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washington esd is usually pretty good about the payment schedule but when there are problems its really hard to get help. tried calling so many times last year when my payments stopped
This is why services like Claimyr exist - they take the pain out of trying to reach Washington ESD when you really need to speak with an agent about your specific situation.
If your payment is more than a week late, definitely call Washington ESD or use that Claimyr service people mentioned. Sometimes there are technical glitches that need manual fixes.
man i remember that feeling of constantly checking my bank account every hour waiting for that first unemployment payment. hang in there it'll come through
my advice is dont overthink it too much. if youve been working full time for 8 months you probably qualify as long as you didnt quit without good reason. just focus on finding your next job instead of planning for unemployment
I had to use Claimyr twice last year - once for eligibility questions and once when my claim got stuck in adjudication for weeks. Both times they got me through to Washington ESD agents who could actually help. The system is so overloaded that sometimes you need that extra help to reach someone.
My cousin filed for unemployment and got her first payment in exactly 3 weeks. No issues with her claim though - I think that makes a big difference.
Good luck everyone! The unemployment system isn't perfect but it's there to help us get through tough times. Don't be afraid to use it if you need it.
Zainab Omar
One last tip - set up direct deposit when you file your claim. Paper checks take much longer and can get lost in the mail. Direct deposit usually processes within 2-3 business days after your weekly claim is approved.
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QuantumQuester
•Good point! I definitely want to get paid as quickly as possible.
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Zainab Omar
•Smart thinking! Also make sure your bank account information is accurate - wrong account info will delay your payments significantly.
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Connor Murphy
Welcome to the club nobody wants to join! But seriously, unemployment benefits are a crucial safety net. File your claim, stay organized with your job search, and you'll get through this temporary situation.
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QuantumQuester
•Thanks for the encouragement! Hopefully I'll find something soon and won't need benefits for long.
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Connor Murphy
•That's the right attitude! Use the time to find a job that's a good fit rather than rushing into the first thing available.
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