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This has been one of the most helpful threads I've seen on here. Thanks to everyone who shared their knowledge and experience!
Agreed! Way better than trying to decode the Washington ESD website on my own.
Definitely! This community is awesome for helping each other navigate the unemployment system.
Just to summarize for anyone finding this thread later: Log into SecureAccess Washington, check your Claim Summary for maximum benefit amount, check Payment History to see what you've received so far, and subtract to find your remaining balance. Also remember the 26-week time limit regardless of dollar amount remaining.
Perfect summary! This should be pinned somewhere for other people with the same question.
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I had to appeal my monetary determination because they didn't include wages from one of my employers. Make sure to review the determination letter carefully when you get it to verify all your wages are included correctly.
It took about 6 weeks to get resolved, but I got back pay for the higher benefit amount once it was corrected. Worth fighting for if they make a mistake.
This is another situation where being able to actually talk to an ESD agent through Claimyr would be helpful - they can often fix wage reporting issues over the phone if you have the documentation.
Thanks everyone for all the detailed information! This gives me a much better understanding of how the benefit calculation works. I feel more confident about filing my claim now that I know what to expect for my weekly benefit amount.
Glad we could help! Good luck with your claim.
Make sure to file as soon as you're eligible. The sooner you start the process, the sooner you'll get your benefits.
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For those still waiting - try to stay positive and use the time productively. I spent my waiting period updating my resume and applying for jobs. Helped keep my mind occupied.
That's great advice! I did some online training courses while waiting. Made me feel more productive.
Exactly! Better than just sitting around worrying about the decision.
This thread has been super helpful. Nice to know I'm not alone in this process. The waiting really is the hardest part but at least now I have realistic expectations.
Glad it helped! This community is great for support during these stressful times.
Definitely! Will pay it forward when I get through my own appeal process.
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I went through something similar with a restaurant job. Manager told Washington ESD I was fired for attendance when I was actually laid off due to slow business. Took 2 months to get it sorted out but I eventually got all my back pay. The key was having documentation and not giving up on the appeal process.
This gives me hope! I was starting to think I'd never get benefits. Did you have to go to a hearing or was it resolved just with documents?
I had a phone hearing. The employer didn't even show up so I just explained my side to the judge and provided my evidence. Won the appeal easily once I could actually tell my story.
Bottom line - don't let them steamroll you. Appeal the decision, gather your evidence, and keep filing weekly claims. Washington ESD makes it hard on purpose hoping people will give up. The squeaky wheel gets the grease with these government agencies.
Thank you everyone for all the advice and encouragement. I'm going to file my appeal today and start documenting everything properly. This forum has been more helpful than anything I could find on the Washington ESD website!
Good luck! Keep us posted on how the appeal goes. Stories like yours help other people know they're not alone in dealing with this broken system.
Benjamin Johnson
Last thing - make sure you're completing your work search requirements if they apply to your claim type. Sometimes payments get held up if you're missing job search documentation.
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Jacob Lewis
•I've been logging my job searches in WorkSourceWA like they told me to. Hopefully that's enough.
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Zara Perez
•That should be fine. Just keep doing what you're doing with the job search log.
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Daniel Rogers
Update us when you get your payment! Always curious to hear how long it actually takes for people.
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Jacob Lewis
•Will do! Fingers crossed it comes through by Friday like everyone says it should.
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Aaliyah Reed
•Good luck! The waiting is the worst part but it usually works out.
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