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One last tip - when you get your monetary determination letter, read it carefully. If you think they made a mistake with your wages or benefit amount, you can appeal it. But you only have like 30 days I think.
Exactly. And if you do need to appeal, that's definitely when you'll want to talk to someone at Washington ESD to understand the process.
Another good reason to have Claimyr handy - appeals can be time sensitive and you don't want to waste days trying to get through on the phone.
Well this has been way more informative than anything on the actual Washington ESD website. Thanks everybody for breaking it down in normal person language!
Seriously! The official info is so hard to understand. This forum is great.
We've all been through the confusion so we try to help each other out. Good luck with your claims everyone!
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Just to summarize for OP - you need sufficient wages in your base period, be unemployed through no fault of your own, be able and available for work, and actively seek employment. The monetary requirements are pretty specific so check those carefully.
Thanks everyone! This is super helpful. I think I meet the requirements so I'll file tomorrow.
Good luck! File online at esd.wa.gov and make sure to keep copies of everything. The process can be slow but stick with it.
Also worth mentioning - if you're eligible for other types of benefits like workers compensation or social security, that might affect your unemployment benefits. Washington ESD has specific offset rules for these situations.
What about retirement benefits? I'm 62 and considering filing for unemployment.
Retirement benefits can affect your unemployment benefits depending on the type and amount. You'll need to report all income when you file weekly claims.
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I had to use Claimyr recently when I got confused about my job search requirements and couldn't reach anyone at Washington ESD. The service at claimyr.com actually helped me get through to someone who explained exactly what I needed to do. Worth checking out if you get stuck like I did.
Good to have that option available. Hopefully I won't need it, but it's reassuring to know there are ways to reach someone when needed.
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This has been really informative! I had no idea you could work part-time and still get unemployment benefits. Going to start looking for some small jobs to help make ends meet while I search for full-time work.
Same here! This thread has been a huge help. Thanks everyone for all the great information!
Glad we could help! Just remember to report everything accurately and you should be fine. Good luck with the job search!
Malik Johnson
Another heads up - your former employer will get a notice about your unemployment claim and they have the right to contest it if they think you shouldn't get benefits. Most employers don't bother unless it was a termination for serious misconduct, but just be aware it could happen.
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Malik Johnson
•Probably not if it was legitimate restructuring. Employers usually only contest when they think the person was fired for cause.
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Ava Garcia
•Plus contesting costs them time and money, so they typically only do it for clear-cut misconduct cases.
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Isabella Ferreira
Don't forget that you'll need to file weekly claims every week once your initial claim is processed, even if you're still waiting for a determination. Missing a weekly claim can delay your benefits.
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Fatima Al-Suwaidi
•How do I know when to start filing weekly claims? Will Washington ESD notify me?
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Isabella Ferreira
•You should get instructions after you file your initial claim. Usually you can start filing weekly claims the week after you submit your application.
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