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I've been following this thread and it's really helpful. I'm in a similar situation but with SSDI instead of SSI. Looks like I need to do a lot more research before making any decisions.
Yeah, this thread has been eye-opening. I had no idea how complicated this could get.
The key takeaway is that you really need professional guidance for anything involving disability benefits and work. The stakes are too high to guess.
Just wanted to add that if you do need to contact Washington ESD about this, don't give up if you can't get through right away. It took me weeks of trying but I eventually got the information I needed. The agents are actually pretty knowledgeable about these complex situations once you reach them.
Or you could try Claimyr like I mentioned - much faster than trying to get through on your own. They've really streamlined the process of reaching Washington ESD agents.
I hadn't heard of that service but it sounds like it could be really helpful for people dealing with complex situations like this.
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One more thing to remember - if you get disqualified for any reason (like refusing suitable work or failing job search requirements), it doesn't just pause your benefits, it can end them completely. So make sure you understand all the rules and follow them exactly.
This is why I ended up needing to use Claimyr to talk to an actual person at Washington ESD. The website information wasn't clear about what 'suitable work' meant in my situation.
Bottom line: 26 weeks maximum for regular UI benefits in Washington state. Use that time wisely and don't assume you'll find something right at the end. Start your job search immediately and treat it seriously from day one.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful information! This thread has been super useful.
Good luck with your job search! The 26 weeks will go faster than you think.
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hang in there! the waiting sucks but it usually works out. keep filing those weekly claims and try not to stress too much about the timeline
Thanks for the encouragement! This thread has definitely helped calm my nerves a bit.
That's what this community is for! We've all been through the unemployment waiting game.
For what it's worth, I think you're right on track timeline-wise. Most people I know who filed recently got their first payment between weeks 2-4. You should hear something soon.
That's exactly what I needed to hear. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - makes me feel a lot better about where I'm at in the process.
Good luck! Hope you get good news soon. Keep us posted on how it goes.
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For what it's worth, Washington's unemployment benefits are pretty decent compared to other states. The maximum weekly benefit of $1015 is higher than most places. Just make sure you file your weekly claims on time every week or you'll lose those payments.
When do weekly claims have to be filed? Is there a specific day of the week?
You can file anytime during your assigned week, but most people do it on Sundays. Just don't wait until the last minute in case the website is down.
If anyone is still confused about the calculation, I found this helpful: take your total wages from your highest earning quarter in the base period, divide by 26, and that's roughly your weekly benefit (subject to the min/max limits). The 'percentage' varies by person but it usually works out to 40-55% of your average weekly pay.
This is the clearest explanation I've seen. Thanks! I think I have a better understanding now of how Washington ESD calculates benefits.
Holly Lascelles
One final thought - if you do decide to quit, make sure you understand exactly what 'good cause' means in Washington state. It's a legal standard and not just your personal opinion about whether the situation was bad. The more you can align your documentation with their definition, the better your chances.
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Hazel Garcia
•Where can I find the exact legal definition they use?
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Holly Lascelles
•It's in the Washington Administrative Code, section 192-150-200. Pretty dry reading but it spells out exactly what they consider good cause.
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Malia Ponder
Thanks everyone for all the advice. I feel much more informed about my options now. I'm going to spend some time documenting everything and then make a decision about whether to quit or try to stick it out longer.
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Geoff Richards
•Feel free to update us on how it goes. And remember about Claimyr if you need help getting through to Washington ESD once you file.
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Hugo Kass
•You've got this! Having all the information upfront puts you in a much better position than most people who just quit without understanding the process.
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