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Just a heads up - my appeal hearing got rescheduled TWICE with only 24 hours notice each time. Be prepared for that possibility and keep your schedule flexible around your hearing date if possible.
Same happened to me! So annoying. Had to reschedule time off work twice, and my employer was getting suspicious why I needed random days off.
One more tip from my appeal experience: The judge will likely ask very specific questions about dates, times, and what exactly was said in conversations with your employer. Having a timeline document prepared with all these details organized chronologically made a huge difference in my hearing. I came across as credible because I could quickly reference exact dates and details without hesitation.
That's excellent advice! I'll start putting together a timeline document with all the key events - when my hours were first reduced, conversations with management, when I received the texts, etc. Better to be over-prepared than stumbling over details during the hearing.
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wait so did you say you got severance? if you got severance you have to report that and it might delay when your benefits start. i think you have to use up the severance first before unemployment kicks in? someone correct me if im wrong
You're partially correct. In Washington state, severance pay can affect unemployment benefits, but it depends on how it's paid out: - Lump sum severance usually doesn't delay benefits (but must be reported) - Continued regular payments that resemble your normal salary can delay benefits until they end OP should report any severance received when filing the initial claim and ESD will determine how it affects their specific situation.
Thanks for pointing this out - my severance is just 2 weeks of pay as a lump sum. I'll definitely report it when I file.
One more thing - make sure you appeal if they try to take more than 50% of your benefits for the overpayment. I've seen cases where the system automatically sets it higher but you have the right to request the standard 50% offset.
Good to know! I'll definitely watch for that and appeal if needed. Filing my claim now and will update with how it goes. Thanks everyone for the advice!
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Quick update for everyone: I just checked the ESD website again and they've posted a new alert. The phone system maintenance has been extended through next Tuesday due to "unforeseen technical complications." They're advising everyone to use eServices for all communications until then. Just thought I'd share this so people don't waste their time calling for the next few days.
Thanks for the update. That's really frustrating, but at least now I know not to keep banging my head against the wall trying to call. I'm going to try the WorkSource office tomorrow and also send a fax as suggested. I'll update here if I have any success with either method in case it helps others in the same boat.
This whole thing reminds me of last year when my neighbor filed for unemployment and couldn't get through for weeks. She finally contacted her state representative's office and they actually had a dedicated staff person who helped constituents with ESD issues! She got a call back from ESD within 48 hours after her rep's office contacted them. Might be worth trying that route too if nothing else works.
That's a great tip! I never would have thought about contacting my state rep. Do you know if she just called their office directly or if there was a specific process she followed? I'm going to look up my representative right now.
She just called the local office number listed on their website and explained the situation. I think she had to fill out some kind of form giving them permission to inquire about her case. But it was pretty straightforward from what she told me.
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did u try applying for hardship at ur school? sometimes they have emergency money for students about to be evicted
I didn't even think about that! I'll check with the financial aid office tomorrow. Thanks for the suggestion!
After my hearing (I won btw), the judge told me that school + work cases often come down to these factors: 1. Is your school schedule flexible? 2. Do you have a history of working while in school? 3. Have you turned down any work because of school? 4. Is your field of study related to your work history? Make sure you address all these points during your hearing. And be super direct - don't ramble or they'll get annoyed.
Thanks for the insider info! I've definitely never turned down shifts because of school - the issue is there aren't any shifts being offered. I'll make sure to be clear and direct about that.
Amara Okafor
Wait are holiday furloughs even eligible for unemployment? My company does this too but HR told us we shouldn't file because it's planned in advance or something. Now I'm confused if I've been missing out on benefits I could've claimed...
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QuantumQuester
•Your HR is incorrect. Temporary layoffs/furloughs absolutely qualify for unemployment in Washington, even if they're planned in advance. The determining factor is whether you're experiencing a reduction/loss of work and wages through no fault of your own - which a furlough definitely is. You should absolutely file when furloughed.
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Carmen Vega
Update: I reopened my claim yesterday and selected "TEMPORARY LAYOFF" as everyone suggested. I made sure to enter my return-to-work date and answered "Yes" when asked if I'm returning to the same employer. The system accepted my application without any errors, so hopefully it goes through smoothly! I'll update again once I know if it gets approved or stuck in adjudication. Thanks everyone for your help!
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Andre Moreau
•nice! hope it goes thru quick for u. remember to still do ur job search stuff this week even tho ur going back soon!
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