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Don't forget that once you're approved, you'll get backpay for all the weeks you were waiting as long as you filed your weekly claims. So even though the waiting sucks, you won't lose out on the money.
That's good to know! I was worried I'd lose those weeks if the approval took too long.
Yep, that's one thing Washington ESD actually does right - you get paid back to your original eligibility date.
Just remember to keep documenting your job search activities during this waiting period too. When you do get approved, you'll need to show you've been actively looking for work the whole time.
Good reminder! I've been applying to places but haven't been keeping detailed records. I'll start doing that.
Yeah, they can ask for your job search log at any time. Better to have it ready than scramble to recreate it later.
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I used Claimyr when I had questions about stopping my benefits properly. Really helpful to actually talk to someone who could confirm I was doing everything right. The peace of mind was worth it.
How quickly were you able to get through with that service?
Like 10 minutes compared to the hours I'd spent trying to call directly. Made the whole process less stressful.
Bottom line - you're doing the right thing by asking and being careful. Report your last partial week accurately, then stop filing when you're working full time. Washington ESD makes this part pretty straightforward.
Thanks everyone! Feeling much more confident about handling this properly now.
You've got this! Good luck with the new job.
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I'm dealing with a similar situation right now with a nerve condition. Applied for SSDI two months ago and still collecting UI. Washington ESD hasn't said anything about it yet but I'm worried they will. Anyone know if there's a time limit on how long you can do both?
I guess I should probably call and ask directly instead of worrying about it.
If you do call, be prepared for a long wait. Maybe try that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier - seems like it could save a lot of frustration.
One more thing to consider - if you're approved for disability, you might be eligible for vocational rehabilitation services that could help you transition to a different type of work that accommodates your limitations. This could be a bridge between unemployment and full disability benefits.
I didn't know about vocational rehabilitation. Is that through Social Security or Washington state?
Both actually. Washington state has its own vocational rehabilitation program, and Social Security also has work incentive programs for disability recipients.
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For anyone wondering about timing - your weekly benefit amount stays the same throughout your benefit year, even if you get a new job and then lose it again. They don't recalculate based on more recent wages until you start a new claim.
That's good to know. So once they determine my $400 or whatever, that's what I'll get each week?
Exactly, as long as you meet all the other requirements for that week (job search, reporting earnings, etc.
Bottom line - if you made around $50k, expect somewhere in the $350-450 range for your weekly benefit. The exact amount depends on how your earnings were distributed across the quarters in your base year.
Perfect, that gives me a realistic expectation. Thanks everyone for all the helpful info!
No problem! The Washington ESD system is confusing but once you understand the basics it makes more sense.
Harold Oh
Try reaching out to local news stations too. Sometimes they do stories about Washington ESD delays and that can put pressure on them to respond faster. Worth a shot.
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Heather Tyson
•That's actually not a bad idea. The media attention might at least bring awareness to how broken the system is.
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Amun-Ra Azra
I used that Claimyr thing mentioned earlier when I was having similar issues. Got connected to Washington ESD in like 3 hours instead of weeks of trying. Definitely worth checking out their demo video to see if it's right for your situation.
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Heather Tyson
•I'm getting desperate enough to try anything at this point. Thanks for the recommendation.
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