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Just want to add that even if your appeal is successful, it can take a while to actually receive the back payments. Be prepared for that delay too.
Good to know. This whole process is taking way longer than I expected.
The most important thing is don't give up. I know people who have successfully appealed disqualifications that seemed hopeless at first. If you were truly laid off, you deserve those benefits.
Thank you, that's encouraging. I'm definitely going to file the appeal this week.
Good luck! Keep us posted on how it goes.
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One more tip - once you do get approved, make sure you understand the job search requirements. You'll need to log your job search activities each week when you file your weekly claim. Better to be prepared ahead of time.
I haven't even thought about that yet. What kind of job search activities do they want to see?
Applications, networking contacts, job fairs, interviews - basically anything that shows you're actively looking for work. Keep good records.
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One last tip - keep detailed records of everything. Save all your correspondence with Washington ESD, keep track of your job search activities, and document any issues you have. You never know when you might need that information.
Good advice. I'm starting a folder right now with all my layoff paperwork and will add to it as I go through this process.
Smart move. Having everything organized will save you headaches later if any questions come up about your claim.
Just to give you hope - I was in your exact situation last year and everything worked out fine. The first few weeks are stressful but once you get into the routine it becomes manageable.
Thanks for the encouragement! I really need to hear that right now.
You've got this! Focus on the job search and the benefits will take care of themselves once the system processes your claim.
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just wanted to say good luck with your appeal! I know how nerve wracking it can be but if you truly had good cause you should prevail
Thank you so much! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more prepared now.
Come back and let us know how it goes! Your experience could help others in similar situations.
One more tip - if you used Claimyr or any service to get information from Washington ESD, that shows you were trying to understand the system and follow proper procedures. That kind of good faith effort can help your credibility.
I hadn't thought of that angle but it makes sense. Shows I was taking the process seriously.
Exactly. The hearing officer wants to see that you made reasonable efforts to resolve issues before quitting and that you're engaging properly with the appeal process.
Victoria Scott
Make sure you're also aware that if you refuse suitable work, they can disqualify you even if you have benefit weeks remaining. 'Suitable work' generally means work that pays at least 70% of your previous wage after the first 13 weeks of benefits.
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Lucas Adams
•Good point. I've been applying to jobs at various pay levels but haven't been offered anything yet. Hopefully when I do get offers they'll be reasonable.
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Benjamin Johnson
•The suitable work rules are pretty reasonable in Washington. They understand you shouldn't have to take a minimum wage job immediately after being laid off from a professional position.
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Zara Perez
Bottom line - you get up to 26 weeks of benefits, but you need to keep filing your weekly claims, doing job searches, and meeting all requirements. Don't let the benefit duration stress you out too much, just focus on finding work and following the rules.
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Lucas Adams
•That's good advice. I think I was overthinking it. I'll just keep doing what I'm supposed to do and hopefully find something before I run out of benefits.
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Daniel Rogers
•Exactly. And remember that most people do find work before exhausting their benefits. The system is designed to provide temporary support while you search.
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