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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.
Probably not if it was legitimate restructuring. Employers usually only contest when they think the person was fired for cause.
Plus contesting costs them time and money, so they typically only do it for clear-cut misconduct cases.
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.
How do I know when to start filing weekly claims? Will Washington ESD notify me?
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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I tried that Claimyr service someone mentioned and it actually worked! Got through to an agent who explained that my claim was waiting for my previous employer to respond to a separation verification request. At least now I know what's happening.
That's exactly what I need - just some explanation of what's going on! How long did it take to get connected?
About 15 minutes. Way better than the hours I wasted trying to call directly. The agent was really helpful too.
Bottom line: 'In Progress' means wait and keep filing your weekly claims. There's not much else you can do except be patient. The system is slow but it usually works eventually.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses! I feel much better about the situation now. Just going to keep waiting and filing my weekly claims.
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Update us when you hear back! And seriously, if you need to get a status update quickly, that Claimyr service is worth checking out. Sometimes just knowing where things stand can reduce the stress even if you can't speed up the process.
I definitely will update everyone. This thread has been super helpful and I appreciate everyone sharing their experiences.
Yes please update! I'm in a similar situation and waiting to hear back too. It helps to know we're not alone in this process.
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The silver lining of high unemployment is that employers and landlords are usually more understanding about employment gaps. They know it's not necessarily your fault when lots of people are out of work.
I hope that's true. I'm worried about explaining this gap when I do start interviewing again.
Just be honest about the economic situation. Most reasonable employers understand that layoffs happen during tough times.
Bottom line is high unemployment affects the big picture but your individual claim should be processed the same way. Focus on making sure you've provided all required information and keep filing your weekly claims on time.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much better understanding how this all works now.
Annabel Kimball
If you're still having trouble getting information from Washington ESD before your hearing, definitely try that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier. I used them when I was dealing with a weird adjudication issue and they got me through to someone who could actually help me understand what was happening with my claim.
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Rachel Tao
•Thanks! I'm going to check them out tonight. I still have so many questions about the whole process.
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Chris Elmeda
•The video demo on their site really explains how it works well. Saved me hours of frustration trying to get through the regular phone lines.
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Jean Claude
One last tip - write down all your questions ahead of time! During the hearing you might forget to ask something important. Having a list in front of you helps make sure you cover everything.
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Rachel Tao
•Great idea. I'm making a list right now of everything I want to clarify.
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Jean Claude
•Perfect! You've got this. Sounds like you have good evidence with that termination letter.
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