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Used Claimyr when I was trying to figure out if my situation qualified for good cause. The Washington ESD agent I spoke with through their service was really helpful in explaining what evidence I'd need. Definitely recommend if you're unsure about your options.
It really gave me peace of mind to get official guidance instead of just guessing based on forum advice. Check out their demo video to see how it works.
Bottom line - quitting usually disqualifies you from unemployment unless you can prove good cause. The burden of proof is high and the appeals process can take months. Make sure you're prepared for both the financial and procedural challenges before you quit.
This has been really helpful. I think I need to step back and create a more comprehensive plan before making any rash decisions.
That sounds wise. Take time to document everything, explore your options, and maybe talk to Washington ESD or a lawyer before you quit. Better to be overprepared than caught off guard.
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Also remember that Washington state has some specific rules about what constitutes 'suitable work' that you have to accept. Generally it's work that's reasonably related to your skills and experience, pays at least 70% of your previous wage, and is within a reasonable commute distance.
It varies, but generally within your local labor market area. For most people that's about a 1-hour commute each way.
That seems reasonable. I'm in the Seattle area so there should be plenty of opportunities within that range.
Just wanted to add that if you have any questions about your specific situation, it's really worth getting connected to someone at Washington ESD directly. I know people mentioned Claimyr earlier - I ended up using them too after spending days trying to get through on my own. The website is claimyr.com if anyone wants to check it out. Sometimes you just need to talk to a real person to understand how the rules apply to your particular case.
Yeah the written information can only take you so far. Every situation is a little different.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info. I think I have a much better understanding now of what I need to do to apply.
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Thanks everyone for all the advice and sharing your experiences. It's helpful to know I'm not alone in this waiting game. I'll keep filing my weekly claims and checking for updates. If it goes much longer I'll definitely look into that Claimyr service that seems to have helped a few people here.
Hang in there! Your approval will come through.
Keep us updated on how it goes!
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One last thing to add - if your part-time work hours vary a lot from week to week, make sure you report the exact hours and earnings for each specific week when you file your weekly claim. Don't average it out or estimate.
That's actually really important for my situation since my hours are all over the place. Thanks for mentioning that.
Absolutely. Accuracy is key with Washington ESD. Any discrepancies can cause delays or issues with your benefits.
Thanks to everyone who contributed to this discussion. I'm bookmarking this thread for future reference. Never know when I might need to help someone else understand partial unemployment benefits.
Definitely worth bookmarking! This community is really helpful for navigating the unemployment system.
That's what these forums are for - helping each other figure out the complex world of unemployment benefits.
Ethan Clark
Don't forget to keep filing your weekly claims even if your initial claim is still being processed. You can't go back and claim those weeks later if you miss them.
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Freya Andersen
•Wait, so I should file weekly claims even before I know if I'm approved?
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Ethan Clark
•Yes, exactly. You need to file for every week you want to claim benefits for, even during the processing period.
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Omar Farouk
Final tip: print or save copies of everything you submit. If there are any questions later, you'll want to have records of exactly what you reported and when you reported it.
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Freya Andersen
•Perfect, thank you everyone for all the help! I feel much more confident about filing now.
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StarStrider
•Good luck! The process really isn't as scary as it seems at first.
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