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One more tip - if they schedule a phone interview, make sure you answer when they call. They sometimes only try once and if you miss it, it can delay your case even more. Keep your phone nearby during business hours.
Definitely will do that. I've been keeping my phone on me at all times just in case.
This thread has been really helpful. I didn't realize employers contested claims so often. Makes me worried about my own situation since I was let go during 'restructuring' but it was pretty obvious they were getting rid of older employees.
Age discrimination layoffs are unfortunately common but as long as you weren't fired for cause, you should still qualify for unemployment benefits.
Good to know. I guess I'll find out if they try to contest my claim too.
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Just wanted to mention that if you're denied initially, don't give up. The appeals process exists for a reason and sometimes the initial determination is wrong. I know someone who won on appeal after being denied for insufficient wages.
Good to know there are options if something goes wrong. Hopefully I won't need to appeal!
Appeals can take a while but they're worth it if you believe you actually qualify. Just make sure you file within the deadline.
One last thing - make sure you file as soon as possible after becoming unemployed. There's no waiting period for eligibility but you can't backdate claims very far, so don't delay if you think you qualify.
Perfect timing then. Good luck with your claim and hope you find new work soon!
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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.
You're absolutely right. I think I got focused on the wrong solution. Job hunting is definitely the way to go.
Plus, having a job lined up gives you more negotiating power if layoffs do happen at your current place.
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.
You'll be much better off in the long run taking this approach.
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Giovanni Martello
Update: Finally got through to Washington ESD using that Claimyr service. Turns out my claim was flagged because they needed to verify my previous employer's business closure. Has nothing to do with unemployment rates - just normal verification process. Should be resolved in a few days.
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Savannah Weiner
•Great news! Business closure verification is pretty standard adjudication stuff. You should be good to go once they process the documentation.
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Sofia Peña
•Nice that you found a solution. The uncertainty is the worst part of waiting for adjudication.
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Adriana Cohn
The media makes such a big deal about unemployment statistics but for those of us actually filing claims, the experience is the same regardless of what the national numbers look like.
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Giovanni Martello
•Exactly! I was overthinking it because of all the news coverage about record low unemployment.
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Adriana Cohn
•Yeah, your individual situation is what matters to Washington ESD, not macroeconomic trends.
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