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One more thing about that Claimyr service - if you need to check on the status of your appeal or have questions about next steps, it's way easier than trying to get through to Washington ESD the regular way. I've recommended it to several people dealing with appeals and they've all had good experiences.
How much does it cost? I'm tight on money right now obviously.
I'd rather not discuss pricing here but check their website. For me it was worth it to avoid the stress of calling Washington ESD repeatedly.
Good luck with your appeal! Hostile work environment cases can definitely be won if you have solid documentation. Just stay organized and don't let Washington ESD intimidate you - you have rights as an unemployed worker.
Thank you everyone for all the advice! I feel much more confident about writing my appeal letter now. I'm going to start working on it tonight.
You've got this! Remember to keep it factual and professional, and don't forget that certified mail.
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One more denial reason people forget about - if you're still technically employed but just had your hours reduced, you might be eligible for partial benefits. But if Washington ESD finds out you turned down available hours at your current job, that could disqualify you.
This happened to my sister. Her boss offered her more hours but she said no because of childcare, then got denied for partial benefits.
Childcare issues can sometimes qualify as good cause for refusing work, but you have to document it properly and show you're actively looking for solutions.
Bottom line: even if you think you might get denied, it's usually worth applying anyway. The worst they can say is no, and you might be surprised. I thought I'd get denied for voluntary quit but they approved me because I had good cause (unsafe working conditions).
Thanks everyone for all the detailed info! I think I'll apply and see what happens. Sounds like there are more exceptions and appeals options than I realized.
Good luck! Make sure to document everything about your job separation and be completely honest on your application. Washington ESD will verify information with your employer anyway.
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I calculated my benefit amount wrong initially because I forgot about some part-time work I did. Make sure you include ALL your earnings from the base year, even small amounts from temporary jobs.
That retail job I mentioned was only 6 months but I should definitely include those earnings. Thanks for the reminder!
Yes! Every bit of reported income counts toward your base year wages and could increase your benefit amount.
If you need to talk to Washington ESD about your specific calculation, I'd recommend trying Claimyr again. I was skeptical at first but it really does work better than calling directly. Got through in about 15 minutes when I needed to clarify some base year wage issues.
Several people have mentioned that service now. Might be worth trying if I run into issues when I file my claim.
Yeah, especially for benefit calculation questions where you need specific answers about your situation. The generic online info only goes so far.
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Remember that your benefit amount also determines how long you can collect - you get a certain number of weeks based on your total benefit year amount divided by your weekly benefit.
So a higher weekly benefit actually means fewer weeks of coverage?
Not exactly - it's more complex than that. Most people get up to 26 weeks regardless, but the total dollar amount available varies based on your earnings history.
Bottom line: if you think Washington ESD made an error, appeal it. If the calculation seems right based on your actual earnings during the base period, that's probably what you'll get. Either way, file your weekly claims on time to avoid delays.
Thanks everyone for all the explanations. I think I have a better understanding now of how this all works, even if I don't love the amount I'm getting.
You're welcome! The system is definitely confusing but once you understand the basics it makes more sense. Good luck with your job search!
Yuki Watanabe
One more thing - if you do file and get approved, don't forget to report any part-time work or odd jobs. Even small amounts of income need to be reported on your weekly claims or you could get hit with an overpayment later.
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Freya Andersen
•Thanks for all the advice everyone. This has been really helpful in understanding how it all works.
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Carmen Sanchez
•Good luck whatever you decide to do. The system isn't perfect but at least now you know what to expect.
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Andre Dupont
If you do need to call Washington ESD about anything, definitely check out that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. I finally got through to an agent last week after trying for a month on my own. Sometimes you just need that extra help to navigate their phone system.
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Freya Andersen
•I'll keep that in mind if I end up needing to call them. Sounds like their phone system is pretty frustrating to deal with.
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