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Dylan Campbell

What happens if I miss my unemployment phone interview - Washington ESD consequences?

I have a fact-finding interview scheduled with Washington ESD tomorrow at 2pm and I just realized I might not be able to take the call because of a work conflict. This is about my adjudication that's been pending for weeks. What exactly happens if I miss this phone interview? Will my claim automatically get denied or do I get another chance? I'm really stressed about this whole situation.

One more thing - if you do miss the interview and get denied, make sure to keep filing your weekly claims while you appeal. If you win the appeal, you'll get backpay for all those weeks.

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Wait, I should keep filing even if I get denied? I thought you had to stop filing once you're denied.

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Nope, keep filing. It preserves your right to those weeks if your appeal is successful. Just make sure you're still meeting all the requirements like job searching.

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UPDATE: I was able to reschedule! Used that Claimyr service someone mentioned and got through to an agent in about 20 minutes. The agent was really helpful and moved my interview to next week. Thanks everyone for the advice!

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This gives me hope. I've been trying to reach them about my own adjudication for days with no luck.

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Definitely try the service if you're having trouble getting through. It's worth it just for the peace of mind.

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Samuel Robinson

How long at job for unemployment benefits in Washington - minimum work requirement?

I'm trying to figure out the minimum time you need to work at a job before you can qualify for unemployment benefits in Washington. I've been at my current position for about 4 months now but there might be layoffs coming. Does anyone know what the actual requirement is? I keep seeing different information online and I'm worried I haven't worked long enough to qualify if I get let go.

Bottom line: it's about total wages earned, not length at one job. File if you think you might qualify - Washington ESD will make the final determination based on your actual wage records.

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Perfect summary. Thanks everyone, this thread was really helpful!

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One more thing - if you do get laid off, file your claim as soon as possible. There's a waiting week before benefits start, so don't delay the process.

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Good to know. Hopefully I won't need to use this information but better to be prepared.

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Jacob Smithson

How much money do I get from unemployment benefits in Washington state?

I just lost my job at a restaurant downtown and I'm trying to figure out what to expect from unemployment. I worked there for about 8 months making $18/hour, usually around 35 hours a week. Does anyone know how Washington ESD calculates the weekly benefit amount? I've heard it's based on your wages but I can't find clear info on their website about the actual dollar amounts I might receive.

Whatever you do, don't lie on your application or weekly claims. Washington ESD audits these things and benefit fraud penalties are serious - they can make you pay back everything plus fines and interest.

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Definitely planning to be completely honest. Not worth the risk of getting in legal trouble over.

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Smart approach. I've seen people get caught years later when employers report wage discrepancies. The state has good record-keeping systems.

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One last tip - set up direct deposit if possible. Paper checks take forever to arrive and can get lost in the mail. Electronic payments are much more reliable.

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Thanks for all the advice everyone! This has been really helpful for understanding what to expect from the process.

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Good luck with your claim! The process can be frustrating but most people eventually get their benefits sorted out.

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Emma Wilson

How long do you have to be a job to get unemployment - Washington ESD work history requirements?

I've been working at my current job for about 4 months and I'm worried I might get laid off soon due to budget cuts. Does anyone know how long you need to work somewhere before you can qualify for unemployment benefits in Washington? I've heard different things from coworkers - some say 6 months, others say a year. I worked part-time at another place before this job for about 8 months but that was over a year ago. Would that count toward my work history for Washington ESD? Really stressed about this and trying to figure out if I'd even qualify if the worst happens.

One last thing - if you do end up applying and your claim gets stuck in adjudication or you have questions about your eligibility determination, don't just wait around hoping it resolves itself. Contact Washington ESD as soon as possible to get it sorted out.

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And if you can't get through to them on the phone (which is super common), that's exactly when services like Claimyr are worth it. Sometimes adjudication issues can be resolved quickly once you actually talk to someone.

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Good point, I waited weeks thinking my adjudication would resolve automatically and it just sat there until I finally got through to someone.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I feel much better about my situation now. Sounds like I probably would qualify if I do get laid off, and I know what steps to take if that happens. Really appreciate all the advice and information.

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Glad we could help! Just remember to keep good records of your work and earnings, and don't hesitate to apply if you need to.

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good luck! hopefully you dont need to use this info but at least now you know

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Aidan Hudson

Why can't unemployment be 0 - Washington ESD economics question

I've been thinking about this since I started my UI claim last month. If the government really wanted to solve unemployment, why can't they just make it 0%? Like, why is there always some percentage of people without jobs even when the economy is supposedly doing well? I'm not an economics expert but it seems like if Washington ESD and other agencies are processing so many claims, there must be a systemic reason unemployment can't just disappear entirely. Is it because some unemployment is actually necessary for the economy to function? This might sound naive but I'm genuinely curious while I navigate this whole Washington ESD system.

Age discrimination is real too. Older workers often have a harder time finding new jobs even when they're qualified. Until that changes, you'll always have some long-term unemployed people regardless of how many jobs are available.

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Have you tried reaching out to Washington ESD about their reemployment services? Sometimes they have programs specifically for older workers.

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Good luck getting through to them to ask about it. I've been trying for weeks. Might try that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier.

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Bottom line is that 0% unemployment would require perfect information, perfect mobility, perfect skills matching, and perfect timing - none of which exist in the real world. The goal should be minimizing unnecessary unemployment while accepting that some level is inevitable in a dynamic economy.

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Thanks everyone for all the explanations. This makes way more sense now. I guess the focus should be on making the unemployment system work better for people who need it.

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Exactly. And making sure Washington ESD actually serves unemployed people efficiently instead of creating more barriers.

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