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One last thing - make sure you keep filing your weekly claims every Sunday even while you're waiting for your first payment. Don't let any weeks lapse or you'll have to start the process over.
Definitely planning to file every week. Already have a reminder set on my phone for Sunday mornings.
Smart! Consistency is key with unemployment claims. Miss a week and it becomes a huge headache.
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One thing to remember is that your claim balance is tied to your benefit year which is usually 52 weeks from when you first filed. Even if you have money left in your balance, you can't collect after your benefit year expires without filing a new claim.
Good point! I should check when my benefit year ends so I know what to expect.
Yeah that date should be somewhere in your ESD account or on your determination letter when you first got approved.
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i remember reading something about interstate claims being different? does that affect benefit duration if you worked in multiple states?
Interstate claims can be more complex, but your benefit duration is still based on the state where you file. If you worked in multiple states, they combine wages from all states for your base period calculation.
ok that makes sense, thanks for clarifying
Bottom line - your benefits end when you either exhaust your allocated weeks (usually 26) or your benefit year expires (52 weeks from filing date), whichever comes first. But definitely verify your specific situation with Washington ESD if you're unsure.
If you have trouble getting through, seriously consider that Claimyr service. It made such a difference for me when I needed answers about my claim.
I might have to do that. Thanks for the recommendation and thanks everyone for the help!
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The key is to be patient and persistent. The system isn't perfect but it does work for most people. Don't let the negative stories online scare you from applying for benefits you're entitled to receive.
Thanks everyone for all the advice! I feel much more confident about getting started now. Going to file my claim this weekend.
Good luck! Remember to file your weekly claims on time and keep up with your job search. You've got this!
Just want to add that if you run into problems with adjudication or getting your claim processed, don't wait months hoping it resolves itself. Get help early, whether that's calling Washington ESD directly or using a service like Claimyr to help you get through to someone who can fix the issue.
I'll definitely keep that in mind. Hopefully I won't need it but good to know the option exists.
Exactly. Most people don't need extra help, but when you do need it, you really need it. Having a backup plan never hurts.
Lucas Bey
Bottom line - unless you're working for a very small nonprofit or certain religious organizations, you're probably covered by Washington ESD. Most 501c3 organizations participate in unemployment insurance.
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Anthony Young
•Thanks everyone! This has been really helpful. I feel much more confident about my job situation now.
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Harper Thompson
•Glad we could help clear things up!
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Caleb Stark
If you're still worried about it, you could also check with Washington ESD directly once you've been working there a bit. They can tell you if your employer is in their system.
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Jade O'Malley
•Good luck getting through to them though... their phone lines are always busy
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JacksonHarris
•That's exactly why I mentioned Claimyr earlier - it actually gets you through to talk to a real person at Washington ESD
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