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The bottom line is that accurate unemployment data serves many purposes beyond individual benefits, but the verification process shouldn't take months. There has to be a better balance between accuracy and timeliness.
Exactly. I understand why accuracy matters but the current system is broken for individuals.
Hopefully Washington ESD's modernization efforts will improve the process. They're working on new systems but implementation takes time.
Thanks everyone for the explanations about why accuracy matters. Still frustrated with the wait but at least I understand the bigger picture now. Going to try Claimyr tomorrow and see if I can get some answers about my specific case.
Good luck! Hope you get through and get your claim resolved soon.
Keep us posted on how it goes. Others in similar situations could benefit from your experience.
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If you're really worried about job security, you might want to start documenting everything at work now, just in case. It can help if you need to prove you were terminated without fault.
That's smart advice. I'll start keeping better records of my work performance and any issues that come up.
Bottom line - don't stress too much about it right now. Focus on doing well at your current job, but know that if things don't work out, you may have options depending on your work history.
Thanks for all the helpful information everyone! This thread has been really educational.
Glad we could help! Good luck with your job situation.
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One last piece of advice - if you do apply and get approved, make sure you understand the weekly claim requirements. You'll need to file every week and report any work or earnings. Missing a week can cause delays in your benefits.
You can file your weekly claim starting Sunday for the previous week, and you have until the following Saturday to file it. Most people file on Sunday to stay on schedule.
And don't forget about the job search requirements. You'll need to keep a log of your job search activities.
This has been a really helpful thread. I was in a similar situation and wasn't sure about applying. Now I feel confident enough to give it a try. Thanks everyone!
Same here! This community is so helpful. Good luck with your application!
Love seeing people help each other out with this confusing system. We're all in this together.
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One more thing - if you're married and filing jointly, your unemployment benefits are still unearned income even if your spouse has earned income from working. Just in case anyone was wondering about that scenario.
That's a good point, the classification doesn't change based on your filing status.
Right, it's based on the source of the income, not your tax filing situation.
Final summary for anyone scrolling through: Washington ESD unemployment benefits = unearned taxable income. Not earned income. This affects various programs and tax credits but you still need to report it as income where required.
Perfect summary! Thanks to everyone who contributed to this discussion.
This thread should be pinned somewhere, really useful info that lots of people probably don't know.
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Last thing - if you do get approved for partial benefits, remember that you'll still need to file your weekly claims every week and report any income. Miss a week and you could lose your benefits entirely.
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Sofia Torres
•What day do you have to file by each week?
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StarSurfer
•Weekly claims are typically due by Saturday for the previous week, but you can file them starting Sunday. Set a reminder on your phone so you don't forget!
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Ravi Malhotra
Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you have a solid case since your hours were cut involuntarily. The system exists to help people in exactly your situation.
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Sofia Torres
•Thanks so much everyone! I feel way more confident about filing now. Really appreciate all the advice and encouragement.
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