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did ur employer say theyre gonna fight ur claim?? mine did and thats y it took so long, they have to interview both sides when theres a disagreement
I have no idea if they're fighting it. I haven't heard anything from ESD at all since I applied. How would I even know if my employer is contesting it?
u prolly wont kno until esd contacts u for the interview. but if ur still pending after 6 weeks then yeah ur employer probs said something to make them look closer at ur case. just my experience
I'm an employment attorney and can offer some general guidance (though this isn't legal advice for your specific situation). In Washington, for misconduct to disqualify you from benefits, it generally needs to be connected to your work. The burden is on the employer to prove misconduct. Since you mentioned a bar fight that resulted in a misdemeanor, the adjudicator will evaluate: 1. Whether your employer had a specific policy about off-duty conduct 2. Whether your position was one of special trust or public visibility 3. Whether the incident created a direct impact on your employer's business You are smart to keep filing weekly claims. If approved, you'll receive backpay for all weeks claimed. Continue your job search activities and document them thoroughly - you need at least 3 job search activities per week. Given the complexity of your case, you might consider contacting the Unemployment Law Project (unemploymentlawproject.org) for free legal assistance if you receive a denial.
Thank you for the detailed information. I didn't know about the Unemployment Law Project - I'll bookmark that site in case I need it. I'm documenting all my job search activities and keeping screenshots of applications. Is there anything specific I should be documenting about the termination itself that might help my case?
@Lucas Parker For documentation, I d'suggest keeping records of: 1 Your) termination letter/paperwork showing the exact reason given, 2 Your) employee handbook or code of conduct policy they referenced, 3 Any) communications about the incident with HR or management, 4 Documentation) that the incident occurred outside work hours and location, 5 Your) clean disciplinary record/performance reviews. Also, if you have any witnesses who can attest to your good work performance or character, get their contact info. The more you can show the disconnect between your off-work incident and your job performance, the stronger your case will be.
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Here's the official answer from ESD policy: You can't receive PFL and UI benefits for the same week, but you can apply for UI before your PFL ends if your last day of work has already occurred. Your UI claim effective date will be the Sunday of the week after your PFL benefits end. Make sure you answer "no" to "Were you physically able and available for work each day?" on your weekly UI claim for any days you were still on PFL. This prevents overlapping benefits while still getting your claim started early.
Thank you for this specific information! This is exactly what I was hoping for - a way to get the application started before the gap happens. I'll make sure to answer those weekly claim questions correctly to avoid any benefit overlap issues.
You're welcome! Just be prepared that your first UI payment likely won't arrive immediately after your PFL ends. There's usually a processing period of 2-3 weeks for new claims, sometimes longer if there's any need for adjudication. Budget accordingly if possible.
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, but it sounds like you're being proactive about the transition. Based on what others have shared, it looks like you can start the UI application process even while still on PFL, as long as your last day of work has already occurred (which it has since your position was eliminated). The key is making sure you don't claim benefits for overlapping weeks. I'd also recommend keeping detailed records of when your PFL ends and when you become available for work, since ESD will need those exact dates. The fact that your employer eliminated your position while you were on protected leave should work in your favor for eligibility. Good luck with everything!
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One last thing - if you run into any issues with your claim after the move, document everything. Keep screenshots of your address updates and any correspondence with Washington ESD.
Great advice! I'll make sure to keep records of all the changes I make.
Yeah, having documentation saved me when there was a mix-up with my case. Better safe than sorry.
I went through the exact same thing when I moved from Bellingham to Vancouver! The most important thing is updating your address in your SecureAccess Washington account right away - don't wait. Also make sure to register with WorkSourceWA in your new area and update your job search preferences to reflect Spokane opportunities. I was worried it would be complicated but it was actually pretty straightforward once I got everything updated. The key is just being proactive about it. Good luck with your move and job search!
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Pro tip: screenshot your weekly claim confirmation page every time you file. Helps if there are ever any disputes about timing or missed claims.
Smart! I'll start doing that. Better to have documentation just in case.
Yes! I keep all my unemployment paperwork organized. You never know when you might need to reference something.
Hey Austin! I totally get the anxiety about waiting for that first payment. I've been there too and it's nerve-wracking when you're counting on the money. From my experience, Washington ESD is pretty consistent with their Tuesday/Wednesday payment schedule once you're in the system. Since your claim shows "paid" status, that's actually a really good sign - it means everything processed correctly on their end. The delay you're seeing is likely just the normal banking processing time. Most people I know with direct deposit see their payments hit Tuesday morning, but it can vary slightly depending on your bank. Hang in there - it should show up soon!
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never did find out the exact reason. just got an email one day saying my payment had been processed and it was back to normal
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I'm dealing with something similar right now - my claim has been showing pending $0 for about 3 days after I reported some freelance work I did. It's really stressful when you're counting on that money! From reading through all these responses, it sounds like it's pretty common and usually resolves within a week or two. I'm going to wait a few more days and if it doesn't clear up, I might try that Claimyr service people are mentioning since calling directly seems like a nightmare. Hang in there - sounds like most people eventually get their back pay once it's sorted out.
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