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Liam O'Donnell

Does immigration cause unemployment - Washington ESD claim affected?

I've been hearing a lot about how immigration affects job availability and I'm wondering if this has impacted my Washington ESD claim processing. I filed for unemployment 6 weeks ago after getting laid off from my warehouse job and my claim is still in adjudication. A coworker mentioned that increased competition for jobs might be affecting how Washington ESD evaluates claims or job search requirements. Has anyone else experienced delays that might be related to labor market changes? I'm required to apply for 3 jobs per week but there seem to be fewer openings than before.

washington esd adjudication delays are notorious right now. has nothing to do with immigration policy and everything to do with their understaffed offices

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Exactly! They're probably processing claims from months ago still.

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So basically I just have to wait it out? That's not very helpful when bills are due.

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Your best bet is getting through to Washington ESD directly to check on your specific case. The immigration stuff is a red herring - your claim is being held up by something specific to your situation.

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I've tried calling dozens of times. The phone system is impossible.

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That's when services like Claimyr become worth it. Sometimes you need to pay for a solution when the free option doesn't work.

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Ava Thompson

Washington ESD unemployment eligibility after getting fired - do I qualify?

My manager terminated me yesterday after I missed two shifts last month due to my car breaking down. I provided documentation from the mechanic but they said it was still job abandonment. I worked there for 8 months full-time making $18/hour. Do I qualify for Washington ESD unemployment benefits if I got fired? I'm really stressed about paying rent next month and don't know if I should even bother applying.

Your situation sounds very similar to mine and I got approved. The key is that you communicated with your employer and had valid reasons for the absences. Washington ESD understands that life happens.

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This thread has been so helpful. I feel much more confident about filing now.

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Good luck with your claim! Keep us posted on how it goes.

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One more tip - when you file your weekly claims, be consistent with your answers. If something changes in your situation, report it immediately to avoid any overpayment issues later.

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I'll definitely be careful about that. Thank you everyone for all the advice!

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Ella Russell

What is the eligibility for unemployment benefits in Washington ESD?

I just lost my job last week and I'm trying to figure out if I qualify for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD. I worked for the same company for about 8 months before they laid me off due to budget cuts. I'm not sure what the requirements are - do I need to have worked for a certain amount of time? What about the wage requirements? I've never filed for unemployment before so I have no idea what to expect. Can someone explain what the basic eligibility criteria are for Washington state unemployment?

Been following this thread and wanted to add - even if you think you might not qualify, it's still worth applying. The worst they can do is say no, and you might be surprised. I thought I wouldn't qualify due to some complicated employment situation but ended up getting approved.

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This is good advice. Sometimes the eligibility rules are more flexible than they seem, especially if you have unusual circumstances.

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Agreed. I had a weird situation with multiple part-time jobs and thought I wouldn't qualify, but Washington ESD was able to combine all my wages to meet the requirements.

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Final thought for OP - once you get approved and start receiving benefits, make sure you keep doing your job searches and filing your weekly claims on time. Missing even one weekly claim can cause your benefits to stop, and it's a hassle to get them restarted.

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Good reminder! I'll set up calendar alerts to make sure I don't forget to file each week.

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Smart idea. I use a recurring reminder on my phone every Sunday to file my weekly claim. Makes it much easier to remember.

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NebulaNinja

How long does it take to get unemployment benefits approved through Washington ESD?

I just lost my job last week and filed my unemployment claim with Washington ESD. I'm wondering how long it typically takes to actually receive benefits once you submit everything? I've heard different things from people - some say a few days, others say weeks. My savings are pretty limited so I'm trying to plan ahead. Has anyone gone through this recently and can share their timeline?

Final update: Got my approval notification today! Took exactly 19 days from filing to approval. First payment should hit my account in a few days. Thanks everyone for the advice and support!

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Great news! Remember to keep doing your weekly claims and job search activities.

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Happy it worked out quickly for you! Gives me hope for others who are still waiting.

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This thread has been super helpful. I'm about to file my own claim and feel much more prepared now. Bookmarking this for reference!

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Glad it helped! Make sure you have all your employment history and documents ready before you start.

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Good luck with your claim! Feel free to ask questions if you run into any issues.

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Yuki Ito

If you are terminated can you get unemployment - Washington ESD eligibility question

Just got terminated from my job yesterday and I'm wondering if I can still apply for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD. My manager said it was due to performance issues but I feel like they didn't give me proper training or support. I've been working there for 8 months and this is my first time dealing with unemployment. Does being terminated automatically disqualify you from getting benefits? I'm really stressed about how I'm going to pay my bills.

Good luck with your claim! Most people who get terminated for performance reasons end up getting approved. It's the misconduct cases that get denied.

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Thanks for all the encouragement everyone! I'm going to file my claim today and see what happens.

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Final update: Got my benefits approved! That Claimyr service really helped me get through to someone who could explain the process. For anyone else struggling to reach Washington ESD, it's worth checking out.

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Awesome! I'm definitely going to bookmark that service in case I need it. Hopefully my claim goes smoothly but it's good to know there's a backup plan.

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So glad it worked out for you! It's really frustrating when you can't get answers about something as important as your unemployment benefits.

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