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Sophia Miller

Can you work and still collect unemployment benefits from Washington ESD?

I'm confused about the rules for working while on unemployment. My claim was approved last month and I've been getting my weekly benefits, but I just got offered a part-time job that's only 15 hours a week. Can I still collect some unemployment from Washington ESD if I take this job? I don't want to mess up my claim but I also need the extra income. Do I have to report the part-time work on my weekly claim?

I had to use Claimyr again last month when I had questions about reporting overtime hours from my part-time job. Washington ESD's phone system is just impossible sometimes, but Claimyr got me through to someone who could explain the rules clearly.

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Good to know it works for follow-up questions too. I might need to use that if I run into any issues with my weekly claims.

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Yeah, it's been a lifesaver for getting quick answers without the endless hold times. Especially useful when you're dealing with time-sensitive questions about your claim.

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Bottom line: yes you can work part-time and collect unemployment, just be honest about it. Report all your earnings and hours worked on your weekly claim, keep looking for full-time work, and you should be fine. The system is designed to help people transition back to full employment.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about taking this part-time job now. I'll make sure to report everything accurately on my weekly claims.

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You've got this! Just remember to keep documenting your job search activities and report all income honestly. Good luck with the new job!

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Fiona Sand

Washington ESD unemployment benefits if fired - do I qualify?

I just got terminated from my retail job last week for attendance issues (was late a few times due to car trouble). My supervisor said it was for cause but I'm not sure if that means I can't get unemployment benefits. Does Washington ESD still approve claims if you're fired? I've never filed for UI before and really need to know if it's worth applying or if I'll just get denied automatically.

One more thing - make sure you start your job search right away and keep a log. Even if your claim is still pending, you need to meet the work search requirements to get benefits once you're approved.

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It's 3 job contacts per week in Washington. You can do applications, networking, job fairs, etc. Just keep good records of everything.

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And register with WorkSourceWA - that's required too. They have job search resources that can help.

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Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you have a solid case for getting approved. The key is showing you weren't being deliberately defiant or irresponsible, just dealing with a genuine transportation issue.

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Thank you everyone for all the advice and encouragement. I'm going to file my claim today and feel much more prepared for the process now.

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You've got this! Come back and let us know how it goes.

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Luca Ricci

Can I file a new unemployment claim after my benefits ended?

My unemployment benefits ran out about 2 months ago and I'm still looking for work. I've been doing some gig work here and there but nothing steady. Can I file a new unemployment claim with Washington ESD or do I need to wait a certain amount of time? I'm not sure if there's a waiting period or if I need to have worked a minimum number of hours since my last claim ended. Any advice would be appreciated!

I'm curious about the timing. If I file a new claim now, when would it actually start? From this week or from when it gets approved?

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Your benefit year starts the Sunday of the week you file your claim. But you won't get paid until your claim is approved and you've filed your weekly claims for those weeks.

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So I should file as soon as possible to avoid missing any potential weeks. Got it!

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This has been really informative! I had no idea you could file multiple claims. I thought once your benefits ran out, that was it.

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A lot of people don't realize that. As long as you've worked and earned enough wages since your last claim, you can establish a new benefit year.

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Same here! I only found out by accident when I called to ask about something else.

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Carmen Ruiz

What qualifications for unemployment benefits in Washington - confused about eligibility requirements

I'm trying to figure out if I qualify for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD but I'm getting confused by all the different requirements I'm reading about online. I worked at a retail store for about 8 months before they let me go last week due to 'restructuring.' I made around $2,800 per month but I'm not sure if that's enough to qualify. I also had a part-time job at a restaurant for a few months earlier this year but only worked weekends. Do they look at all your jobs or just your most recent one? And what about the work search requirements - do I need to apply for a certain number of jobs each week? I've never filed for unemployment before so I have no idea what I'm doing.

The whole process seemed overwhelming at first but once I got through the initial filing it became pretty routine. You'll be fine, just take it one step at a time.

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Thanks for the encouragement! I'm feeling more confident about filing now after reading everyone's responses.

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Definitely use that Claimyr service if you need to talk to someone at ESD. I tried calling the regular way for two weeks before someone told me about it. Wish I'd known about it sooner!

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I'm going to bookmark that for when I need to follow up on my claim status. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!

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Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you should qualify based on what you've described.

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Maya Lewis

How much is unemployment benefit amount in Washington state weekly?

I just moved here from Vegas and need to file for unemployment. Can anyone tell me what the weekly benefit amounts are for Washington ESD? I was making about $52,000 a year at my last job. Trying to figure out if it's worth filing or if I should just focus on job hunting. Also heard something about a waiting week - is that still a thing?

Just remember that unemployment benefits are taxable income. You can have taxes withheld or pay quarterly estimated taxes to avoid a big bill next year.

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Good point, I'll opt for the tax withholding when I file. Thanks!

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The whole process seems overwhelming at first but it's really not that bad once you get started. Washington ESD's online system is pretty user-friendly compared to some other states I've heard about.

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Agreed, the SecureAccess Washington portal works well most of the time.

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Just don't try to use it during peak times on Sundays when everyone's filing their weekly claims!

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