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Make sure you also check if there are any disqualifying factors like: receiving workers compensation, being self-employed without paying into the system, being a student in certain situations, or having immigration status issues. Washington ESD has specific rules for all these situations.
None of those apply to me, so I'm thinking it might be related to the gig work reporting or maybe something with my employer's response.
The most important thing is to not give up. Even if your initial claim is denied, many people win their appeals if they have a valid case. Make sure you understand exactly why you were denied and address those specific issues in your appeal. Good luck!
Thank you everyone for all the advice. I feel much more informed about what might have gone wrong and what steps I need to take next.
Keep us updated on how your appeal goes!
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To summarize for anyone reading this later: Yes, you can potentially file for both unemployment and disability simultaneously in Washington, but you must genuinely meet the requirements for both programs. Key points: 1) You must be able to perform some type of work for unemployment, 2) Document all medical limitations and job search activities, 3) Be prepared for extra scrutiny from Washington ESD, 4) Consider timing of when disability vs. unemployment situations arose, 5) Keep detailed records of everything.
This is exactly the kind of summary I needed. Thank you everyone for all the advice and information!
Great summary! This should help a lot of people in similar situations.
UPDATE: I ended up using that Claimyr service someone mentioned and finally got through to a Washington ESD agent. They explained that I can file for unemployment now while my disability application is pending, as long as I'm honest about my work limitations and only apply for jobs I can actually do with my back injury. Going to start my UI claim tomorrow and document everything carefully. Thanks everyone for the help!
Perfect approach. You're being honest about your limitations while still meeting the available for work requirement. Good luck with both applications!
Nice! It's refreshing to hear about someone actually getting helpful information from Washington ESD instead of getting the runaround.
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Final advice - start the process today if you can. The sooner you file, the sooner you can start receiving benefits. And don't be afraid to ask questions here if you get stuck. Most of us have been through this process and are happy to help.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much more confident about tackling this now.
Good luck! The first time is always the most overwhelming but you've got this.
Just remember to keep filing those weekly claims even if your initial claim is still being processed. You don't want to miss any weeks once you're approved.
So I file weekly claims before I even know if I'm approved?
Yes, you can file weekly claims while your initial claim is pending. That way if you're approved, you'll get paid for all those weeks retroactively.
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expect the worst hope for the best lol. took me 5 weeks to get my first payment and that was with no complications. the system is just slow and understaffed. at least once you start getting payments they come regularly
5 weeks even with no complications? That's longer than what others are saying.
yeah it varies a lot. some people get lucky and get paid in 2-3 weeks, others wait much longer. depends on workload and which office processes your claim
The key is patience and persistence. Keep filing weekly claims, keep doing job searches, and keep checking your online account. If you hit roadblocks, don't give up. The system works eventually but it's not fast or user-friendly.
Thanks everyone for all the advice. Feeling more prepared for what to expect now.
You're welcome. Remember that most claims do get approved eventually, it's just a matter of following the process correctly and being patient with the timeline.
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One thing that helped me was creating a detailed timeline of my employment and keeping all my pay stubs organized. When Washington ESD requested wage information, I was able to provide everything immediately instead of scrambling to find documents. Being prepared definitely sped up my approval process.
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Isabella Costa
•That's smart. I have most of my recent pay stubs but should probably gather older ones just in case.
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Andre Moreau
•Organization is key with Washington ESD. They might ask for stuff going back 18 months.
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Zoe Stavros
For anyone still waiting - I know it's frustrating but try to be patient. Washington ESD is processing thousands of claims and they do get to everyone eventually. In the meantime, make sure you're meeting the job search requirements and keeping good records. The backpay once you're approved will cover the waiting period.
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Isabella Costa
•Thanks for the encouragement. It's hard to stay patient when bills are piling up, but I know they'll get to it eventually.
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Jamal Harris
•The backpay definitely helps once it comes through. Just keep doing everything right while you wait.
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