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Had a friend who used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. She said it was super helpful for getting through to ESD when she had payment issues. Might be worth looking into if you don't see your money by next week.
Good to have that as a backup option! Hoping I won't need it but good to know it exists
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The tracking issue gets worse if you have any complications like out-of-state employment or military service. Those claims get bounced around between different specialists and nobody seems to know who has the ball.
Fortunately my case should be straightforward but even simple claims seem to get lost in their system.
True. I think the whole system needs an overhaul but that's not happening anytime soon.
Bottom line - Washington ESD's tracking is opaque and customer-unfriendly. Your best bet is finding a way to reach someone with actual system access who can give you real answers instead of generic status updates.
Agreed. I just wish it didn't have to be this difficult to get basic information about my own claim.
Couldn't agree more. The system is broken from a customer service perspective.
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The bottom line is there are a lot of ways to get disqualified, but most of them make sense if you think about the purpose of unemployment insurance. It's meant to provide temporary support while you actively look for new work, not as long-term income replacement.
Thanks everyone for all the detailed info. This is way more complicated than I expected but at least now I know what to watch out for.
Good luck with your claim! Just be honest, follow the rules, and keep good documentation of everything.
One more thing - if you get disqualified, don't just give up. You usually have the right to appeal, and sometimes Washington ESD makes mistakes or doesn't have all the information. I've seen people successfully overturn disqualifications on appeal.
Usually 30 days from the date of the determination letter. Don't wait - if you think it's wrong, appeal right away.
And that's another reason why being able to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD is so important. Sometimes you need to understand exactly why you were disqualified before you know how to appeal.
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I've been through this whole process twice now and the key is just to stay persistent. Even if your initial claim gets denied, don't give up. The appeals process exists for a reason.
Did you win your appeals both times?
Won one, lost one. The one I lost was because I actually did violate a clear company policy, so that was fair. The other was just a personality conflict with my manager.
For what it's worth, most employers don't bother contesting unemployment claims unless it was a really egregious firing. It's too much hassle for them and costs money in legal fees.
That's reassuring. Hopefully if it comes to that, my company won't fight it.
Yeah, unless you stole something or did something really bad, most companies just let it go. They've got bigger things to worry about.
Khalid Howes
I know someone who managed to get UI after their workers comp ended but before they were fully healed. They were cleared for light duty work and actively looking for jobs they could physically handle. Took some documentation but it worked out.
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Laila Prince
•That gives me some hope. I'm hoping my situation might be similar once I get a bit further along in recovery.
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Khalid Howes
•Just make sure you have all your medical documentation organized. Washington ESD will want detailed info about your work capabilities.
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Ben Cooper
Final thought - consider talking to a workers comp attorney if your case is complex. They often know the ins and outs of how these benefits interact and can advise you on timing your UI application for the best outcome.
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Laila Prince
•I hadn't thought about getting an attorney involved. Is that expensive?
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Ben Cooper
•Many workers comp attorneys work on contingency, meaning they only get paid if you get a settlement. Consultation might be free.
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