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One more thing - if you win your appeal, Washington ESD should also remove the misconduct determination from your record. That's important for future benefit claims. Make sure they do that as part of the decision.
Oh I didn't think about that. How do I make sure they clear my record?
The judge's decision should specify that the misconduct finding is overturned. If it doesn't say that explicitly, you can request clarification.
I'm dealing with a similar situation right now - got denied for "misconduct" after questioning some questionable practices at my workplace. Reading through everyone's responses here has been really helpful. It sounds like Washington ESD has a pretty specific legal standard for gross misconduct and refusing unsafe work definitely shouldn't meet that threshold. @Zara, your case sounds really strong especially with that employee handbook documentation. I'm also going to try that Claimyr service to actually get through to someone at ESD - the phone system has been impossible. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences, this community is invaluable when dealing with these bureaucratic nightmares.
@Malik, so sorry you're going through this too! It's really frustrating when employers try to twist legitimate workplace concerns into "misconduct." From what everyone's shared here, it sounds like we both have good grounds for appeal since questioning unsafe/questionable practices is usually protected. Definitely try the Claimyr thing - I'm planning to use it tomorrow to get through to ESD and ask some specific questions about my case. Keep us posted on how your appeal goes! This whole thread has made me feel so much more confident about fighting this.
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Bottom line - if you're dealing with harassment or unsafe conditions, you may have a case for benefits even after quitting voluntarily. But you need solid documentation and should be prepared for the process to take time. Don't let a bad situation get worse though - your mental health is important too.
That sounds like a smart approach. Take care of yourself and don't let anyone make you feel like you have to stay in an abusive situation.
Definitely recommend getting connected with ESD first. Having that conversation before you make any decisions can save you a lot of hassle later on.
I'm going through something similar right now and this thread has been incredibly helpful. One thing I learned from my research is that Washington does recognize "constructive discharge" - basically when working conditions become so intolerable that a reasonable person would feel compelled to quit. The key is showing that you made reasonable efforts to resolve the situation first and that quitting was your last resort. Document every incident with dates, times, witnesses if any, and keep records of any complaints you've made to HR or management. Even if HR was unhelpful, having that paper trail shows you tried to work within the system before leaving.
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For what it's worth, I think Washington's unemployment benefits are actually pretty decent compared to other states. The maximum here is higher than a lot of places and the fact that there's no state income tax helps too.
That's reassuring. Hopefully I won't need to find out firsthand but good to know the safety net exists.
Yeah Washington ESD gets a lot of criticism but the benefit amounts are actually fair. It's just the customer service and phone system that sucks.
One last thing - if you do get laid off and file for unemployment, consider it an opportunity to maybe learn new skills or get training. WorkSourceWA has some decent programs that might help you find better paying work when you're ready.
Exactly! Some training programs even count toward your job search requirements so you're killing two birds with one stone.
Thanks for all this info everyone! This thread has been super helpful. I feel way more prepared now if the layoffs actually happen. Sounds like the benefits should be decent enough to get by while I look for something new, and maybe I can use the time to upskill like you mentioned. Hopefully I won't need to use any of this but at least I know what to expect now.
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What payment method did you select? Direct deposit is always faster then the debit card in my experience. Card takes an extra day minimum.
I'm using direct deposit to my credit union. Based on everyone's comments, it sounds like I should expect it Wednesday most likely, regardless of filing at midnight.
Hey Zainab, I totally get the stress about needing that payment ASAP for rent - been there myself! Unfortunately, everyone's right that filing at midnight doesn't speed things up. I've been on UI for about 8 months now and have tried every possible filing time thinking it would help. ESD processes claims in batches regardless of submission order. That said, if you're using direct deposit and don't have any flags on your account, Wednesday is very likely based on what others are saying. I'd also echo the suggestion about contacting WorkSource for emergency rental assistance while you wait - many counties have programs specifically for people waiting on UI payments. Hang in there!
Elijah O'Reilly
The whole system is designed to make you give up. Stay persistent and keep filing weekly claims. Document everything in case you need to appeal later.
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Jacob Smithson
•Good point about documenting everything. I'll start keeping better records of all this.
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Amara Torres
•Screenshots are your friend. Save everything from your account while you can.
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Yuki Tanaka
I'm going through the exact same thing right now! My claim has been in adjudication for about 10 days and I'm starting to panic about bills. Reading through everyone's experiences here is actually really helpful - at least I know I'm not the only one dealing with this nightmare. The lack of communication from Washington ESD is the most frustrating part. I've been continuing to file my weekly claims like others suggested, but the uncertainty is really getting to me. Has anyone found any patterns in how long different types of adjudication issues take to resolve?
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