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Make sure you understand what constitutes 'good cause' under Washington law. It's not just about having a bad boss - it has to be something that would cause a reasonable person to quit. Unsafe working conditions, harassment, significant changes to your job duties without notice, etc.
The manager does yell and create a hostile work environment. Would that count as harassment?
Possibly, but you'd need to show a pattern of behavior and that you tried to address it through proper channels first. Document everything and try to get witnesses if possible.
One more thing - if you do quit and get denied initially, you can appeal the decision. The appeal process gives you a chance to present your case to an administrative law judge. Don't give up if you get that first denial letter.
You have 30 days from the date of the determination to file an appeal. Don't wait - file as soon as you get the denial if you think it's wrong.
And if you need help understanding the appeal process or talking to Washington ESD about your case, services like Claimyr can help you get through to the right people. Sometimes having an expert guide you makes all the difference.
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Document everything - dates you called, times you tried to get through, any correspondence you've received. If your claim gets denied or delayed inappropriately, you'll need that information for an appeal.
Good advice. I've been keeping a basic log but should probably be more detailed about it.
Just wanted to follow up - did you end up trying Claimyr or any other method to get through to Washington ESD? Hoping you got some answers about your claim status.
Actually yes! Used Claimyr yesterday and got connected to an agent. You were right - my claim was flagged for additional verification of the family care situation. Agent said it should be resolved within 1-2 weeks now that they know what documentation to review. Thanks for the recommendation!
That's awesome! So glad you finally got some real information about what was holding things up.
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Quick tip - take screenshots of everything when you file online. Save confirmation numbers, print or screenshot the summary page, keep records. If anything gets messed up later you'll be glad you have documentation.
Yes! I had a claim that got lost in the system somehow and having screenshots saved me weeks of hassle proving I had filed.
Good advice, I'll make sure to document everything as I go through the process.
Final thought - if you run into any roadblocks or confusing questions during the filing process, don't just give up. There are resources available to help. That Claimyr service mentioned earlier, local WorkSource offices, even calling the main Washington ESD line if you can get through. The key is to get your claim filed as soon as possible.
Thank you everyone! I'm going to file right now. This thread has been incredibly helpful and given me the confidence to move forward.
Good luck! Remember to file your weekly claims on time and keep up with the job search requirements. You've got this!
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Remember that networking events, job fairs, and informational interviews all count as job search activities too. Don't limit yourself to just online applications - there are lots of ways to meet the requirement.
Do virtual networking events count the same as in-person ones?
Yes, virtual events count as long as they're legitimate professional networking opportunities.
Bottom line: 3 job search activities per week, document everything, and actually try to find work. Washington ESD does audit these requirements, so don't risk your benefits by cutting corners. The requirements exist for a reason and they're not that hard to meet if you stay organized.
Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about meeting the requirements now.
Good luck with your job search! The requirements might seem annoying but they actually do help keep you focused on finding work.
Isabella Ferreira
Don't stress too much about having everything perfect before you apply. Washington ESD will ask for additional information if they need it. The important thing is to get your claim started so your benefit year begins.
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GalacticGuru
•That's reassuring! I was worried about messing something up and getting denied.
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
•Exactly. Minor errors or missing details can usually be corrected. The bigger risk is waiting too long to apply and losing potential benefits.
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Ravi Sharma
Make sure you understand the difference between your waiting week and being disqualified. Everyone has to serve a waiting week where you don't get paid, but you still need to file your weekly claim that week.
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
•Yes, the first week of your claim is a waiting week. You file the weekly claim but don't receive payment for that week. It's just how the system works.
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NebulaNomad
•The waiting week can be confusing but just think of it as a one-week delay before payments start.
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