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Hope you get good news soon! The wait is always nerve-wracking but most people's claims do get approved eventually.
Thank you! I'm feeling more optimistic after reading everyone's responses here.
I'm in a similar situation - filed my claim 2.5 weeks ago and still waiting for approval. It's really stressful not knowing when it will come through, especially with bills piling up. From what I'm reading here, it sounds like 3-4 weeks is pretty typical for Washington ESD lately, even for straightforward layoff cases. I've been keeping up with my weekly claims like everyone suggests. Has anyone found that checking the SecureAccess Washington account multiple times a day actually helps, or should I try to just check it once a week to preserve my sanity?
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Update us when you hear back! Would be good to know how it turns out. I think you have a decent chance of getting approved based on what you've described.
Will do! Fingers crossed it works out. This thread has been really helpful for understanding the process.
Based on what you've described, you have a good chance of getting approved. Chronic tardiness due to transportation issues typically isn't considered willful misconduct by Washington ESD, especially if you were making efforts to fix the problem. The fact that you were honest on your application works in your favor too. I went through a similar situation last year - got fired for attendance issues related to childcare problems and still got approved after about 3 weeks of adjudication. The key is that you were still showing up to work, just late, which shows you weren't abandoning your job duties. Keep filing your weekly claims while you wait and stay positive!
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This was a really helpful thread. I've been working for about 18 months with a 2-month gap in the middle and was also unsure about applying. Now I know I should definitely give it a try.
18 months should definitely be enough to meet the wage requirements, assuming you were earning a reasonable amount. Go for it!
Thanks for the encouragement! I'll apply next week.
Just want to add that I was in almost the exact same situation as you - worked about 15 months with gaps between jobs and was terrified to apply because I thought there was some 2-year continuous work requirement. Turns out that's completely wrong! I applied last fall and got approved pretty quickly. The base period wage calculation is actually pretty straightforward once you understand it's about total earnings in specific quarters, not continuous employment. Don't psych yourself out like I did - if you earned over $1,090 during your base period (which sounds like you definitely did), you should be good to go. The application itself is pretty user-friendly too.
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Bottom line: if you worked consistently for the past year or so, were laid off or fired for non-misconduct reasons, and can actively look for work, you probably qualify. The Washington ESD website has an eligibility tool that can give you a preliminary assessment before you file.
Where exactly is this eligibility tool on their website? I've been looking for something like that.
It should be on the main Washington ESD unemployment page, but their website navigation isn't great. Try searching for 'eligibility calculator' or 'benefit estimator' on their site.
Based on what you've described - working for 18 months and potentially being laid off due to company downsizing - you should likely qualify for Washington unemployment benefits. The key things to verify: 1) Your wages during the base period meet the minimum requirements (at least $5,400 total or $3,600 in your highest quarter plus 1.5x that amount overall), 2) The layoff is truly due to downsizing and not misconduct on your part, and 3) You're able to work full-time and actively search for jobs. Since you've been employed consistently for 18 months, the wage requirement shouldn't be an issue. I'd recommend filing as soon as you're laid off - don't wait thinking you need to job search first, as there's a waiting week anyway. Just make sure to register with WorkSource right away and be prepared to document your job search activities from week one.
QuantumQueen
I went through this exact situation about 6 months ago. Filed for partial benefits while working 20 hours a week. My employer got the form, we had a brief conversation about it, and that was it. No drama, no problems. You'll probably find it's much less stressful than you're imagining.
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Amina Toure
•Thank you! That's really reassuring to hear from someone who's been through it recently.
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QuantumQueen
•You're welcome! I was just as worried as you are now, but it turned out to be no big deal at all.
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Isabella Oliveira
I just wanted to add that even though your employer will find out through the verification process, most reasonable employers actually appreciate knowing when their part-time employees are struggling financially. Some might even try to help by offering additional hours if they're available. I've seen this happen several times where filing for UI benefits actually opened up a conversation about getting more work. Don't let fear hold you back from getting the support you need!
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Zainab Ismail
•That's such a great perspective! I hadn't thought about it potentially opening up positive conversations with my employer. It's encouraging to hear that some employers actually become more supportive when they realize their employees are facing financial challenges. I think I've been overthinking this whole situation and focusing too much on the negative possibilities instead of considering that my employer might actually be understanding about it.
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