Been through this exact situation. The key is treating your resignation like you're building a legal case - document everything, follow proper procedures, and be prepared to clearly articulate why a reasonable person would have quit in your circumstances. Good luck!

This is such a difficult situation to navigate, especially when you're already stressed from a toxic work environment. One thing I'd add is to make sure you keep copies of everything in a safe place outside of work - don't rely on your work email or computer since you might lose access once you resign. I'd also suggest consulting with an employment attorney if possible, even just for a brief consultation to understand your rights. Some offer free initial consultations and can help you understand whether your situation truly meets the "good cause" standard before you take the leap. The financial uncertainty during the adjudication process is real, so having a solid emergency fund and a clear job search plan is crucial.

UPDATE: I finally got through to ESD using the Claimyr service (thanks for that recommendation). Turns out it WAS a combined wage issue! My Oregon wages weren't showing up in their system because I answered a question wrong on my initial application. The agent was able to fix it right there on the phone and said my claim should update in 3-5 business days and switch back to processing. She also said I'll still get all my back weeks once it's approved. Such a relief!

Wow, what a journey! This thread is super helpful for anyone dealing with interstate claims. I'm actually in a similar boat - filed 6 weeks ago after moving from California to Washington and my claim is still "pending" with no updates. Reading through all this makes me think I might have the same combined wage issue. Did the ESD agent mention how common this problem is? It seems like their system should automatically flag when someone has worked in multiple states instead of just marking claims as invalid with zero explanation.

Just remember that even though Washington ESD pays the benefits, the money ultimately comes from a system that employers pay into. It's not charity or welfare - it's insurance that was paid for on your behalf throughout your employment.

I went through this exact situation two years ago when my retail company closed all their Washington locations. The process was actually pretty smooth - filed online the day after my last shift and got approved within about 10 days. Just make sure you have your Social Security number, employment dates, and employer contact info ready when you file. The key thing to remember is that Washington ESD handles everything once you submit your claim - your employer has already paid their part through the unemployment insurance taxes they've been contributing all along. Don't stress too much about it, business closures are one of the most straightforward unemployment cases.

Just went through this exact same situation moving from Oregon to WA in January! Here's what worked for me: I started online like everyone's saying, but the key is calling within 24-48 hours of filing your initial claim. Don't wait weeks like I did initially. When you call, specifically ask them to "initiate a combined wage claim with Oregon" and have your Oregon employer details ready (company name, dates worked, approximate quarterly wages). The agent I spoke with said they see this WA/OR situation constantly and it's a pretty straightforward process once they manually trigger the interstate request. My Oregon wages came back in about 10 days and increased my weekly benefit amount significantly. Good luck!

Pro tip from someone who just went through this exact process in February: Call ESD early in the morning (right when they open at 8am) or late in the afternoon around 4pm. Those seem to be the best times to actually get through. Also, when you do get connected, ask the agent to give you a confirmation number for the interstate wage request - this way you can reference it if you need to call back. The whole process took about 3 weeks for me from initial filing to getting my first payment with the Oregon wages included. The waiting is frustrating but it's worth it because my benefit amount was almost double what it would have been with just WA wages!

Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! Sounds like I should just go ahead and file a new claim online and not overthink it. Appreciate all the advice about keeping good records and being thorough with employment history.

Just wanted to add that when you file your new claim, make sure you have your Social Security number, driver's license, and banking info for direct deposit ready. The application will ask for all of that upfront. Also, if you worked in multiple states since your last claim, you might need to file an interstate claim instead - the system will guide you through that if it applies. Good luck with your new application!