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You're absolutely right. I'm going to file tonight. Thanks everyone for all the advice and encouragement!

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Good luck! Feel free to come back and update us on how it goes.

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Just wanted to add that you should apply as soon as possible after losing your job. There's no waiting period to file and the sooner you get in the system, the sooner you can start receiving benefits.

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Thanks for all the advice everyone! I'm going to file my claim this weekend and see how it goes.

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Good luck! Sounds like you have realistic expectations which is half the battle.

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Just remember if you do run into any issues reaching Washington ESD, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier is there as a backup option. Sometimes having that extra resource available gives you peace of mind even if you don't end up needing it.

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Definitely keeping that in mind! Hopefully I won't need it but good to know it's there if something goes wrong.

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I used Claimyr too when I had problems with my overpayment notice. Really helped to actually talk to a real person who could explain what was happening.

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Just remember that even if you qualify for benefits, you still need to meet the ongoing requirements like job search activities and filing weekly claims. The work requirement is just the first hurdle.

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Good point. I should probably research those requirements too once I figure out if I qualify.

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Yeah, the ongoing requirements are a whole different set of rules. But first things first - see if you meet the initial work requirements.

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Hope this thread helps clear things up for you! The quarterly earnings system takes some getting used to but it's not as complicated as it first seems.

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It definitely helps! I feel like I understand the requirements much better now. Going to check my wage history and see if I qualify.

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Good luck! Feel free to come back and let us know how it goes.

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Had a similar situation but with a retail job - fired for cash register shortages. Washington ESD approved my benefits because the shortages weren't proven to be intentional. The burden of proof is on the employer to show misconduct, not on you to prove innocence.

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That's a really important point about burden of proof. Makes me feel more confident about my chances.

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Exactly. Let ESD make the determination based on the facts, don't disqualify yourself before you start.

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Final update: Just wanted to thank everyone for the encouragement to file. Got my determination letter today and I was approved for benefits! The adjudicator agreed that chronic tardiness due to personal issues didn't constitute willful misconduct. Starting to get payments next week.

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Great news! Your case is a perfect example of why the adjudication process exists - to look at the specific circumstances rather than just the label.

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Thanks everyone! This forum was incredibly helpful throughout the whole process.

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Just to add one more resource - if you need help getting through to Washington ESD to ask questions about your appeal, that Claimyr service really does work. I tried it when I was going crazy trying to reach someone and got a callback the same day.

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I might try that if I can't get the information I need from the documents. Thanks for the suggestion!

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Wishing you the best with your appeal! The waiting is the worst part but hang in there. Most people with legitimate cases do win eventually.

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Thank you! I really appreciate all the support and advice from everyone here.

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