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Congrats again! Just remember you can always reopen your claim later if needed - unemployment isn't a one-time thing if your employment situation changes.
That's reassuring to know. Hopefully won't need it but good to keep in mind!
Congratulations on the new job! I went through this same process last year. The key thing is to make sure your final weekly claim is 100% accurate about when you started work. I'd also suggest keeping a screenshot of your final claim submission just in case there are any questions later. Washington ESD makes it pretty straightforward - once you're working full-time, you're no longer eligible anyway, so just stop filing and you should be all set. Best of luck with the new position!
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I went through this exact same confusion when I got laid off last month! The terminology really is misleading - I kept seeing "waiting week" and thought it meant I had to literally wait a week before I could even apply. What it actually means is that your first week of unemployment serves as an unpaid waiting period, but you still need to file your initial claim AND your weekly claim for that first week to keep everything active. I finally got through to someone at Washington ESD who explained it perfectly: Think of it like this - Week 1: File initial claim + first weekly claim (unpaid), Week 2: File second weekly claim (this one gets paid), and so on. The waiting week is built into the system automatically, so don't let that stop you from filing immediately. I wish I had found this thread when I was going through it - would have saved me a lot of stress!
Thank you so much for breaking it down that way! The week-by-week explanation really makes it click for me. I was getting so confused by all the different terminology, but thinking of it as "Week 1: file but unpaid, Week 2: file and get paid" is super clear. It's reassuring to hear from someone who just went through this recently. I'm definitely filing today - no more hesitation! Really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
I've been helping people navigate Washington ESD for years, and I can confirm what everyone is saying - file immediately! The "waiting week" is one of the most misunderstood concepts in unemployment benefits. You're not waiting to file, you're filing but the first week you claim is unpaid. Think of it as serving your waiting period while getting everything set up in the system. The sooner you file your initial application, the sooner you establish your claim date, which protects you from losing any potential benefits. I've seen too many people wait thinking they needed to, only to regret it later. Also, don't worry about making mistakes on your application - you can always provide clarifications or corrections later, but you can't go back and change when you first filed. Get that claim started today and then focus on understanding the weekly filing process. You've got this!
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btw if u do decide to switch from direct deposit to the card or vice versa you can do it online through ur eServices account. go to UI claim > settings > payment options. takes effect for the next payment after u make the change.
This is really helpful information, thank you! I might give the card a try since I'm currently in a situation where getting paid a few days earlier would make a big difference.
Just wanted to add another perspective - I've been using the ReliaCard for about 6 months and while the speed is great, there are some hidden costs to consider. The "free" ATM withdrawals are only at specific ATMs (mostly 7-Eleven and some bank ATMs), and if you need cash elsewhere you're looking at $2.50+ fees. Also learned the hard way that international transactions (even online purchases from some foreign websites) get blocked automatically and you have to call to unlock your account. The 2-3 day wait for direct deposit might be worth it if you do most of your banking online and don't need immediate cash access.
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I went through this exact same situation about 6 months ago! Changed my bank account info and immediately got thrown into adjudication - it was so stressful. The good news is that it really is just a routine identity verification process. In my case, it took about 8 business days to resolve, and I got all my back payments in one lump sum once it was cleared. One thing that helped me was making sure to check my ESD messages every single day - they sometimes request additional documents or clarification through the messaging system rather than calling. Also, when I called, I made sure to have my claim number, Social Security number, and all the documents I'd uploaded ready to reference. The waiting is the worst part, but try to stay calm - this is actually a good sign that the system is working to protect your benefits from fraud!
Thanks for sharing your experience! 8 days doesn't sound too bad compared to some of the horror stories I've been reading. I'm definitely checking my ESD messages obsessively now - didn't realize they might ask for more stuff through there. Did you have to resubmit any documents or was it pretty straightforward once you got through the initial review?
I'm dealing with something similar right now - had to change my bank info last week and now I'm stuck in adjudication too. It's really reassuring to see so many people saying this is normal, even though it's incredibly stressful when you're living paycheck to paycheck. I've been checking my ESD account multiple times a day and filing my weekly claims like everyone suggested. The worst part is not knowing exactly when it'll be resolved. Has anyone had success getting a timeline estimate when they called the adjudication line? I'm trying to decide if I should call now or wait a few more days.
I'd call sooner rather than later! When I called the adjudication line (833-572-8400), they couldn't give me an exact timeline but they could see where my case was in the queue and confirm that all my documents looked good. The agent also made a note on my account that I had previously been verified, which seemed to help speed things up. Even if they can't give you a definitive answer, at least you'll know if there are any issues with your documents that might be holding things up. The wait times on that line are definitely better than the main ESD number, so it's worth a shot!
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my freind did appeal in january took almost 10 weeks!! but she won and got all back pay. bring all ur evidence to hearing they wont believe u otherwise
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Diego Castillo
•That's so long! Glad she eventually won though. What kind of evidence did she bring that helped her case?
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A Man D Mortal
•she had emails showing when she worked and bank statements. judge was impressed she was so organized. make sure u have everything in order by date!
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Ana Rusula
I'm in a similar boat right now - filed my appeal 2 weeks ago for a disqualification and still waiting to hear back from OAH. The stress is killing me! Reading through everyone's experiences here is both helpful and terrifying. Some people got hearings in 3-4 weeks, others waited months. I've been keeping meticulous records of everything since filing the appeal and continuing to file my weekly claims like everyone suggests. Does anyone know if the current wait times are longer than usual because of the holidays or is this just the normal pace? Also wondering if anyone has tips for staying sane during this waiting period - the uncertainty is the worst part.
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