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Washington ESD customer service has gotten way better in the last couple years. Even if you don't need Claimyr, the regular phone lines are more manageable now than they used to be.
That's good to hear. I was dreading having to call them if I had issues.
Just wanted to add that the sooner you file, the sooner your waiting week starts. In Washington you have to serve one unpaid waiting week before benefits begin, so don't delay if you think you qualify.
Definitely filing tonight then. Thanks again everyone, this thread has been incredibly helpful!
Happy to help! Feel free to update us on how it goes.
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Been following this thread and wanted to add that timing matters too. File your claim as soon as possible after termination, don't wait around hoping things will work out.
Definitely noted. File immediately, got it.
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One final tip - keep checking your eServices account regularly for any correspondence from Washington ESD. They might request additional information or documentation, and you usually have a limited time to respond. Missing these requests can delay or deny your benefits.
I'll definitely stay on top of checking my account. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
You're welcome! Hope everything works out for you. The system can be confusing but most people who qualify do get approved eventually.
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Does the weekly benefit amount ever increase during your claim? Like if there's a cost of living adjustment or something?
No, your weekly benefit amount stays the same throughout your claim period. The state adjusts the maximum weekly benefit amount annually, but that only affects new claims filed after the adjustment.
Got it, that makes sense. So if I'm getting $400/week now, that's what I'll get for the whole 26 weeks.
I just want to add that if anyone is having trouble getting their questions answered by Washington ESD, there are resources out there. I was struggling for weeks until someone told me about Claimyr - they actually call Washington ESD for you and get you connected to a real person. Saved me hours of frustration.
That's the second time someone mentioned that service. Might be worth checking out if I run into issues.
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Alexander Zeus
good luck with your claim! remember that even if you get denied initially, you can always appeal the decision. don't give up if the first answer isn't what you want to hear
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Aiden Rodríguez
•thanks for the encouragement. hopefully it won't come to that but good to know
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Ava Kim
Just one final tip - once you do get approved and start receiving benefits, don't spend all your time just applying for jobs online. Try to mix in some in-person networking, job fairs, that kind of thing. It looks better for your job search log and you might actually find opportunities that aren't posted online.
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Aiden Rodríguez
•that's actually really good advice. i've been pretty much just looking online so far
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Emma Garcia
•WorkSourceWA also has good resources for job searching and networking events. Worth checking out their website for local opportunities.
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