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Does anyone know if the benefit amount calculation changes if you have dependents? I have two kids and wondering if that affects anything.
Washington doesn't have dependent allowances for unemployment benefits. Your benefit amount is based solely on your work history and wages, not family size.
Ok thanks, that's different from some other government programs I've dealt with.
Just filed my claim last week and was wondering about all this. Really helpful thread, thanks everyone! Now I just need to figure out the job search requirements part.
Make sure you register with WorkSourceWA right away if you haven't already. That's required for the job search documentation.
Good tip, I'll do that today. Thanks!
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Does anyone know if the payment day changes if you have to appeal something? I'm dealing with a disqualification notice and wondering if that affects the timing.
That's what I was afraid of. Guess I need to focus on getting this appeal filed correctly.
Appeals can take months, so definitely get that process started ASAP if you think you have a case.
Bottom line for OP: File your weekly claim by Sunday, payment processes Tuesday night, money in your account Wednesday morning (or Tuesday night with some banks). If you're not seeing that pattern, there's probably an issue with your claim that needs to be resolved.
Perfect summary, thank you! I feel much more confident about the timing now.
Yep, that's the standard schedule. Any deviation usually means there's a problem that needs attention.
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The maximum duration is 26 weeks in Washington unless extended benefits are available. Your benefit year lasts 52 weeks from when you first file, but you can only collect for 26 weeks during that year.
Got it, so 26 weeks of benefits within a 52-week benefit year. That makes sense.
Exactly. And if you find work and get laid off again within that benefit year, you might be able to reopen your existing claim.
Just wanted to add that if you're considering consulting or freelance work while on unemployment, make sure you report ALL income. Even small amounts can affect your weekly benefit, but you can usually still collect partial benefits.
Good point about reporting all income. I wasn't sure how strict they were about small freelance payments.
They're pretty strict about income reporting. Better to over-report than under-report and face potential overpayment issues later.
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Been getting unemployment for 8 weeks now and I can tell you the calculation was exactly what someone earlier said - highest quarter divided by 26. Mine came out to $684 per week which is way more than I expected based on my annual salary.
That's encouraging! Sounds like I might qualify for more than I thought.
Yeah, don't let the complicated explanations scare you. The basic calculation is pretty straightforward once you have the right quarters identified.
Thanks everyone for all the help! I think I have a much better understanding now. Going to gather my wage info and file this week. Really appreciate all the detailed explanations and tips about getting through to Washington ESD if I need help.
Good luck with your claim! Feel free to post back here if you run into any issues during the application process.
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Lucas Parker
Just to summarize for anyone skimming - max weekly benefit is $1,019, you need about $61K in your highest quarter to qualify, benefits last up to 26 weeks, and you can add $25/week for dependents. The amount is updated annually.
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Jade Lopez
•Perfect summary, thanks! This thread has been really helpful for understanding the benefit structure.
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Donna Cline
•Agreed, lots of good info here. Bookmarking this thread in case I need to reference it later.
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Harper Collins
The hardest part isn't figuring out how much you'll get - it's actually getting approved and navigating all the Washington ESD requirements. Make sure you understand the job search requirements and weekly claim process before you file.
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Jade Lopez
•Any specific tips for the weekly claims? I've heard they're pretty detailed.
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Harper Collins
•Keep detailed records of your job search activities. You need to log 3 job contacts per week and they can audit your records at any time. Also be accurate about any work or income - even small amounts need to be reported.
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