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Just remember to keep filing your weekly claims even if your payment is delayed. Missing a week can cause all sorts of problems with your claim.
Good point, I'll make sure to stay on top of that.
If you're really worried about timing, you can usually see the payment status change in your Washington ESD account before the money actually hits your bank. Look for it to change from 'pending' to 'paid'.
I'll keep checking my account then. Thanks for all the help everyone!
You should be fine, sounds like you're doing everything right. The first payment is always the most nerve-wracking.
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Just wanted to add - if you run into issues getting through to Washington ESD by phone, that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier really does work. I was skeptical at first but it saved me hours of frustration when I needed to resolve an issue with my claim.
I might have to try that. I've been trying to call about my adjudication for days with no luck.
Definitely worth it when you actually need to talk to someone. The regular phone system is just overwhelmed most of the time.
The most important thing is to file as soon as you're unemployed, even if you're not sure about all the details. You can always ask questions later but you can't backdate your claim very far if you wait too long to file.
Got it. I'll file right away when the layoff happens. This thread has been incredibly helpful!
Agreed, don't wait. I made that mistake and lost out on a couple weeks of benefits because I thought I had more time.
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One more tip - take screenshots of everything when you file online. Save your confirmation numbers, print out pages, etc. I've heard of people having issues where the system said they never filed even though they did.
Good thinking. I'll definitely document everything as I go through the process.
Yes! And save any emails they send you. I had to prove my filing date once and the email confirmation was what saved me.
Hope this helps, OP. The whole process can be overwhelming but you've got this. Most people do get their benefits eventually, it just takes patience and persistence. File today and then focus on your job search while you wait.
Thanks everyone! This thread has been incredibly helpful. Going to file right now and start applying for jobs this afternoon.
Good luck! Come back and update us on how it goes.
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this thread has been super helpful. i had no idea about the benefit year vs weeks distinction. washington esd really needs better explanations on their site
Totally agree! Glad this discussion helped clarify things for both of us.
One more thing to keep in mind - if you do exhaust your regular benefits, make sure to keep filing your weekly claims if extended benefits become available. You have to stay in the system to be eligible.
Good point. Extended benefits aren't automatic - you have to maintain your claim status and continue meeting all requirements.
I'll definitely remember that. Thanks for all the helpful info everyone!
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One last thing - if you do use Claimyr, they can also help with other Washington ESD issues like checking on adjudication status or getting answers about job search requirements. It's not just for card problems.
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Omar Farouk
•Good to know! I'll definitely keep that in mind if I run into other issues.
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Sean Fitzgerald
•Yeah, getting through to Washington ESD for any reason is always a challenge. Having a reliable way to reach them is valuable.
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Ethan Campbell
This whole thread just shows how broken the unemployment system is. People shouldn't have to jump through this many hoops just to get their benefits.
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Zara Khan
•Exactly! We shouldn't need workarounds for basic functions. The system should just work properly from the start.
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Diego Fernández
•The system definitely has problems but it's also handling a huge volume of claims. There are always going to be glitches and delays unfortunately.
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