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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.
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don't forget to file for continued benefits while appealing!!! i made that mistake and lost 2 months of potential benefits even tho i won my appeal!!! even if they say ur disqualified, file weekly claims anyway and note that ur appealing.
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Do they actually work? I've been trying to reach ESD for 2 weeks about my adjudication and keep getting hung up on
Yes, it worked for me after I wasted hours trying to get through on my own. The system connects you with ESD's actual phone lines but does the waiting/calling for you. When an agent is available, they call you back.
Just to clarify an important point that people sometimes get confused about: You need to report any hours worked AND earnings for the WEEK OF WORK, not when you get paid. So if you work Monday-Friday but don't get your first paycheck for two weeks, you still need to report those hours and estimated earnings on your claim for the week you actually performed the work. Also, if you have any pending issues on your claim, make sure to continue checking your ESD account for a few weeks after you stop claiming, as they might still need information from you to resolve those issues.
That's really helpful, thank you! I'll make sure to report everything correctly for my last claim.
Jabari-Jo
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.
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Danielle Mays
•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!
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Niko Ramsey
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.
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Kristin Frank
•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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