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Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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- DO answer questions and support each other.
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I had to use Claimyr too when my claim got stuck in adjudication. Worth every penny to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD instead of calling 100 times a day.
Seems like a lot of people have had good luck with that service.
I was skeptical at first but it really works. Got through to Washington ESD in like 10 minutes instead of spending all day calling.
Don't stress too much about it. Most people who get fired for performance reasons have no problem getting unemployment benefits. The system is designed to help people who lose their jobs through no fault of their own.
Thanks everyone for all the advice and encouragement. This community is amazing!
Good luck with your claim! Come back and let us know how it goes.
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Just remember that even though it feels like forever when you're waiting, most people do eventually receive their benefits. Hang in there!
I really needed to hear that. Thanks for the encouragement!
Final thought - if you do run into any roadblocks or need to speak with someone at Washington ESD about your specific timeline, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier really does work. Worth checking out their demo if the regular phone lines aren't working for you.
I'll definitely keep that in mind if I run into any issues. Hopefully everything goes smoothly though.
seconding this recommendation - it saved me weeks of frustration
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Just to summarize for anyone else reading this: Washington ESD unemployment benefits are available to those who are unemployed through no fault of their own, have sufficient work history and wages, and are able and available for work. The application process is online, and you'll need to file weekly claims to receive benefits. Don't hesitate to apply if you think you qualify.
Perfect summary! This whole thread has been incredibly helpful.
Agreed! It's great to see so many people sharing their knowledge and experiences to help others navigate the system.
Hope this helps everyone who's been wondering about unemployment benefits. The system can seem complicated, but it's really there to help people get back on their feet. Don't be afraid to use it if you need it!
Absolutely! I'm feeling much more confident about the whole process now. Thanks to everyone who contributed to this discussion.
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For what it's worth, I've never had issues with fees at Bank of America ATMs or using the card for purchases. The problems only come when you use random ATMs or don't know where the free ones are.
Yeah I think I just need to plan better and know where the free ATMs are before I need cash.
Planning ahead definitely helps. I keep a list of free ATM locations on my phone so I'm never caught off guard.
Thanks everyone for all the tips! This has been really helpful. I had no idea there were so many ways to avoid the fees. Going to try the grocery store cash back option first since there's a Safeway right by my house.
Glad this thread helped! The ESD card doesn't come with great instructions so it's easy to get hit with fees if you don't know the tricks.
Safeway is perfect for cash back. I do it all the time there with no problems.
Isaiah Thompson
The bottom line is there's no limit on how often you can file as long as you meet the eligibility requirements each time. I've filed probably 6-7 times over the past few years due to contract work ending and never had issues.
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Isaiah Thompson
•Not at all! You paid into the system through your work, so you're entitled to benefits when you're unemployed through no fault of your own.
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Ruby Garcia
•exactly this. unemployment insurance is insurance - you pay premiums through your work and get benefits when you need them
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Alexander Evans
Just make sure you keep good records of all your work periods and wages. If you file frequently, having documentation ready makes the process much smoother.
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Ava Harris
•Good advice. I've been keeping all my pay stubs and employment records organized just in case.
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Alexander Evans
•Smart. Also keep records of why each job ended - layoff letters, termination notices, etc. Helps if there are ever questions about your eligibility.
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