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Just want to add that if you do get denied initially, you can appeal the decision. Sometimes the first adjudicator gets it wrong or doesn't have all the information. The appeals process gives you another chance to present your case.

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Good to know there's an appeal option. Hopefully it won't come to that but it's reassuring to know.

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Yeah, and if you do need to appeal, you can often represent yourself. The hearings are pretty informal and designed to get to the truth of what happened.

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Update us when you hear back OP! Always curious how these cases turn out, especially when safety concerns are involved. Sounds like you have a strong case based on what everyone's saying here.

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Will do! Hoping to hear something in the next week or two. This thread has been really helpful and reassuring.

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Yeah, keep us posted. These kinds of threads are super valuable for people going through similar situations.

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Man this whole thread is making me anxious about my own claim. Been waiting 4 weeks for adjudication on a misconduct determination and still nothing. How do you guys stay patient with this system?

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Yeah I've been keeping up with weekly claims and job searches. Just nerve wracking not knowing if I'll ever see any money.

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If you need updates on your claim status, that's another situation where Claimyr helped me get actual answers from ESD instead of just checking the website constantly.

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Final update: Successfully filed my claim online! Took about 30 minutes to complete. Now the waiting game begins for adjudication. Thanks again everyone for pushing me to file immediately instead of waiting around.

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Awesome! Hoping your adjudication goes smoothly. Keep us posted on how it turns out.

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Well done. You've given yourself the best chance by filing promptly and being honest about the circumstances. The process will take time but you're in the system now.

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Just wanted to add that if you're in a union, check with them too. Sometimes they have additional resources or can help with the unemployment process.

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Not in a union but that's good advice for others who might be.

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Best of luck OP! The unemployment system isn't perfect but the benefits really help while you're job searching. Just stay on top of all the requirements and you should be fine.

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Thank you! This thread has been super helpful, lots of great information from everyone.

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Just went through this whole thread and I'm having the exact same problem. Approved 10 days ago, no payment yet. Going to try calling my bank first then look into that Claimyr service if needed.

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same boat here, approved last friday and nothing yet

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Update: Bank said no holds on their end. Looks like I'll need to contact Washington ESD directly.

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Final update: Used Claimyr this morning and got through to Washington ESD within an hour. There was indeed a technical issue with direct deposits from my approval date. Agent manually processed my payment and I should receive it tomorrow. Thanks everyone for the help, especially whoever mentioned Claimyr first!

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Perfect timing - just signed up for Claimyr myself after reading this. Fingers crossed!

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this thread convinced me to use claimyr too. tired of calling 50 times a day and getting nowhere

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Bottom line is unemployment insurance is exactly that - insurance for when you lose work. In Washington it covers partial unemployment too which is great for situations like yours. Don't feel bad about using a program you've contributed to through your work history.

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This has been super helpful. I'm definitely going to apply this weekend.

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Good luck with your application! The fact that you're asking questions and trying to understand the process shows you'll do fine. Most people who have issues with unemployment claims are the ones who don't bother reading instructions or understanding the requirements.

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Thanks everyone for taking the time to explain this. Feel much more confident about the whole process now.

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