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Will do! Filed my claim this morning so now I wait. Thanks again everyone for the help and encouragement.
Fingers crossed for you! Usually takes about 2-3 weeks for a decision if there are no complications.
Just wanted to add that Washington state's unemployment system is actually more generous than many other states when it comes to fired employees. The burden of proof is on the employer to show misconduct, not on you to prove you weren't at fault. Since you mentioned no formal write-ups or warnings, that works in your favor. Performance issues without progressive discipline rarely qualify as misconduct. File your claim ASAP - you can always appeal if they deny it, but you can't get back those weeks you didn't file for.
That's really encouraging to hear! I was worried that being fired would automatically count against me, but it sounds like Washington state actually protects workers better than I thought. The fact that I never had any formal warnings or disciplinary action should definitely help my case. I already filed this morning after reading all the advice here, so now I'm just crossing my fingers and waiting. Thanks for pointing out that the burden is on them to prove misconduct - that makes me feel more confident about my chances.
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The system is definitely slow but hang in there. Most people do eventually get approved and the back pay helps make up for the delay. Just make sure you're responding to any requests quickly and filing your weekly claims on time.
Thanks for the encouragement. It's good to hear that most people do get approved eventually.
Yeah the waiting sucks but at least when it comes through you get everything you were owed.
Just wanted to add some hope for those still waiting - I got my first payment yesterday after exactly 3 weeks from filing my initial claim. I was laid off from my tech job in early January and filed the same day. The key things that seemed to help: I responded to every request within 24 hours, kept filing my weekly claims religiously even while waiting, and made sure all my employer information was accurate from the start. My claim showed "under review" for most of the time with no updates, then suddenly switched to "paid" on Tuesday and the money hit my account Wednesday morning via direct deposit. For those dealing with delays, it really seems like getting in touch with an agent (whether through regular calling or services like Claimyr) can help identify what's holding things up. The uncertainty is brutal but most people do get approved eventually!
Thank you so much for sharing your timeline and experience! This is really reassuring. I'm the original poster and I'm on day 12 now since filing. My status still shows "under review" just like yours did, so it sounds like I'm hopefully on the normal track. I've been doing everything you mentioned - responding quickly to any requests (though I haven't gotten any yet), filing my weekly claims on time, and double-checked that all my employer info was correct. The obsessive checking is real though! I probably look at my account 5 times a day hoping something changed. Really appreciate you taking the time to give hope to those of us still waiting.
@Mia Roberts Hang in there! I was in your exact shoes just a few weeks ago - the daily checking becomes almost compulsive when you re'worried about bills. Since you re'at day 12 and everything sounds like it s'been handled correctly on your end, you re'right in that sweet spot where it could flip to paid "any" day now. One thing that helped my anxiety was setting specific times to check like (morning and evening instead) of constantly refreshing. The tech industry layoffs have been brutal lately but at least Washington s'system seems to be processing most straightforward claims within that 2-3 week window. You ve'got this!
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Another option if you want peace of mind is to use Claimyr to call Washington ESD and verify the appeal status on your claim. They can get you through to someone who can check if any appeals have been filed. Much easier than trying to navigate the phone system yourself.
That's actually a really smart idea. Better to know for sure rather than just worrying about it.
Yeah I might look into that. The uncertainty is killing me.
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now where my former employer is making threats about appealing my unemployment claim. From what I've researched, Washington ESD is pretty strict about that 30-day deadline, but employers can sometimes get extensions if they can prove they never received proper notice. The good news is that even if they do appeal, you'll keep receiving benefits during the process as long as you continue filing your weekly claims. Since you have documentation showing it was a layoff due to budget cuts rather than a firing for cause, you should be in a strong position if it comes to a hearing. Don't let your employer intimidate you - you're entitled to these benefits!
I'm going through something similar too - my former employer is also making threats about appealing even though my separation was clearly documented as a layoff. It's so stressful dealing with these intimidation tactics on top of already being unemployed. What I've learned from reading through this thread is that having solid documentation is key, and the 30-day deadline really does matter. I'm keeping all my paperwork organized just in case. Thanks for the encouragement - we've got to stick together and not let employers bully us out of benefits we're legally entitled to!
I've been following this thread and it's really helpful to see everyone's experiences! I'm actually in a similar boat - my employer laid me off three months ago citing "restructuring" but now they're angry that I'm getting benefits. What's crazy is they keep flip-flopping between saying I was laid off versus fired, which just shows they don't have their story straight. From everything I've read here, it sounds like the key is having that paper trail. I saved my layoff letter and all the emails about the company restructuring, so hopefully that'll be enough if they try anything. It's ridiculous that we have to deal with this stress when we're already struggling to find new jobs!
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Remember that even with training benefits, you usually have to maintain satisfactory progress in your program and might have to pay back benefits if you don't complete it. Just something to keep in mind.
Good point. I'm committed to finishing the program so that shouldn't be an issue, but it's important to know about those requirements upfront.
I went through a similar situation a few years ago when I wanted to transition into healthcare. What saved me was finding out about the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funding through my local American Job Center. It's different from regular unemployment but can provide financial support while you're in approved training programs. The key is that nursing is often considered a high-demand occupation, so you might have better luck with WIOA than trying to get unemployment after quitting. I'd suggest visiting your local WorkSource office in person - they can walk you through all the different funding options available and help you apply before you leave your current job. Don't give up on your nursing dreams!
This is exactly the kind of information I was hoping to find! I hadn't heard of WIOA funding before. Do you know if there are income requirements or other qualifications I need to meet? And did you have to commit to working in a specific area after completing your training? I'm definitely going to visit WorkSource in person - seems like there are so many programs I didn't even know existed.
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This has been really educational. I had no idea the unemployment system was so complex. Seems like there are a lot of ways to accidentally disqualify yourself if you don't know the rules.
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NeonNebula
•Absolutely! I came here with a simple question and learned way more than I expected. Really glad I asked before making any decisions about my job.
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Sofia Ramirez
•That's exactly why forums like this are so valuable. The official information is hard to understand but real people can explain it in plain English.
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Taylor Chen
Thanks everyone for all the detailed info! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I had no idea about the base period calculation or that quitting voluntarily would disqualify me. Definitely going to use that benefit calculator on the ESD website to see where I stand, and I'll make sure to have a solid plan before making any job changes. Really appreciate this community sharing their experiences - saved me from potentially making a costly mistake!
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