thats great news!! hope it all works out for you - and i might try that service too since im still fighting with esd about some overpayment nonsense from 2 months ago ugh

Congrats on getting through to ESD! That's awesome that you were able to get clarity on both the partial unemployment AND the training benefits. For anyone else reading this thread - healthcare administration is definitely a smart choice since it's high-demand in WA. I went through a similar situation a few years back when I was in a medical coding program and my retail hours got slashed. The combination of partial UI + training benefits really helped me get through school without going into major debt. Make sure to keep copies of everything you submit to ESD - they sometimes "lose" paperwork and you'll want to have backups ready to resubmit if needed.

Good luck with whatever you decide to do. Toxic work environments are no joke and sometimes your mental health is more important than a paycheck. Just make sure you have a plan before you make any big moves.

I went through something very similar about a year ago - started a job, realized it was a terrible fit with management issues, and was terrified about my unemployment eligibility. What really helped me was contacting an employment attorney for a free consultation. They explained that Washington is pretty worker-friendly when it comes to constructive dismissal (basically being forced to quit due to intolerable conditions). If you're documenting the inappropriate behavior and hostile environment, you may have stronger protections than you think. Also, consider reaching out to your state's labor department about the harassment - sometimes having an official complaint on file can strengthen your case if you do need to quit. Don't let a bad supervisor destroy your mental health, but definitely get your ducks in a row first.

Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I'm going to file for unemployment tomorrow and just be completely honest about my situation. Fingers crossed it works out!

I just wanted to chime in as someone who successfully navigated this exact situation last year. I was receiving partial disability through L&I after a back injury and my employer cut my hours from 40 to about 12 per week. The key things that helped me get approved for both benefits were: 1) Having clear medical documentation that I could work with restrictions (not that I couldn't work at all), 2) Being very specific in my UI application about my work limitations but emphasizing my availability within those limits, and 3) reporting my L&I payments accurately on every weekly claim. Yes, they did reduce my UI benefits dollar-for-dollar, but I still ended up with more total income than just the disability alone. The adjudication process took about 6 weeks, which was stressful, but it was worth it in the end. Make sure you register with WorkSource right away and keep up with your job search requirements - that's something they really scrutinize. Happy to answer any specific questions if it would help!

Bottom line - job abandonment doesn't automatically disqualify you if you had good cause. File your claim, be honest about the circumstances, and don't be afraid to appeal if you get denied initially. You might be surprised by the outcome.

I went through something similar about 6 months ago. The key thing to remember is that Washington state recognizes "constructive dismissal" - basically when working conditions are so bad that any reasonable person would have to quit. Mental health impacts from a hostile work environment absolutely count as good cause. When you file your claim, focus on specific incidents and how they affected your ability to do your job safely. Even without formal HR complaints, you can still build a strong case. Document everything you can remember now - dates, what was said, how it made you feel, any physical symptoms like anxiety or insomnia. I ended up getting approved after initially being denied, and the back pay helped a lot during my job search.

Yeah there is a fee, but honestly it was worth it to finally get through and get accurate information instead of guessing or getting conflicting advice online.

I've been dealing with Washington ESD for a few months now and wanted to share what I learned about the weeks calculation. The maximum is indeed 26 weeks, but it's based on a formula that considers your earnings in your base year. What really helped me understand my situation was looking at my quarterly wage report on the ESD website - it breaks down exactly which quarters they used and how much I earned in each. If you're unsure about your qualification, I'd recommend checking that wage history first before trying to call them. It gives you a clearer picture of what to expect.