I'm in a similar situation! I've been doing temp work for about 6 months and my assignment just ended too. Reading through all these responses is super helpful - I had no idea that temp workers could get unemployment benefits. I was worried I'd have to drain my savings while waiting for the next assignment. Does anyone know if there's a minimum number of hours you need to have worked to qualify? I've had some shorter assignments mixed in with longer ones.

I've been working temp assignments for about a year now and can confirm that Washington state is pretty good about covering temp workers! One thing I'd add is to make sure you understand the difference between "lack of work" and "quitting" when your assignment ends. Always get some kind of documentation from your temp agency - even just an email saying "assignment completed, no current openings available" can be really helpful if ESD needs clarification. Also, don't forget that you can register with multiple temp agencies while collecting benefits, which actually helps show you're actively seeking work. The system recognizes that temp work is legitimate employment and the gaps between assignments are just part of how this type of work functions.

One more thing - make sure all your contact information is up to date in your account before you file the new claim. Washington ESD will need to reach you for verification and if your info is wrong it can delay everything.

I'm a newcomer here and going through the exact same situation. My claim expires in a few weeks and I'm terrified about the gap in benefits. Reading through all these responses has been really helpful - it sounds like filing a new claim early is the key, even if you're not sure you'll qualify. The fact that so many people have had to use third-party services like Claimyr just to get through to Washington ESD shows how broken the system is. It's frustrating that we have to jump through so many hoops when we're already struggling to find work in this job market.

Thanks everyone for all the information. This has been really helpful in understanding what to expect. Sounds like I need to focus on finding work rather than counting on being able to extend benefits.

I'm in a similar situation and this thread has been incredibly eye-opening. I had no idea that you needed to work again to qualify for a new claim - I thought you could just reapply once your year was up. The whole system seems designed to push people off benefits rather than actually help them through tough job markets. I've been unemployed for 5 months now and the thought of having no income support while still searching for work is terrifying. Has anyone had success with the WorkSource programs that were mentioned earlier? I'm wondering if I should start exploring those options now rather than waiting until my benefits run out.

Keep your chin up OP. I know it's stressful but you'll figure it out. Lots of people go through this and come out the other side okay.

Definitely get the official word from Washington ESD about your specific situation. Every case is a little different and you don't want to miss any options you might have.

I can relate to the stress you're feeling! I went through something similar about 6 months ago and it was nerve-wracking. The status changes are definitely confusing when you're not expecting them. From what I learned, the "pending" status with no dollar amount is actually a good sign - it means your payment is actively being processed through their system. The amount disappears temporarily as part of their verification process, but it should reappear when it switches to "paid" status. In my case, it took about 36 hours from when it changed to pending until I saw the money in my account. Try to hang in there - based on everyone's experiences here, it sounds like you're on the right track and should see your payment soon!

I've been through this exact scenario multiple times over the past year and can confirm what others are saying - this is completely normal! The status progression from "Web Processing" with an amount to "Pending" with no amount is just how their system works. I know it's terrifying when you see that dollar amount disappear, especially when you're counting on that money for rent. What I've learned from experience is that the "Pending" status actually means your payment is moving through their final approval stages. The amount gets hidden temporarily but it will reappear when it switches to "Paid." In my experience, this usually happens within 24-48 hours, though it can take up to 3 business days during busy periods. One tip: if you have the ESD mobile app, sometimes the status updates there before it shows on the website. Also, once it does switch to "Paid," if you have direct deposit it typically shows up in your bank account 1-2 business days later. Try not to stress too much - based on what you've described, everything sounds like it's processing normally!