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Bottom line: 2-4 weeks is normal for approval, make sure you're filing weekly claims, and don't stress too much if you're still within that timeframe. The system works, it just takes time.
This has been incredibly helpful. I feel much better about the whole process now.
yeah just hang in there, it'll come through
Update: I went ahead and filed my weekly claims for the past two weeks. The system let me backdate them without any issues. Thanks everyone for the advice - I'll stop checking my account obsessively now and just wait for the determination letter!
You should be all set now. Keep filing those weekly claims and your approval should come through soon.
Sounds like you're on the right track! Remember that Claimyr option is there if you need to speak with someone directly about your claim.
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Been following this discussion and wanted to mention that even though there's a waiting period, you might be eligible for other assistance programs while you wait. Food benefits, housing assistance, etc. Don't suffer in silence during that first week.
That's a good point. I hadn't thought about other programs. Do you know where to apply for those?
Check with DSHS (Department of Social and Health Services) for food and medical assistance. Many counties also have emergency assistance programs.
Final update from me - I finally got through to Washington ESD using that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. Turns out my adjudication was just waiting for one piece of paperwork from my employer. Agent was able to tell me exactly what was needed and how long it should take. Would have saved me weeks of stress if I'd been able to talk to someone sooner.
This gives me hope. I might try it if my adjudication drags on much longer.
It's crazy that we need third-party services just to reach our own state agency, but whatever works!
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Has anyone else noticed that Washington ESD's phone system is absolutely terrible? I've been trying to reach them about my benefit calculation for weeks and can never get through during business hours.
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Once you get your monetary determination letter, make sure to review it carefully. If anything looks wrong with your wage history or benefit calculation, you can appeal it within 30 days.
Good to know! I'll make sure to check everything when I get that letter.
Definitely double-check it. I caught an error in mine where they missed a quarter of earnings and was able to get my benefit amount increased.
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Filed unemployment 3 times in my career due to layoffs. Never had any issues with former employers. Most of them knew I was filing and some even provided reference letters for my job search. It's just part of business.
That's really reassuring to hear from someone with multiple experiences. Thank you!
Yeah, experienced workers know this stuff happens. It's not personal.
Update us when you file! I'm sure it'll go smoothly. And remember you still need to do job search activities while collecting benefits, so start thinking about that too.
That's right - 3 job contacts per week is the standard requirement. Keep good records of your applications.
Already started a spreadsheet to track everything. Thanks for all the advice everyone!
Klaus Schmidt
The whole wage credit system needs an overhaul. Too many people get caught in these timing gaps where their recent wages don't count. It's especially hard on people who are just starting their careers or changing jobs.
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Aisha Patel
•Agreed completely. The system was designed decades ago and doesn't reflect how people actually work nowadays.
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Klaus Schmidt
•Exactly - gig economy, contract work, career changes - none of it fits the old quarterly reporting model very well.
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LilMama23
One last tip - when you do talk to Washington ESD, ask them to walk through your wage history quarter by quarter. Sometimes there are wages from previous jobs that you forgot about that could help you qualify even under the standard base period.
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Lena Kowalski
•Good point - I did work part-time at a retail job before the warehouse. Maybe those wages count.
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LilMama23
•Could be just enough to push you over the minimum threshold! Worth asking about for sure.
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