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I remember last year around this time there was some confusion about this same thing. Payment schedules stayed normal but a lot of people were asking about it on social media.
Yeah I guess it's a common worry. I probably should have searched for old posts before asking but glad I did anyway.
better to ask and get current info anyway, things can change
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Set up your SecureAccess Washington (SAW) account before you start if you don't have one already. You'll need it to access your unemployment services online.
Is that the same login for all Washington state services?
Yes, SAW is the single sign-on for most Washington state online services including unemployment benefits.
Remember you need to file weekly claims every week to get paid, even if your initial claim is still processing. Don't skip weeks thinking you'll catch up later.
You lose that week's benefits permanently. There's no way to go back and claim missed weeks except in very limited circumstances.
Good to know, I'll make sure to set a reminder every week.
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One more thing - if your employer contests your unemployment claim because of the severance, don't panic. That's what the appeals process is for and you have rights as a laid-off employee.
Why would they contest it if they laid me off and gave me severance?
Some companies try to argue that severance disqualifies you from benefits entirely, but that's not how Washington law works. You just have to wait for the severance period to end.
Bottom line from everything I've read here: File your claim immediately, report the severance honestly, and expect to wait for benefits until the severance period ends. Seems pretty straightforward once you know the rules.
That's exactly the summary I needed. Thank you everyone for all the helpful advice! I'm filing tomorrow morning.
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One more suggestion - contact your local WorkSource office. They have counselors who can help you understand your options and might know about programs or resources that aren't widely advertised. Sometimes there are local or industry-specific assistance programs available.
That's a great idea. I'll look up my local WorkSource office and see what services they offer.
They also help with resume review, interview prep, and job placement services. Even if you can't get extended unemployment, they might help you find work faster.
Bottom line: no, you can't just reapply for unemployment when it runs out. You need to work and earn wages first. But there are other resources available while you're looking for work. Don't give up!
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. It's not what I wanted to hear but at least now I know what to expect and can plan accordingly.
Ryan Vasquez
For what it's worth, I used that Claimyr service too and it was legitimately helpful. Got connected to an agent who could see my claim had been sitting in the wrong queue for 2 weeks. Sometimes you just need a human to actually look at your case.
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Max Knight
•That's the second recommendation for them. I'm definitely going to check it out if I don't hear something soon.
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Ryan Vasquez
•Yeah, the peace of mind from actually talking to someone who could see what was happening was worth it for me.
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Avery Saint
Bottom line: 2-4 weeks is normal, 4-6 weeks if there are complications, and anything longer than that you should definitely be pushing for answers. Don't just wait passively if you're approaching the 6 week mark with no communication.
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Max Knight
•Good framework for expectations. I'll give it another week or two before I start getting more aggressive about getting answers.
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Avery Saint
•Exactly. Being patient is good but being too passive can hurt you if there's actually an issue that needs your attention.
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