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Mia Alvarez

Hours cut at work Washington ESD - can I still collect unemployment benefits?

My employer just reduced my hours from 40 to 15 per week starting next month due to slow business. I'm making way less than I need to survive but I'm still technically employed. Can I file for partial unemployment with Washington ESD? I've never dealt with this before and don't know if reduced hours qualify or how the process works.

Quick reminder that if you end up getting a second part-time job while collecting partial benefits, you still need to report ALL earnings on your weekly claims. Some people think they only report earnings from their main job.

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Good point - I'll make sure to report everything accurately if I find additional work.

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Exactly. Washington ESD can cross-reference with tax records so it's not worth trying to hide anything.

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One last thing - make sure you understand the difference between being laid off completely versus having hours reduced. The requirements and processes can be slightly different even though both qualify for benefits.

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In my case it's definitely hour reduction not layoff. My employer made it clear I still have my job just fewer hours due to business being slow.

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Perfect - that's a straightforward partial unemployment situation. You should have no problem qualifying as long as the reduction was involuntary.

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Emma Davis

How long does an unemployment claim take to process through Washington ESD?

I submitted my initial unemployment claim with Washington ESD about 10 days ago and I'm still waiting to hear back. My claim status just says 'under review' but doesn't give me any timeline. I've been laid off from my warehouse job and really need to know when I can expect my first payment. Has anyone dealt with this recently? How long should I expect to wait for Washington ESD to process my claim?

Quick question - do I need to keep filing weekly claims while my initial claim is still processing? I don't want to mess anything up.

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Yes, absolutely keep filing your weekly claims even if your initial claim isn't approved yet. You won't get paid until approval, but you need those weekly filings to get retroactive payments.

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Good question, I was wondering the same thing. Glad to know I should keep filing them.

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My advice is to call them if you've been waiting more than 3 weeks. I know it's hard to get through but sometimes there are issues that need to be resolved and they won't tell you unless you ask.

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That's exactly why services like Claimyr exist - to solve the phone problem. Worth checking out if you're tired of wasting hours trying to get through.

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I might have to try that. This is driving me crazy and I need answers about my claim status.

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Olivia Martinez

Can you claim unemployment if your hours are cut at Washington ESD?

My employer just cut my hours from 40 to 15 per week due to slow business. I'm barely making enough to cover rent now. Can I file for partial unemployment benefits through Washington ESD even though I'm still technically employed? I've never dealt with this situation before and don't know if reduced hours qualify for UI benefits. Has anyone been through this process?

Interesting! My boss hasn't said anything about when hours might return to normal. I should probably ask about that before I file my claim.

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Good point! Standby status can be better in some situations because you don't have to do active job searching, but it's only available under specific circumstances. Worth asking Washington ESD about when you call.

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TechNinja

Why do people pay unemployment taxes - Washington ESD system explained

I've been working in Washington state for about 2 years now and just noticed that there's a deduction on my paystub for unemployment insurance. My coworker said this is what funds the Washington ESD system but I'm confused about how it all works. Do I pay into this so I can get benefits later if I lose my job? Is this the same thing that funds my weekly claims if I file for unemployment? I've never really thought about it before but now I'm curious about the whole system.

Just remember that if you ever need to use the system, Washington ESD can be really difficult to reach by phone. Don't get discouraged if you can't get through right away. There are resources and services that can help you navigate the process.

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What kind of resources?

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WorkSource has counselors who can help, and there are services like Claimyr that specialize in helping people get connected to Washington ESD agents when the phone lines are jammed. The main thing is not to give up if you legitimately need benefits.

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One more thing - if you're thinking about quitting your job, be aware that you generally can't get unemployment benefits if you quit voluntarily. You have to be laid off, fired for reasons other than misconduct, or quit for very specific 'good cause' reasons that Washington ESD recognizes.

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Things like unsafe working conditions, significant changes to your job duties or pay, or harassment that your employer won't address. But it's a pretty high bar to meet and you need documentation.

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Good to know. I was thinking about quitting my job but guess I should think twice about that.

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Ella Harper

Washington ESD seeing spike in claims - why is unemployment increasing lately?

Just filed my claim last week and noticed the Washington ESD website mentioning higher than usual application volumes. Been out of work for two weeks now after getting laid off from my warehouse job. My buddy who works at a different company said they're cutting hours too. Anyone else noticing more people filing for unemployment lately? Is this just seasonal or something bigger happening with the economy? My claim is still pending and wondering if the high volume is why it's taking longer to process.

Bottom line is to make sure you're taking advantage of all the Washington ESD resources available while looking for work. Don't just collect benefits - use the job search tools, training programs, and counseling services they offer.

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Definitely. Some training programs can even extend your benefit eligibility while you're learning new skills that make you more employable.

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And when you need to talk to Washington ESD about any of these programs or your claim status, don't forget there are services like Claimyr that can help you actually get through to someone instead of spending hours on hold.

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Hope things turn around soon for everyone. This job market is definitely more challenging than it's been in a while. Stay positive and keep networking - sometimes opportunities come from unexpected places.

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Thanks for the encouragement. It helps to know I'm not alone in dealing with this tough job market.

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Networking is huge. I got my current job through a former coworker who heard about an opening and thought of me.

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