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The appeals process is there if you get denied or disagree with their decision. You have 30 days to appeal most decisions. Don't give up if your initial claim gets denied - sometimes it's just missing information or a misunderstanding about your work separation.
I had to appeal when they said I quit my job but I was actually laid off. Took 2 months but I got my benefits backdated to when I first filed.
Appeals can be scary but they're worth it if you know you qualify. Having documentation from your employer about the layoff really helps your case.
Bottom line - filing for unemployment isn't shameful or wrong if you lost your job through no fault of your own. You paid into the system through your wages, so you've earned these benefits. Just follow the rules and keep good records.
Thanks everyone. This has been super helpful. I think I understand the process better now and feel ready to file my claim.
Good luck! Remember to file your weekly claims on time every week once you're approved. That's the most important thing to remember.
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One last thing - make sure you understand the difference between FUTA taxable wages and regular wages for other payroll taxes. Some things that are subject to federal income tax withholding might not be subject to FUTA.
Can you give an example of wages that would be exempt from FUTA?
Payments to statutory non-employees, certain family members, some student workers - check IRS Publication 15 for the full list.
Thanks everyone for the help! This thread has been really informative. I feel much more confident about handling FUTA deposits now. And I'm definitely going to check out that Claimyr service for when I need to call government agencies - seems like it could save a lot of time and frustration.
Glad we could help! Feel free to post if you run into any other payroll tax questions.
Will do. This community has been great for getting practical advice on dealing with government agencies and requirements.
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This whole thread is making me realize I should have filed for unemployment when I got laid off last month. I thought the amount would be too small to bother with, but $300+ per week would have made a huge difference.
You might still be able to file a backdated claim depending on the circumstances. It's worth looking into.
Really? I'll have to check into that. I just assumed I waited too long.
The job market for restaurant workers is actually pretty good right now if you're willing to be flexible about location and hours. A lot of places are still short-staffed from the pandemic aftermath.
That's encouraging! I'm definitely open to different locations and shifts. Just want to make sure I find something stable this time.
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I had to call Washington ESD multiple times during my claim and the hold times were insane. That Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier actually sounds like it could be really useful for avoiding those long waits.
Yeah, I'm definitely going to keep that in mind if I run into issues that need a phone call.
Smart plan. I wish I had known about it when I was dealing with my adjudication mess.
One last thing - make sure you have all your employment info ready when you file. Previous employers, dates, wages, reason for separation. Having it all organized will make the process much smoother.
Great advice! I'll gather all that information this weekend before I file. Thanks everyone for all the help!
You're welcome! Feel free to come back if you have more questions once you start the process.
Sofia Perez
One thing I'd add - keep copies of everything. Medical clearance, disability end date, layoff notice, everything. Washington ESD loves documentation.
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Luca Ferrari
•Great point. I'll start gathering all my paperwork now so I'm ready.
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Sofia Perez
•Smart move. Being prepared makes the whole process smoother.
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Dmitry Smirnov
Last comment from me - if anyone else is in this situation, don't wait too long to file your claim. The sooner you get the process started, the sooner you'll get your benefits.
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Luca Ferrari
•Absolutely. I'm planning to file as soon as my doctor gives me the final clearance.
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Dmitry Smirnov
•Perfect. Hope everything goes smoothly for you!
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