fired are eligible for benefits. You can still apply now, though you'll only be able to claim benefits going forward, not retroactively.
Better late than never I guess. Filing my application tonight.
Final update: Got my determination letter today and I was approved! The adjudication took exactly 3 weeks like some of you said it would. My first payment should be processed within a few days. Thanks everyone for the advice and encouragement!
Great news! Now you can focus on finding your next job without the financial stress.
Awesome! This thread convinced me that I probably have a good chance too.
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thanks for breaking it all down. the Washington ESD website is so confusing but this makes way more sense
The website has all the official info but it's definitely not user-friendly. That's why forums like this are helpful for real-world explanations.
Agreed. Getting info from people who've actually been through the process is way more helpful than trying to decode government websites.
Hope this helps everyone understand the basics. Remember the key requirements: sufficient work history, unemployed through no fault of your own, able and available for work, actively searching for jobs, and filing your weekly claims on time. Follow those rules and you should be fine.
Perfect summary. I feel much more confident about applying now.
Those really are the core requirements. Everything else is just details about how to meet those main criteria.
Sophia Gabriel
Been following this discussion and wanted to mention that even though there's a waiting period, you might be eligible for other assistance programs while you wait. Food benefits, housing assistance, etc. Don't suffer in silence during that first week.
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Norman Fraser
•That's a good point. I hadn't thought about other programs. Do you know where to apply for those?
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Sophia Gabriel
•Check with DSHS (Department of Social and Health Services) for food and medical assistance. Many counties also have emergency assistance programs.
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Tobias Lancaster
Final update from me - I finally got through to Washington ESD using that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. Turns out my adjudication was just waiting for one piece of paperwork from my employer. Agent was able to tell me exactly what was needed and how long it should take. Would have saved me weeks of stress if I'd been able to talk to someone sooner.
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Norman Fraser
•This gives me hope. I might try it if my adjudication drags on much longer.
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Ezra Beard
•It's crazy that we need third-party services just to reach our own state agency, but whatever works!
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