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Just want to add that even if your claim gets approved, your former employer might still contest it. That can delay your benefits but doesn't necessarily mean you won't get them. Stay patient and keep filing your weekly claims.
Thanks for the heads up. I'll be prepared for that possibility.
Exactly right. Employer contests are common but don't automatically mean denial.
Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you have a solid case with the documentation you mentioned. The process can be stressful but Washington ESD is generally fair when people have legitimate reasons for their job separation.
Thank you! This thread has been really helpful in understanding what to expect.
Happy to help! Hope everything works out smoothly for you.
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I wish they made this information clearer on the Washington ESD website. It's all scattered around and hard to understand.
Agreed! The eligibility requirements should be in one clear place instead of buried in different sections.
At least they have the benefit calculator tool. That helped me figure out if I qualified before filing.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. I feel much more confident about understanding the work requirements now. Hopefully I won't need to file a claim, but at least I know I'd probably qualify if something happens.
Good luck with your new job! Even knowing you have that safety net can reduce stress.
Exactly! This thread has been super helpful for understanding how it all works.
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Thanks everyone for all the advice and support. I'm going to try a combination of these strategies and hopefully get through soon. It's nice to know I'm not alone in this struggle.
You're definitely not alone. Keep us posted on how it goes!
Good luck! Don't give up - you'll get through eventually.
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Pro tip: keep track of your remaining weeks in a spreadsheet or calendar. Don't wait until the last minute to realize you're running out of time.
Good idea! I'll set up a simple tracker to monitor my progress.
Also track your job search activities in case you ever get audited. Washington ESD does random checks.
Bottom line - plan for 26 weeks maximum, keep up with all requirements, and use the time wisely to find sustainable employment. That's really all you can do.
Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. I feel much better about understanding the timeline now.
Good luck with your job search! The 26 weeks will give you a good cushion to find the right opportunity.
Yuki Tanaka
Just remember you're still technically unemployed even if you're doing gig work. You have to remain able and available for full-time employment. If Washington ESD thinks you're too busy with DoorDash to take a regular job, that could be an issue.
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Carmen Ortiz
•How would they even know how much time you're spending on it though?
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Yuki Tanaka
•They can see your reported hours and earnings. If you're consistently working 40+ hours a week doing deliveries, that might raise red flags.
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MidnightRider
Bottom line: yes you can do DoorDash while on unemployment but you MUST report all earnings and hours worked. Don't try to hide it or you'll end up with overpayment issues that are way worse than just having your benefits reduced.
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Amina Diop
•Thanks everyone, this has been super helpful. I think I'll start small and see how it goes.
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Andre Laurent
•Good luck! Just stay organized with your record keeping and you should be fine.
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