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- Connect you to a human agent at the ESD
- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
- Forward a call to your phone with reduced hold time
- Give you free callbacks if the ESD drops your call
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Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
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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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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- DO post questions about your issues.
- DO answer questions and support each other.
- DO post tips & tricks to help folks.
- DO NOT post call problems here - there is a support tab at the top for that :)
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One last thing - if you do file a claim and then find work quickly, make sure you report your return to work immediately. Don't keep certifying for benefits once you're employed again, even if it's just part-time work that pays less than your benefits.
What happens if you accidentally certify after starting work?
Washington ESD will eventually catch it through wage reporting and you'll have to pay back any overpayment. It's considered fraud if you do it intentionally, so always better to report changes right away.
Hopefully you won't need any of this information and your job will be secure! But it's smart to understand your options just in case. Good luck with everything!
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more prepared now if something does happen with my job.
This thread was really informative. I learned stuff I didn't know even though I've filed for unemployment before.
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Great to hear you got it working! For anyone else having similar issues, all these tips are solid. The Washington ESD system definitely has its quirks but it's usually just a matter of trying at the right time with the right setup.
Yeah this thread was really helpful. Bookmarking it in case I run into problems with my claim later.
This whole thread is a perfect example of why Washington ESD needs to invest in better technology. Shouldn't be this hard to file for benefits you're entitled to.
Completely agree. The system works but it's definitely not user-friendly. Hopefully they'll upgrade it soon.
Don't hold your breath. Government technology upgrades move at a snail's pace.
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For anyone still having issues getting through to Washington ESD about payment problems, I second the Claimyr recommendation. Used them twice now when I needed to talk to someone about holds on my account. Way easier than the regular phone maze.
I was skeptical too but it worked exactly as advertised. They don't ask for personal info, just call you when they get an agent on the line.
That's exactly how it worked for me too. Much better than wasting whole days trying to get through on my own.
Thanks everyone for all the info! This is way more helpful than the official Washington ESD website. Now I know exactly when to expect my payments.
Glad we could help! The official site has the info but it's buried in policy documents. Real people explaining it makes it much clearer.
Agreed! This thread answered all my questions. Wednesday deposit schedule here I come!
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Just to add one more thing - if you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD for questions about your claim, that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier is actually really helpful. I was stuck for weeks trying to get through about an adjudication issue and they got me connected to an agent the same day I used their service. Saved me so much frustration.
Same here! Used Claimyr when my benefits suddenly stopped and I couldn't figure out why. The agent they connected me with fixed the issue in 10 minutes.
Good to know there are options if I run into problems. Hopefully my claim will be straightforward but it's reassuring to know help is available.
To summarize for the OP: unemployment pay is temporary financial assistance for people who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. In Washington, you can get 50% of your previous weekly wages (between $295-$999 per week) for up to 26 weeks. You don't pay it back, but it is taxable income. You have to actively search for work and file weekly claims to keep receiving benefits.
Good luck! The system can be confusing at first but once you get the hang of it, it's not too bad. Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions.
Hope your claim goes smoothly! Remember to keep good records of your job search activities from day one.
Ravi Patel
If anyone needs to reach Washington ESD urgently, I had success with Claimyr too. They got me through to an agent who was able to explain exactly what was holding up my claim. Worth trying if you're stuck.
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Freya Andersen
•How much does that service cost?
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Ravi Patel
•I'd rather not discuss pricing here, but it was worth it for the peace of mind. Check their website for details.
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Omar Zaki
Bottom line: 2-4 weeks is normal, longer if there are complications. Keep filing weekly claims and try to stay patient. The system works, it's just slow.
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Fatima Al-Hashemi
•Thanks everyone for all the advice. I feel much better knowing what to expect.
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