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if you end up having issues with your claim or need to talk to someone at washington esd, definitely consider using that claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. i tried it last month when my claim was stuck in adjudication and finally got answers after weeks of trying to call myself. check out claimyr.com if you need it
I'm bookmarking that just in case. Hopefully I won't need it but good to know it exists.
smart to have a backup plan. washington esd phone lines are notoriously difficult to get through
Bottom line - yes, many people can get unemployment benefits in Washington state, including part-time workers whose hours have been reduced. Your situation sounds like a textbook case for partial unemployment benefits. Don't overthink it, just apply and let Washington ESD make the determination.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about applying now.
you're welcome! hope everything works out for you. unemployment benefits can really help when you're dealing with reduced hours
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Just want to add that being fired doesn't automatically disqualify you from unemployment. I see this misconception a lot. The law protects workers from retaliation and unfair termination when it comes to UI benefits.
Yeah I was worried I wouldn't be eligible at all just because I got fired instead of laid off.
Nope, totally different things. Laid off is usually economic reasons, fired can still qualify depending on the circumstances.
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Make sure when you appeal that you request a hearing if the first level appeal doesn't go your way. Sometimes it takes getting in front of an administrative law judge to get things resolved properly.
How long does that whole process usually take?
First level appeal usually takes 4-6 weeks. If you need a hearing, add another 6-8 weeks. But you get backpay for everything if you win.
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Quick tip - when you file make sure your reason for separation is accurate. Don't say you quit if you were fired, even if it was unfair. Washington ESD will verify with your employer and inconsistencies just slow things down.
Definitely going to be completely honest about being terminated. No point in trying to hide it.
Honesty is always the best policy with unemployment claims. They find out the truth anyway.
File today if possible. The waiting week starts from when you file, not when you were terminated. Every day you wait is money you're losing. Washington ESD processes claims pretty quickly if there are no complications.
You're absolutely right. I'm going to file this afternoon. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
Good luck! Hope everything works out and you get approved quickly.
Madison Tipne
My advice? Focus on finding a new job instead of trying to work the system. Even if you somehow got unemployment benefits, they're temporary and probably less than what you're making now. A new job is a permanent solution.
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PaulineW
•You're absolutely right. I think I got focused on the wrong solution. Job hunting is definitely the way to go.
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Holly Lascelles
•Plus, having a job lined up gives you more negotiating power if layoffs do happen at your current place.
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Malia Ponder
Thanks everyone for all the advice and reality checks. I realize now that asking to be laid off is not a good strategy and could backfire badly. I'm going to focus on updating my resume and starting a proper job search instead. Better to be proactive about finding new opportunities than trying to game the unemployment system.
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Ryder Ross
•You'll be much better off in the long run taking this approach.
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Gianni Serpent
•If you do need to contact Washington ESD about anything in the future, remember that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. Could save you a lot of time on hold.
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