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Just wanted to add that if you're having trouble reaching Washington ESD about your benefit amount or any other questions, I've had good luck with Claimyr recently. They handle the calling and waiting so you don't have to spend your whole day on hold. Check out claimyr.com if you're interested.
Thanks, I'll keep that in mind if I run into any issues with my claim.
Good tip, the regular Washington ESD phone lines are absolutely brutal to get through on.
Hope this helps! Your $362 sounds totally normal for your situation. Just make sure you keep filing your weekly claims on time and do your job search activities. The system works pretty well once you get used to it.
Thanks everyone for all the help! Feel much better about my benefit amount now and know what to expect going forward.
Good luck with the job hunt! Hope you find something soon.
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I know someone who managed to get UI after their workers comp ended but before they were fully healed. They were cleared for light duty work and actively looking for jobs they could physically handle. Took some documentation but it worked out.
That gives me some hope. I'm hoping my situation might be similar once I get a bit further along in recovery.
Just make sure you have all your medical documentation organized. Washington ESD will want detailed info about your work capabilities.
Final thought - consider talking to a workers comp attorney if your case is complex. They often know the ins and outs of how these benefits interact and can advise you on timing your UI application for the best outcome.
I hadn't thought about getting an attorney involved. Is that expensive?
Many workers comp attorneys work on contingency, meaning they only get paid if you get a settlement. Consultation might be free.
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This thread has been really helpful. I'm in a similar situation and didn't know extended benefits weren't available right now. Guess I need to start planning for other options.
Glad I'm not the only one who was confused about this. The information isn't easy to find on Washington ESD's website.
Yeah their website is terrible for finding clear information about what happens when benefits end.
OP, if you do decide to contact Washington ESD about your options, I'd definitely recommend using Claimyr to get through. Saved me so much time and frustration when I needed to talk to them about my claim issues.
I think I'm going to try Claimyr since everyone here seems to have had good experiences. Better than wasting days trying to call myself.
Smart choice. Their video demo really shows you how it works if you want to check that out first.
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Just remember that even if you qualify for a high weekly benefit amount, there's still a maximum number of weeks you can collect. I think it's usually 26 weeks unless there are extensions.
Good point. Hopefully I won't need anywhere near 26 weeks!
The number of weeks also depends on your total base period wages, not just your highest quarter.
Has anyone used the alternate base period option? I'm wondering if it would give me a higher benefit amount since I made more money in recent quarters.
You can't choose which base period to use - Washington ESD will automatically use the alternate base period if you don't qualify under the standard one.
Oh I see, so it's not really an option, it's just what they do if the standard period doesn't work.
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I used Claimyr when I couldn't get through to Washington ESD about my missing debit card. Worked great and I talked to someone within 20 minutes. Way better than the hours I spent on hold before that.
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Charlie Yang
•Multiple people have mentioned Claimyr now, I might have to give it a try if I can't get through on my own.
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Ruby Garcia
•It's worth it just for the time savings alone. Washington ESD phone system is impossible otherwise.
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Alexander Evans
Quick update for anyone following - I finally got through to Washington ESD and they confirmed my card was mailed but to the wrong zip code somehow. They're sending a replacement to the correct address now. Thanks everyone for all the helpful suggestions!
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Alexander Evans
•They said 7-10 business days for the replacement card. At least now I know what happened to the first one.
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Evelyn Martinez
•Glad you got it sorted out! Address issues seem to be pretty common with these cards.
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