Congratulations Javier! Your success story gives me hope as someone who's currently at week 5 of adjudication. I'm definitely going to upload a hardship statement today after reading about your experience. For others still waiting - it sounds like the weekend processing is real but limited, so don't give up hope. The fact that they're prioritizing 8+ week claims and hardship cases means there is some method to the madness, even if it doesn't feel like it when you're stuck waiting. Thanks for sharing your outcome and keeping the rest of us informed!

Wow, reading through all these experiences has been both encouraging and frustrating! I'm currently at week 4 of adjudication myself and starting to panic about bills. @Javier Torres - huge congratulations on finally getting approved! Your success story on a Sunday really does prove they work weekends sometimes. I'm definitely going to upload a hardship statement today based on @Emma Davis's detailed instructions. It's so helpful to have people who actually understand the system sharing real advice. @Isabella Ferreira - I can't imagine being stuck for 3+ months, that's absolutely unacceptable. Have you tried the Claimyr service that @Freya Thomsen mentioned? At this point it seems worth trying anything. Thanks to everyone sharing their experiences - it helps to know we're not alone in this nightmare!

Bottom line for anyone reading this later: vacation pay for time you already worked typically doesn't reduce or delay your unemployment benefits. Just report it honestly for the correct time periods and you should be fine. Don't stress too much about it!

I went through this exact situation last year when I got laid off from my tech job. Had about 3 weeks of vacation pay coming to me and was really worried it would mess up my unemployment claim. Turns out it was no big deal at all - just like everyone else is saying, you report it for the weeks you actually earned it, not when you receive the payout. Washington ESD was totally fine with it. The key is just being upfront and accurate from the start. Don't overthink it - vacation pay is money you already earned while working, so it shouldn't affect your benefits at all. Good luck with your claim!

Thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread. Really helpful info that I couldn't find clearly explained anywhere on the Washington ESD website.

Just want to add that if you're unsure about whether to elect withholding, it's generally better to err on the side of caution and have them take out the 10%. You can always adjust your withholding at other jobs or make estimated payments if needed, but it's much easier to manage a small refund than scramble to come up with thousands of dollars you don't have when tax season hits.

Bottom line is yes, you can definitely get unemployment benefits as a part-time employee if your hours are significantly reduced. The system is designed to help people in exactly your situation. Don't hesitate to apply - you've earned these benefits through your work.

I went through something similar when my restaurant hours got cut from full-time to just 15 hours a week. Washington ESD was actually really helpful once I got through the initial application process. The key thing is to be completely honest about your earnings each week when you file your weekly claims. Also, don't be discouraged if your first payment takes a few weeks - that's normal. The partial benefits really helped me bridge the gap until I could find additional work. Make sure you keep detailed records of any job search activities too, since they do audit those periodically. You've got this!

Yes, you may be eligible for partial unemployment benefits in Washington! When your hours are significantly reduced (like going from 25-30 hours to 10 hours), you can often qualify for what's called "partial unemployment." Here are the key points: - You need to have earned enough wages in your base period (typically the first 4 of the last 5 quarters) - Your weekly earnings must be less than your weekly benefit amount plus $5 - You must be available and actively seeking additional work Since you've been working 25-30 hours for 8 months, you likely meet the wage requirements. The fact that the hour reduction isn't your fault (business slowdown) works in your favor. I'd recommend applying through the Washington ESD website as soon as possible - benefits can be backdated but it's better to get the process started early. You'll need your Social Security number, employment history, and wage information. Keep documenting your reduced hours and continue looking for additional work opportunities. The worst they can say is no, but based on what you've described, you have a good chance of qualifying for some assistance during this difficult time.