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Since no one has mentioned it yet - there's also a minimum earnings threshold to qualify for ANY unemployment benefits in Washington. For 2025, you need to have earned at least $3,875 in your base year (which is the first 4 of the last 5 completed calendar quarters before you file). Also, your weekly benefit amount is calculated as roughly 1/25 of what you earned in your highest-earning quarter of the base year, up to the maximum benefit amount of $1,125 per week. When you apply, make sure to explain that your hours reduction is temporary but significant enough to impact your financial stability. You should qualify if the reduction is substantial compared to your normal schedule.
I definitely meet the earnings requirement based on what you're saying. I've been at this job for 3 years with consistent income until now. I'm going to move forward with applying. Thanks for all the detailed information everyone!
Don't forget you'll still need to pay taxes on unemployment benefits! I learned that the hard way last year... ouch! You can have ESD withhold 10% for federal taxes which I'd recommend.
omg yes THIS!! i got a huge tax bill last year because i didnt know this. definitely check the box for withholding!!
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Update: My payment just switched from 'processing-web' to 'paid' this morning! Took 4 business days total. The funds should be in my account tomorrow according to the payment details. Looks like it just needed extra processing time for some reason.
That's great news! Mine still shows processing-web but hopefully it updates soon too. Thanks for letting me know yours got resolved!
I just wanted to share an update - my claim that was stuck in 'processing-web' finally moved to 'paid' status today, after 5 business days. I never received any explanation for the delay, but the payment amount looks correct. Hope this helps anyone else experiencing similar delays!
UPDATE: Mine finally changed to 'paid' status this morning! So it took 6 business days total. No explanation given, but I'm just relieved it went through before rent was due. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!
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I filed by phone too back in January lol and mine was stuck for like 2 weeks but then suddenly changed to processing and then approved all in one day... had a friend who works at WorkSource who told me that sometimes the IVR claims get batched together and processed all at once instead of continuously like the online ones... so maybe yours is in a batch that hasn't been processed yet?
That would actually make a lot of sense! It's frustrating that they don't explain these things anywhere on their website. I hope my batch gets processed soon.
just wanted to update... called 23 times this morning and FINALLY got through!!! rep said my claim was actually approved 2 weeks ago but status never updated!!! getting all my backpay this week!!! hang in there!
OMG that's exactly what others were saying might happen! I'm going to call again tomorrow morning. So happy you got through and are getting your money!
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Not for nothin but why did you even TELL them about the retail job??? If you didnt work there long enough to qualify anyway you coulda just left it off your application. Thats what my brother did and he got approved no problem.
This is actually terrible advice. ESD requires you to report ALL employment, and they have access to employer tax records that would show the missing job. Intentionally omitting employment can result in fraud penalties and having to pay back all benefits plus interest. Please don't suggest people commit fraud.
I just submitted my appeal online. Now the waiting game begins... thanks everyone for the advice. I'm still calling ESD every day hoping to get through to someone who can help speed things up. Will update when I have news.
Good job filing the appeal! Just remember that the OAH is separate from ESD, so calling ESD won't speed up your hearing date. However, getting through to ESD can still help with making sure your weekly claims are being processed correctly while you wait. Also, when you get your hearing notice, it will tell you how to submit evidence. Make sure you submit anything you want the judge to consider at least 24 hours before the hearing date.
Zainab Khalil
In my experience working with unemployment claims, minor errors like selecting the wrong state are not typically cause for concern IF the wage information is correct. The ESD system is primarily concerned with accurate wage reporting since that affects your benefit amount. That said, there are two approaches you can take: 1) Call ESD to report the error and request a correction. This is the most technically correct approach. 2) Document your error (screenshot, notes with date/time) and keep it for your records, but don't take further action unless ESD contacts you. The system will likely reconcile this automatically when your employer files their quarterly wage reports. If there's a discrepancy that raises flags, ESD will contact you for clarification.
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Zainab Khalil
•I understand your frustration with the system. You're right that in some cases even small errors can trigger reviews. However, there's an important distinction - employer name discrepancies often trigger fraud alerts because they can indicate someone working for an unreported employer. State location for an otherwise correctly reported employer with matching EIN typically has lower priority in the verification hierarchy. That said, your neighbor's experience shows why some people prefer the cautious approach of calling to correct errors.
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Dylan Wright
•Thank you for the detailed explanation. I think I'll try calling just to be safe, but it's reassuring to know this likely isn't a major issue that would trigger fraud investigation. I've documented everything just in case.
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Dmitry Popov
Make sure you keep track of ALL your communications with ESD!!!! I learned this the hard way - take screenshots, write down claim ID numbers, names of reps you speak with, dates/times, EVERYTHING. Their system is so messed up sometimes that if you need to prove you tried to correct something, you'll need detailed records.
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Dylan Wright
•That's good advice. I'll definitely keep detailed notes of any calls I make. Would you recommend sending something in writing through their message system too, so there's a paper trail?
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Dmitry Popov
•YES!!! Send a message through eServices too! That way there's a record in their system. And take a screenshot of the sent message just to be extra safe.
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