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CosmicCommander

Will Washington ESD know if I work another job while on unemployment?

I've been collecting unemployment for about 6 weeks now and just got offered some part-time work at a different company than where I was laid off from. I'm worried about messing up my claim - will Washington ESD automatically know if I start working this other job? I want to do everything legally but I'm confused about what I need to report and when. The job would only be maybe 15-20 hours a week so I'd still need unemployment to cover my bills.

one last tip - take screenshots of your weekly claim confirmations that show you reported the work income. if theres ever a question later you have proof you did everything right

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Great idea! I'll definitely do that. Better safe than sorry with Washington ESD.

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i learned this the hard way during an overpayment dispute. thankfully i had kept records and was able to prove i reported everything correctly

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For anyone still reading this thread - I had a similar question last month and ended up using Claimyr to speak with a Washington ESD representative. The agent confirmed everything people are saying here about reporting requirements and the partial earnings deduction. Really worth the peace of mind to get official confirmation directly from the source.

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That's exactly what I was thinking - getting it straight from Washington ESD would make me feel a lot more confident about doing this right.

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same, sometimes you just need to hear it from an actual washington esd person to feel comfortable proceeding

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QuantumQuest

Can I receive unemployment and disability at the same time in Washington?

I'm really confused about whether I can collect both unemployment benefits and disability payments simultaneously. I've been getting SSDI for a back injury but I'm still able to do some types of work, just not my previous job as a warehouse supervisor. My doctor cleared me for desk work or light duty positions. Can Washington ESD approve my UI claim while I'm receiving disability? The application asks about other income but I'm not sure if SSDI counts as disqualifying income or not.

Thanks for sharing all this info. It's encouraging to know that receiving both benefits is possible with the right documentation and approach.

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Agreed! This community has been incredibly helpful in understanding the process.

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One last thought - make sure you understand Washington ESD's appeal process in case your initial claim gets denied. It's better to know the steps ahead of time than scramble if you need them.

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Good point - I'll look into the appeal procedures just in case. Better to be prepared.

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AaliyahAli

Will my employer get mad if I file for Washington ESD unemployment benefits?

I'm thinking about filing for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD but I'm worried about how my employer will react. We've been having issues at work and I think I might get laid off soon, but I don't want to make things worse by filing if they find out. Do employers get notified when you file? Will they know it's me specifically? I don't want to burn bridges but I also need to protect myself financially. Has anyone had problems with their employer after filing?

btw if you do end up needing to call washington esd about your claim, try calling right when they open at 8am. or during lunch hours when its sometimes less busy. though honestly those claimyr folks mentioned earlier probably have better luck getting through than doing it yourself

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Thanks for the timing tips. I'll probably try calling myself first and see how it goes.

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yeah definitely try yourself first. but good to know there are options if you get stuck in phone hell

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One thing nobody mentioned - if you file and then get fired before your claim is processed, make sure to contact Washington ESD to update your separation reason. The circumstances of your unemployment can affect your eligibility.

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Good point. So I should keep them updated if anything changes with my employment status?

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Yes, always report changes. It's better to over-communicate than to have issues later when they review your claim.

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Ryan Young

Why hasn't Washington ESD unemployment paid me after 6 weeks of filing?

Filed my initial claim back in early December and have been doing my weekly claims religiously every Sunday. My claim shows as 'active' on my SecureAccess Washington account but I haven't received a single payment yet. No pending issues showing, no adjudication notice, nothing. Just radio silence from Washington ESD for 6 weeks now. I've burned through my savings and I'm getting desperate. Has anyone else experienced this kind of delay where everything looks fine on your end but no payments come through? What am I missing here?

Honestly at this point I'd try the Claimyr thing. Six weeks is way too long and clearly something is wrong that you can't see from your end. Need to get a human on the phone to figure out what's blocking your payments.

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Yeah I think you're right. I'm going to check out that website tonight and see if I can get through to someone tomorrow.

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Keep us posted on what you find out! Curious to hear what was actually wrong with your claim.

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UPDATE: Used Claimyr this morning and finally got through to Washington ESD! Turns out my former employer did contest my claim but the notice got sent to my old address somehow. Agent is fixing the address issue and said I should see my back payments within 5-7 business days once the contest is resolved. Thanks everyone for the help!

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See? I knew it had to be something like that. Washington ESD's system just doesn't communicate problems very well.

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Thanks for updating us! Definitely going to remember Claimyr if I ever have issues getting through to them.

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Zara Ahmed

Can per diem employees collect Washington ESD unemployment benefits?

I work as a per diem nurse at a hospital and my hours have been cut way back the last few months. Some weeks I only get one or two shifts. I'm wondering if I can file for partial unemployment with Washington ESD since my income has dropped so much? I'm not technically laid off but my earnings are way less than what I need to survive. Has anyone dealt with this situation before? I'm confused about whether per diem workers even qualify for UI benefits.

One more tip - if you work for multiple employers as a per diem worker, you need to list ALL of them on your application. Don't just put your main employer or the one where you lost hours. Washington ESD needs the complete picture.

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Good point! I work per diem at two different hospitals so I'll make sure to include both.

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Yes! And when you file weekly claims, report earnings from ALL employers, not just the one where you lost hours. Honesty is key with Washington ESD.

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For what it's worth, I've been collecting partial unemployment as a per diem worker for 6 months now and haven't had any issues. The system works if you follow the rules and report everything accurately. Don't let the complexity scare you away from benefits you've earned.

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Thank you so much everyone! I feel much more confident about filing now. Going to start my application this weekend.

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Good luck! Remember to keep detailed records of everything - wages, job searches, all of it. Documentation is your friend with Washington ESD.

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