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Do you get paid during Washington ESD waiting period for unemployment benefits?
I just filed my initial unemployment claim with Washington ESD last week and I'm trying to understand if I'll get paid for the waiting period. My friend told me there's always a week where you don't get paid but I'm not sure if that's still true? I served my waiting week already by filing weekly claims but haven't received any payments yet. Does Washington state still make you wait a full week before getting benefits or do they pay you for that first week too? Really need to know because I'm behind on rent and trying to figure out my budget.
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What happens after you exhaust unemployment benefits - Washington ESD ran out
My regular UI benefits just ended last week after hitting my maximum benefit amount. Washington ESD sent me a notice saying I've exhausted my claim but I'm still unemployed and actively looking for work. What are my options now? Do I need to file a new claim or wait for some kind of extension? I've been searching for jobs for 8 months and still haven't found anything in my field. Really worried about how I'm going to pay rent next month.
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check with your local churches too even if youre not religious, a lot of them have assistance programs for people in need
That's a good idea. I'll look into community resources like that.
Final thought - keep checking the Washington ESD website for any new programs or changes. Sometimes they announce temporary assistance programs or changes to eligibility requirements. And definitely keep your claim profile updated even though you're not getting benefits anymore.
Will do. Thanks everyone for all the advice and support. This has been really helpful.
What is the most I can get from Washington ESD unemployment benefits?
I'm about to file for unemployment and trying to figure out my budget. What's the maximum weekly benefit amount Washington ESD pays? I was making around $65,000 annually at my last job in tech. Also wondering about the duration - how long can I collect? I've heard different numbers and want to make sure I understand what I'm eligible for before I file my claim.
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Final tip - set up direct deposit during your initial claim. Paper checks take forever and sometimes get lost in the mail.
Great point, I'll make sure to do that.
How much unemployment will I get from Washington ESD - need help calculating benefits
I'm trying to figure out how much my weekly unemployment benefit will be but I'm getting confused by all the calculations on the Washington ESD website. I made about $45,000 last year working full time at a retail job before getting laid off two weeks ago. Does anyone know how they calculate the weekly benefit amount? I've heard it's based on your highest earning quarter but I'm not sure which quarters they look at or what percentage they use. Really stressed about making rent next month so any help would be appreciated.
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Honestly the hardest part for me wasn't figuring out the benefit amount, it was dealing with all the job search requirements and keeping track of everything. The money part is pretty straightforward once Washington ESD processes your claim.
Yeah I'm dreading that part too. Have to apply to 3 jobs per week and keep detailed records right?
Yep, and they can audit your job search activities at any time. Better to over-document than get caught short. Keep screenshots, contact info, everything.
At least with retail experience you should have decent job prospects. Lots of places are hiring right now, especially with spring season coming up. Your unemployment might just be a short bridge to the next job.
Smart thinking. Having that weekly benefit takes a lot of pressure off so you can be pickier about which jobs you take.
Exactly. When you're not desperate for any paycheck you can actually find something that's a good fit instead of just taking the first offer.
How to request weekly unemployment benefits in Washington ESD system?
I just got approved for unemployment after waiting 3 weeks for adjudication and now I'm confused about how to actually request my weekly benefits. The Washington ESD website mentions weekly claims but I can't find where to submit them. Do I need to do this every week? What happens if I miss a week? I'm worried about messing something up and losing my benefits.
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One more thing - if you're on standby with your employer, the weekly claim process is a bit different. You don't need to do job searches but you still need to report if your employer offered you any work that week.
I'm not on standby but good to know for others who might be reading this.
Yeah standby is nice because no job search requirements but you're at the mercy of when your employer calls you back.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful information! I feel much more confident about filing my weekly claims now. This community is great.
Agreed! Everyone has been so helpful. I was really stressed about this earlier but now I know what to do.
thats what this forum is for, helping each other navigate this confusing system
Sebastián Stevens
Agreed, at least something positive came out of that mess
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Austin Leonard
Really glad I don't have to deal with a waiting week on top of everything else. Thanks everyone for the info!
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