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Glad everything worked out for you! This is actually a really common concern, especially for first-time claimants. For anyone else reading this thread - it's also worth noting that some banks will show pending deposits earlier than others, so don't panic if you don't see it pending right away. The one-day delay for federal holidays is pretty standard across all government benefit programs. Setting up those calendar reminders is definitely the way to go!
Absolutely agree about the bank differences! I use a smaller local bank and they actually post my ESD payments a few hours earlier than my friends who bank with the big chains. It's definitely worth asking your bank about their ACH processing times if you're cutting it close with bills. Also pro tip - if you're ever in a real bind waiting for a holiday-delayed payment, some banks offer small emergency advances against pending direct deposits if you have a good relationship with them.
So relieved to see your update that the payment came through! I'm actually bookmarking this thread because I'm sure I'll be in the same situation at some point. The advice about checking your claim status on eServices to see if it shows "paid" is really helpful - that way you know it's just a banking delay and not something wrong with your claim. Also didn't know about the text alerts for holidays, definitely signing up for those. Thanks everyone for being so helpful to a fellow claimant! 🙏
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Great thread here! Just wanted to add one more tip from my experience - when you're doing your weekly claims and reporting vacation pay, make sure to save screenshots or print copies of your submissions. I had a situation where Washington ESD claimed I didn't report some vacation pay correctly, and having those records saved me from having to pay back benefits. The online system can be glitchy sometimes, so documentation is your friend!
This is excellent advice! I never would have thought to save screenshots of my weekly claims, but that could really save you if there's ever a dispute. The Washington ESD system definitely has its quirks, so having that paper trail seems really smart. Thanks for sharing this tip!
I just went through this exact same situation a few months ago! Had about 60 hours of vacation pay coming after getting laid off. The key thing is to file your claim immediately - don't wait for the vacation pay to run out. I made the mistake of waiting a week thinking I should, and it just delayed everything unnecessarily. When you do your weekly claims, just be completely honest about the vacation pay amounts and dates you receive them. Washington ESD's system will automatically calculate how it affects your benefits. The vacation pay didn't cause any adjudication issues for me, and once it was done, my regular unemployment payments started right up. Also, keep really detailed records of everything - dates, amounts, pay stubs from the vacation payout. You'll thank yourself later if any questions come up!
This is really reassuring to hear from someone who just went through it! I was definitely overthinking whether to wait or file right away. Your point about keeping detailed records is spot on - I'm already starting a folder with all my layoff paperwork and will make sure to save everything related to the vacation payout too. Did you find the weekly claim process pretty straightforward once you got into the routine of reporting the vacation pay?
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FINAL UPDATE: I used Claimyr to get through to ESD this morning and explained the situation. The agent said since I reported my work hours correctly (including the holiday), the system just needed manual verification. She fixed it right on the call! Payment is being processed now. Thanks everyone for the help!
thx for updating us! good to know for future reference. the ESD system can be so touchy about the smallest things sometimes
Glad it worked out! For future reference, always try to be extra careful with holiday weeks. The ESD system tends to flag those for additional verification even with small discrepancies.
Great to hear it all worked out! This is a perfect example of why it's worth reaching out to ESD when you're unsure about something on your claim. I've learned that their system can be pretty sensitive to any inconsistencies, even minor ones. Thanks for sharing your experience - it'll definitely help others who run into similar situations with holiday reporting!
Absolutely agree! Sophie's experience really shows how helpful it can be to just call and clarify rather than stress about it. I've been putting off calling ESD about a question on my own claim, but seeing how quickly they resolved this is encouraging me to just pick up the phone. The system definitely seems designed to catch even small inconsistencies for review.
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Final thought - this is exactly why we have unemployment insurance. To protect workers when employers don't follow the rules. You paid into this system through your work, you deserve the benefits.
Thanks everyone for all the advice and support. I feel much better about my chances now and know what steps to take.
Good luck with your claim! Keep us posted on how it goes.
This is unfortunately a common issue with smaller employers who either don't understand their obligations or try to cut corners. The good news is that Washington ESD has seen this before and has processes in place to handle it. You'll need to gather all your employment documentation - pay stubs, W-2s, bank deposits showing your paychecks, any employment contracts or offer letters. Even text messages or emails from your boss can help establish the employment relationship. The investigation process typically takes 4-6 weeks, but your benefits will be backdated to your original filing date once approved. Keep filing your weekly claims during the investigation period and don't let them make you feel like this is your fault - your employer had a legal obligation to pay unemployment taxes and their failure to do so doesn't disqualify you from benefits you've earned.
This is really helpful information, thank you! I'm feeling overwhelmed by all the documentation I need to gather but at least now I have a clear roadmap of what to do. The fact that benefits get backdated is a huge relief since I was worried about losing weeks of payments while they investigate.
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I went through something similar last year. My sister missed work for 2 days without calling due to a mental health crisis and initially got denied benefits. But she appealed with documentation from her therapist and hospital records, and Washington ESD eventually approved her claim. The key was proving it wasn't willful misconduct but rather circumstances beyond her control. Your coworker should definitely file - even if it seems hopeless, stranger things have happened. The worst they can say is no, but if she doesn't try, the answer is automatically no.
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Ryan Vasquez
•That's really encouraging to hear about your sister's case! Mental health crises are definitely circumstances beyond someone's control. It sounds like having the right documentation made all the difference in her appeal. I'll make sure to tell my coworker that even if she gets initially denied, the appeal process could still work in her favor if she has any documentation to support extenuating circumstances.
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Dylan Wright
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - my roommate got fired for no call no show but she had a legitimate medical emergency. From what I've learned reading through all these responses, it really comes down to whether there were circumstances beyond her control and if she has documentation to prove it. Even though the odds might not be great for typical no call no show cases, Washington ESD does evaluate each situation individually. The consensus here seems to be that she should definitely file anyway since there's nothing to lose by trying. If she gets denied, she can always appeal with any evidence she might have. The whole process might take a while but it's better than not trying at all.
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Destiny Bryant
•That's exactly what I've gathered from everyone's advice too. It really seems like Washington ESD looks at each case individually, especially when there are documented emergencies or circumstances beyond someone's control. I hope your roommate's medical emergency situation works out better than a typical no call no show case. Having medical documentation should definitely help her case during the adjudication process. Thanks for reinforcing that the key takeaway is just to file and see what happens - there's really no downside to trying.
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