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The good news is that since you were laid off and not fired for misconduct, you should have a straightforward approval process. Just make sure to apply soon and keep up with your weekly claims and job search.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about applying now.
Good luck! The process can be frustrating but you definitely sound like you qualify based on what you've shared.
One last tip - keep track of everything. Save copies of all your applications, correspondence with Washington ESD, and job search activities. You never know when you might need to reference something later.
Will do! I'm going to start a folder for all my unemployment documents right now.
Smart move. Organization really helps when you're dealing with any government benefits program.
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One thing to watch out for - make sure your Oregon address doesn't mess up your direct deposit or debit card delivery. Update everything at the same time.
Good thinking. I'll make sure all my contact info is current before I submit the application.
Yeah, nothing worse than having payment issues because of an address mixup.
The bottom line is don't overthink it. You worked in Washington, you file with Washington ESD. Living in Oregon now doesn't change that basic fact.
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Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses. I'm going to file my initial claim with Washington ESD this week. Really appreciate having this cleared up!
Good luck with your claim! Remember to file your weekly claims on time once it's approved.
And if you need to reach Washington ESD for any reason during the process, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier really does make it much easier than calling directly.
This has been such an informative discussion. I'm bookmarking this thread in case any of my coworkers have the same question after our plant closure next month.
Sorry to hear about the plant closure. At least now you know UI won't affect anyone's SS benefits.
Exactly. One less thing to worry about during an already stressful time.
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The unemployment tax might seem annoying now but trust me, if you ever lose your job unexpectedly you'll be grateful it exists. Unemployment benefits can be a lifeline while you're looking for new work.
That's a good perspective. Thanks for explaining it - makes me feel better about seeing it on my paycheck
Caden Nguyen
Just want to add that the base period thing can be confusing but there's actually an alternate base period option if you don't qualify under the standard one. It uses more recent wages but has stricter requirements.
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Liam Brown
•That's good to know! So if recent work doesn't count under the regular base period, there might still be another option?
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Caden Nguyen
•Exactly. The alternate base period uses the four most recently completed quarters, so it includes more recent work. Washington ESD will automatically check this if you don't qualify under the standard base period.
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Avery Flores
Bottom line - you need wages in at least 2 quarters during your base period, meet the minimum earnings threshold, and be unemployed through no fault of your own. Everything else is just details and special circumstances.
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Liam Brown
•Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. Sounds like I need to wait until I've worked a couple quarters before I'd be eligible if something happened.
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Olivia Garcia
•That's right. Keep track of your earnings each quarter and you'll have a better idea of your eligibility if you ever need to file a claim.
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