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i dont mean to make u more stressed but u should also apply 4 food stamps while ur waiting!!! esd is taking forever these days and food stamps (SNAP) is much faster. also check if ur city has rent assistance programs cuz lots of places do
That's actually really good advice, thank you. I've been too proud to apply for assistance but at this point I need to swallow my pride. I'll look into SNAP benefits today.
Just checking back - were you able to get through to ESD? Any updates on your situation?
I tried calling right at 8am but couldn't get through. After trying for hours, I ended up using Claimyr like you suggested and got connected to an agent within 30 minutes! The agent was able to see exactly what was holding things up (they needed clarification on my job separation). I sent in my termination letter and they said they'd expedite the review. They couldn't give me an exact timeframe but said it should be much faster now that I've responded to their request. Fingers crossed! Thank you so much for suggesting Claimyr - it was a lifesaver.
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Yes, I got backpay for all weeks I'd claimed during the adjudication period. It came as one lump sum about 3 business days after approval. Just make sure you keep filing your weekly claims during this waiting period - that's super important for getting the backpay!
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To answer your follow-up question about documentation: You typically don't need to provide documentation upfront when adding an employer. However, ESD may contact you later for verification if they can't confirm your employment through other means. If they do request verification, pay stubs, an offer letter, or direct deposit records are usually sufficient. I recommend keeping these documents handy just in case. You might also want to inform your out-of-state employer that you've filed for unemployment in Washington, as ESD may contact them to verify your employment and earnings.
Perfect, thank you! I have my offer letter and first pay stub, so I'll keep those ready. I really appreciate all the detailed help!
You got the math right! If your weekly benefit amount is $750, you can earn up to $187.50 without reduction. If you earn $300 in a week, your benefit would be reduced to $637.50 ($750 - ($300 - $187.50)). I track mine on a spreadsheet each week to make sure I understand what my benefit should be. It helps catch any potential errors in the system before they become bigger problems. Also, an important tip: make sure you report your gross earnings for the week you WORKED, not when you got paid. This trips up a lot of people!
Maxwell St. Laurent
I tried appealing without a lawyer and lost. My situation was different (attendance issues) but the whole process was confusing and intimidating. If you can get a free consultation with an unemployment attorney, might be worth it. Some will take cases on contingency if they think you have a good chance of winning. Just my 2 cents.
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Alberto Souchard
•I think attendance issues are harder to win because there's usually clear documentation. The OP's situation with changing procedures and lack of training is much more likely to be successful without a lawyer.
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Talia Klein
One thing to add that others haven't mentioned: once you request the appeal, start preparing a written statement. The judge will ask you to explain your side first. Having a clear, chronological explanation prepared will make a huge difference. Also, the legal definition of misconduct for unemployment in Washington is very specific - it's not the same as what an employer might consider grounds for firing. The employer must prove: 1. Your actions were deliberate violations of policies 2. Your behavior was not an error in judgment or ordinary negligence 3. Your actions harmed their business interests Since this was about changes to inventory procedures without proper training, you have an excellent chance of winning. Just be organized and factual in your presentation. Good luck!
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Nia Watson
•Thank you! I'm feeling much more hopeful now. I'll start organizing my timeline and evidence today, and I'll definitely keep filing my weekly claims in the meantime.
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