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Final thought - remember that even if your claim takes a while to process, you'll get paid retroactively from your filing date once approved. So those weeks aren't lost, just delayed.
That's helpful to remember. Thanks everyone for all the advice and encouragement!
I'm in a similar situation - filed about 10 days ago and seeing the same "under review" status. Reading through all these responses is actually really helpful. It sounds like 2-4 weeks is pretty normal for first-time claims, and I'm glad to know about keeping up with the weekly filings even while waiting. The job search tracking requirement is good to know too - I'll start documenting everything on WorkSourceWA right away. Thanks for asking this question, it's exactly what I needed to see!
Welcome to the waiting game! I filed my claim about 3 weeks ago and just got approved yesterday, so there's definitely light at the end of the tunnel. One thing I learned from this thread is to really stay on top of those weekly claim filings - even though it feels pointless when you're not getting paid yet, you don't want to miss any weeks. Also, if you haven't already, make sure you check your correspondence inbox on the ESD website regularly. Sometimes they send requests for additional info that can hold up your claim if you don't respond quickly. The job search logging on WorkSourceWA is super important too - I wish I'd started that earlier. Good luck with your claim!
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UPDATE: The money just hit my account this morning (Monday)! So it took about 3 business days from when the claim showed 'paid' on the ESD website to when it actually appeared in my bank account. Thanks everyone for the help and reassurance!
awesome! glad it worked out!
Great news! Now you know what to expect for future payments. They should follow a similar schedule going forward.
So happy to hear you got your money! That 3-day timeline seems pretty standard from what I've seen here. For anyone else reading this who might be in a similar situation - don't panic if it takes a few business days after ESD shows "paid" status. The system is slow but it does work eventually. Congrats on finally getting through the approval process after 8 weeks, that must have been incredibly stressful!
Thank you! It really was stressful - especially not knowing if or when it would get resolved. I'm just relieved it's finally over and the money is actually in my account. Hopefully this thread helps others who are going through the same waiting game. The 3-day timeline does seem to be the norm based on everyone's experiences here.
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Filing today after reading all this advice. Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences - makes the whole process feel less overwhelming.
Good luck with your claim! Remember to keep filing those weekly claims once you get started.
Will do! Thanks for all the help.
I just went through this process last month after getting laid off from my construction job. Filed my claim on the Tuesday after my last day of work and had zero issues. The online application took about 20 minutes once I had all my info ready. My advice is don't overthink it - just file as soon as you can and make sure you have your employment history for the past 18 months handy. The waiting week goes by fast and then you'll start getting benefits if you keep up with your weekly claims. Also, set up direct deposit right away so you don't have to wait for checks in the mail.
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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!
Zara Ahmed
Just want to add that every situation is unique, so what worked for others might not be exactly the same for you. But at least now you have a good foundation of knowledge to work with when you talk to Washington ESD.
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CosmicCommander
•Absolutely. I feel like I at least know the right questions to ask now, which is half the battle.
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Nick Kravitz
I'm a new parent myself and went through a similar situation recently. One thing I learned that might help is to check if your employer offers any kind of severance package or extended health benefits that could bridge the gap between your layoff and when you're ready to return to work. Also, Washington state has some great resources for new parents - there are WIC programs, childcare assistance, and other support services that might be helpful during this transition period. The timing is really tricky with pregnancy and layoffs, but you have more options than you might think. Don't hesitate to reach out to local family resource centers too - they often have navigators who can help you understand all the different programs available.
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