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Honorah King

When should I apply for Washington ESD unemployment after being laid off - timing question

Got laid off yesterday from my warehouse job and I'm not sure about the timing for filing my unemployment claim. Should I wait until next week or can I apply right away? I heard there's some kind of waiting period but I'm confused about whether that starts when I file or when I actually lost my job. My last day of work was Tuesday and I want to make sure I don't mess up the timing and lose out on benefits. Anyone know how this works with Washington ESD?

Update: I filed my claim this morning and got a confirmation number. Thanks everyone for the advice! The process was actually easier than I expected. Now I just need to wait for the determination letter.

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Awesome, glad you got it done. I'm going to file mine right after I finish gathering my employer information.

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Good luck! Don't overthink it - just be accurate and honest with your answers.

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This thread was really helpful. I'm in a similar situation and was confused about the timing. Filing my claim today instead of waiting until Monday like I originally planned.

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Same here! This community is really helpful for navigating all this unemployment stuff.

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Definitely. So much better than trying to figure it out from the official website alone.

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Dylan Cooper

How is my Washington ESD unemployment calculated - confused about benefit amount

I just got approved for unemployment benefits and I'm trying to understand how Washington ESD calculated my weekly benefit amount. I made about $52,000 last year working as a warehouse supervisor, but my weekly benefit is only $357. I thought it would be higher based on my salary. Can someone explain how they figure out these amounts? I looked at my monetary determination letter but the math doesn't make sense to me.

If your benefit seems wrong, don't wait to question it. I waited 6 weeks before contacting ESD about an error and it took forever to get it fixed retroactively.

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How did you finally get it resolved? Did you have to appeal or just call them?

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I had to call and provide documentation. Took multiple calls but they eventually corrected it and paid me the back pay I was owed.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I'm going to check my monetary determination against my pay stubs and if there are discrepancies, I'll try using Claimyr to get through to an ESD agent. This thread has been super helpful.

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Good luck! Hope you get it sorted out quickly.

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Oscar Murphy

Who handles unemployment claims at Washington ESD - confused about the process

I'm really confused about who actually handles unemployment claims at Washington ESD. I filed my initial claim 2 weeks ago and it's been sitting in adjudication. When I call the main number, they just tell me to wait. Are there different departments that handle different parts of the process? Like who decides if you get approved or denied? And who handles appeals if you disagree? I'm trying to figure out if I'm calling the right people or if there's someone specific I should be talking to about my claim status.

Just to follow up on my earlier comment about Claimyr - I ended up using them again last month when I had issues with my weekly claim certification. Really helped cut through the phone tree confusion and got me to someone who could actually help with my specific issue.

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I'm definitely going to check that out. This thread has been super helpful in understanding the process, but it sounds like getting to the right person is still the biggest challenge.

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Exactly. Understanding the process is half the battle, but actually reaching the right department is the other half. Good luck with your claim!

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Hope this all gets resolved for you soon! The waiting is the worst part of the whole unemployment process.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. At least now I understand who does what and have some strategies for getting through to the right people.

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Luca Romano

Can you get unemployment if you get fired for performance issues in Washington?

Got terminated last Friday after being with my company for 2 years. They said it was due to not meeting performance expectations but I feel like they never gave me proper training or clear goals. My supervisor was always vague about what I needed to improve and I tried my best with what I had. Can I still file for Washington ESD unemployment benefits even though I was fired? I'm really worried they'll deny my claim because of the termination reason.

One thing to keep in mind - if your employer contests your claim (which they might), be prepared for the adjudication process to take longer. But don't let that discourage you from filing. You have nothing to lose by applying.

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It varies. Some do it automatically, others only if they think they have a strong case for misconduct. Either way, the process is designed to be fair to both sides.

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My employer contested mine but I still got approved. Washington ESD does their own investigation regardless of what the employer claims.

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Just to echo what others have said - file immediately. The worst thing that can happen is they say no, but there's a good chance they'll approve you. Performance issues are usually not considered disqualifying misconduct in Washington state.

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Thank you to everyone who responded. This has been incredibly helpful and reassuring. I'm filing first thing Monday morning.

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Good for you! And remember, even if there are hiccups in the process, don't give up. The system is there to help people in situations like yours.

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Sophia Bennett

What is the maximum unemployment benefit amount in Washington ESD?

I'm trying to figure out what the highest weekly unemployment benefit I can get from Washington ESD. My wages were pretty good before I got laid off and I want to make sure I'm getting the right amount. Does anyone know what the maximum weekly benefit is for 2025? Also wondering if there's a cap on how much total money you can collect over the entire claim period.

Just wanted to confirm that the 26 weeks maximum is for regular unemployment. If there are any special programs or extensions due to economic conditions, those would be separate and additional.

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Correct. The 26 weeks is the standard duration for regular UI benefits in Washington. Extended benefits only kick in during high unemployment periods, which we're not in right now.

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Good to know. Hopefully I won't need anywhere near 26 weeks to find something new.

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been trying to reach washington esd about my benefit amount for weeks now. calling first thing in the morning, during lunch, different days of the week. nothing works!

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Same struggle here! I finally used Claimyr after someone on Reddit mentioned it. They called Washington ESD for me and got me connected to an agent who answered all my questions about the benefit calculation. Definitely recommend checking out their website - claimyr.com has all the info.

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