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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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The federal reserve's unemployment target is typically around 4% as part of their dual mandate, but this is completely separate from state unemployment insurance administration. Think of it as macroeconomic policy vs. individual benefit programs - they operate in different spheres even though they both deal with unemployment as a concept.
Perfect explanation, thank you! I was definitely mixing up different types of unemployment policy.
Yeah it's easy to confuse fed monetary policy with state UI benefits. Totally different systems serving different purposes.
just throwing this out there but if youre still stuck waiting for washington esd to process your claim, definitely try that claimyr service people mentioned. i was skeptical at first but it beats sitting on hold for hours just to get hung up on
Same boat here. Might give Claimyr a shot if my claim doesn't move by next week.
honestly wish i had found it sooner instead of wasting so much time with the regular phone system
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Bottom line: if you're following the rules, reporting everything honestly, and keeping good records, you shouldn't have to pay anything back. The people who get in trouble are usually the ones who try to game the system or make honest mistakes they don't correct.
Thanks everyone! This thread has been really helpful. I feel much better about my situation now.
Same here. I was worrying about nothing apparently.
Just want to add - if you're ever unsure about something, it's better to ask than to guess wrong. The consequences of an overpayment can be serious, including having to pay back money you might have already spent.
The problem is actually getting through to ask questions. Washington ESD's phone system is impossible.
That's exactly why I recommend Claimyr to people. Sometimes you need to talk to a real person to avoid costly mistakes, and they make that possible.
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I used Claimyr when I needed to talk to Washington ESD about a claim issue from the employer side. Way better than trying to get through their regular phone system. The agents they connect you to are the same ones you'd reach calling directly, just without the 3-hour wait times.
That's the second recommendation for Claimyr. Might be worth trying if I need to follow up on this case.
Yeah I was skeptical at first but it really works. Saved me so much time and frustration dealing with Washington ESD.
Bottom line - being fired doesn't automatically disqualify someone from unemployment in Washington. It depends on the specific circumstances and whether Washington ESD determines it was misconduct. Your documentation will be crucial if they investigate.
Thanks everyone for the insights. Sounds like I need to wait and see if Washington ESD contacts me, then provide my documentation if they do.
Exactly. And don't stress too much - if you have good documentation showing a pattern of policy violations, Washington ESD will likely side with you.
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The online portal is helpful when it works but the user interface is pretty outdated. You'd think Washington ESD would modernize their website design at some point.
the SecureAccess Washington site looks like it was designed in 2005
Function over form I guess, but yeah it could definitely use a visual update. At least the important information is there once you figure out how to navigate it.
Overall I think the system has more safeguards now but is also more bureaucratic. Better fraud prevention but harder for legitimate claimants to get help when they need it. Technology has solved some problems but created others.
Which is why services like Claimyr exist now - to bridge the gap when you can't reach Washington ESD through normal channels. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person about your specific situation.
Makes sense. The system has gotten so complex that navigating it on your own can be really challenging, especially if you run into problems.
StarGazer101
BTW, when you do file your claim, make sure you have your Social Security number, driver's license, and employment history for the last 18 months ready. They'll ask for details about every job you had during the base period.
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Ethan Campbell
•Do I need pay stubs or will they get that information from employers?
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StarGazer101
•They get wage info from employers, but having your own records helps if there are any discrepancies. Keep pay stubs just in case.
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Keisha Jackson
I've been through this process twice now and the hardest part is always getting through to someone at Washington ESD when you have questions. That Claimyr thing someone mentioned earlier really does help with that - I used it for my second claim when I needed to update my information.
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Paolo Romano
•How quickly did they get you through to someone?
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Keisha Jackson
•It took a few tries over a couple days, but way better than me calling dozens of times myself and never getting through.
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