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Thanks! Hoping I qualify and can get some financial relief while I look for another job.

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That's exactly what the system is designed for. Hope it works out for you!

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Pro tip: keep copies of all your pay stubs and W-2s when you file for unemployment. Makes it much easier to verify their calculation and catch any errors. I learned this the hard way when I had to dispute missing wages.

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Great advice! I'm glad I kept all my documentation. Makes me feel more confident that my calculation is correct.

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Yes! Documentation is everything when dealing with Washington ESD. I always tell people to keep records of everything unemployment-related.

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Just remember that even if your calculation seems low, you're still getting help during a tough time. The system isn't perfect but it's better than nothing. Focus on finding your next job rather than stressing too much about the exact benefit amount.

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That's a good perspective but if there's an error costing someone hundreds of dollars, they should definitely try to get it fixed.

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You're absolutely right. I didn't mean people shouldn't pursue corrections if there are actual errors. Just meant not to stress over minor discrepancies.

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This whole thread should be pinned or something. I bet this confusion between unemployment and family leave comes up all the time.

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Totally agree! This is exactly the kind of info that's hard to find when you need it.

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For anyone else reading this later - the key takeaway is that maternity leave = PFML (Paid Family and Medical Leave), not unemployment benefits. Two completely different programs with different eligibility and application processes.

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Perfect summary! That's exactly what I needed to understand.

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Here's the official formula if anyone wants the exact calculation: Weekly Benefit Amount = (Total wages in two highest quarters ÷ 52) × 0.0385. But it can't be less than $295 or more than $999 per week for 2025.

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Thanks for the exact formula! That's really helpful for calculating ahead of time.

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Bottom line - start with expecting about 45% of your weekly gross pay and go from there. The exact amount depends on your specific wage history but thats a good ballpark for budgeting purposes.

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Perfect, 45% gives me a good starting point for planning. Really appreciate everyone's help with this!

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One more thing - make sure you have all your employment information ready when you file. Employer names, addresses, dates of employment, and reason for separation for each job.

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Good reminder! I had to dig through my old paystubs to get all the details.

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Yeah it's worth taking the time to gather everything first. Makes the application process much smoother.

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Thanks everyone for all the detailed information. This has been way more helpful than trying to navigate the ESD website on my own.

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Happy to help! The unemployment system can be confusing but once you understand the basics it gets easier.

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Definitely feeling more confident about filing now.

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