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dont 4get that u also gotta do the job search requirements, its like 3 activities a week in washington. dunno what arkansas requires but make sure u keep track of everything!
Ella Harper
•Thanks for the reminder! I'll definitely keep detailed records of my job search activities no matter which state I end up filing with.
PrinceJoe
One more important thing to consider - once you determine which state to file in, you'll need to make sure you're following that state's weekly claim filing and job search requirements. Washington requires 3 job search activities per week that you must document and be ready to present if audited. They can deny benefits retroactively if you haven't been maintaining proper job search records. Also, when you apply with Washington ESD, be completely transparent about your Arkansas residency. Trying to hide that fact could lead to an overpayment determination later if they discover it.
Ella Harper
•I appreciate all the advice everyone! I'm going to check with HR first thing tomorrow about where they've been reporting my wages, and then file my claim with the appropriate state. I'll definitely be upfront about my living situation and make sure I follow all the job search requirements. Hopefully the process goes smoothly, but it's good to know about options like Claimyr if I run into trouble reaching ESD. I'll update here once I get things figured out in case it helps someone else in the future.
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when u talk 2 ESD make sure they backdate ur weekly claims so u dont lose any $$$. they should let u file for all the weeks u missed once they fix the system error
Ruby Garcia
UPDATE: Finally got through to ESD (used that Claimyr service and it actually worked pretty well). The agent said it was a known glitch in their system! Apparently when standby is approved, sometimes the computer system doesn't properly update the weekly claim filing permissions. She fixed it in just a few minutes and I was able to file for the past two weeks I missed. She said the payments should process normally now. Thanks everyone for your help!
Great to hear you got it resolved! This is definitely a common glitch in their system. For anyone else reading this in the future - if you get approved for standby and can't file weekly claims, don't panic, just contact ESD directly to have them fix the permission settings on your account.
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Aaliyah Reed
NOBODY KNOWS HOW ESD ACTUALLY WORKS!!! One week everything processes super fast, next week identical claim sits pending for days. One agent tells you one thing, another says completely opposite. It's all just random chaos and we're all just guessing!!!! 😫
Ella Russell
•While the system isn't perfect, there are actually specific reasons why claims might process differently from week to week. High-volume periods (like after holidays), system maintenance windows (usually Sundays), and claim-specific factors all play a role. If you're seeing inconsistent processing times regularly, it's worth asking an agent to check your specific claim details as there might be an account flag triggering additional reviews.
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my brother had this happen when he got a job at walmart after being laid off from boeing. he filed his final week and reported the hours and got like $75 instead of his full amount but at least it was something. def file your claim man
Anna Stewart
Just to clarify a few things that have been mentioned: 1. Yes, file your claim and report all hours/earnings 2. ESD deducts 75% of your earnings from your weekly benefit amount 3. You should answer the job search questions accurately - if you consider yourself still looking for work (which makes sense given the pay cut), then answer accordingly 4. Your claim remains active for your benefit year 5. If your hours increase to full-time at this job, you'd be considered fully employed even if the pay is low Hope this helps clear up any confusion!
This is super helpful, thank you! I'll go ahead and file my final claim tonight and make sure to accurately report everything. Really appreciate everyone's guidance!
Freya Andersen
UPDATE: I tried the Claimyr service that @practical_solution suggested, and I actually got through to an agent! Took about 25 minutes of waiting instead of constant busy signals. The agent was able to reset my telephone PIN and I just filed my weekly claim by phone successfully. For anyone else with this issue - definitely write down your PIN somewhere safe once you get it. Apparently they mail it with your initial claim approval letter, but I must have missed that part. Thanks everyone for the help!
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Diego Mendoza
•Great to hear you got it sorted out! Yes, that initial letter has a lot of information and it's easy to miss the PIN part, especially if you're planning to file online. For future reference, you can also request a PIN reset by sending a secure message through eServices once it's working again, but that takes a few days for them to process.
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CosmicCadet
Lucky you got through! I might try that Claimyr thing next time the website crashes. Still think its ridiculous we have to jump through all these hoops just to file our claims. The system should just WORK!!
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Omar Farouk
•Don't forget that if you miss your filing deadline because of technical issues, you can request a back-date for "good cause." Document everything - screenshots of errors, times you called, etc. ESD is required to accept late filings if their systems were the cause of the delay.
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