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I used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier when I had questions about my termination benefits. Really did help me get through to an agent quickly instead of spending my whole day on hold.
That seems to be a popular recommendation. I might give it a try if I have trouble getting through to Washington ESD.
One thing to keep in mind - even if you get approved, there might be a waiting period before benefits start. Plan accordingly for your first few weeks.
How long is the typical waiting period for termination cases?
It varies, but usually 3-6 weeks for the investigation plus any standard waiting week. Could be longer if they need more information.
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Just remember that if your employer doesn't show up to the hearing, it doesn't automatically mean you win. The judge still has to determine if you had good cause to quit based on the evidence you present.
Good to know. I was hoping it would be automatic if they no-showed.
It does help your case if they don't show up to defend their side, but you still need to prove your case.
The appeal hearing recording is your friend. They record everything so if there are any issues with the decision you can point to exactly what was said during the hearing.
I didn't know they recorded it. That actually makes me feel better about the whole process.
Yeah, they tell you at the beginning that it's being recorded. It protects both sides and keeps everything transparent.
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One thing I learned is that temporary work through staffing agencies can be tricky to report correctly. Make sure you understand whether you're an employee or contractor because it affects how you report the income.
I hadn't thought about that distinction. The place I might work at uses a staffing agency.
Definitely clarify that before you start. It'll save you headaches later when filing weekly claims.
Bottom line: you can work while on unemployment but you have to report everything honestly and understand how it affects your benefits. The 1.5x your weekly benefit amount rule is key to remember.
Thanks everyone, this has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about taking those part-time hours now.
Good luck with the part-time work! Just stay on top of the reporting and you should be fine.
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Quick question - does it matter what type of job I had or why I was laid off when it comes to severance and unemployment? I was in management and got a pretty generous severance package.
The rules about severance affecting UI benefits are the same regardless of your job level or reason for separation (as long as you qualify for unemployment in the first place). The amount of severance might be different, but the calculation method is the same.
I wish someone had explained all this to me when I got laid off. I ended up not filing for unemployment for 6 weeks because I thought the severance made me ineligible. Lost out on benefits I could have received.
That's exactly what I was worried about! This thread convinced me to file right away and figure out the details as I go.
It's crazy how little information employers give you about this stuff when they lay you off. They should be required to explain how severance affects unemployment benefits.
Arjun Patel
Update: I tried that Claimyr thing and actually got through to a Washington ESD agent today! They confirmed my claim status and explained what was causing the delay. Definitely worth using if you need to talk to someone.
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Mikayla Brown
•how much does it cost? is it expensive?
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Arjun Patel
•They have different options but it was worth it for me since I'd been trying to call for weeks with no luck.
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Sean Matthews
The good news is once you see 'not disqualified' the hard part is over. Your claim is approved and you just need to wait for the payments to start processing. Keep filing weekly and you should be all set.
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Jackson Carter
•Perfect! Thanks everyone for all the help. This community is amazing.
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Ali Anderson
•glad we could help! unemployment can be super confusing the first time
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