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Zara Mirza

Can you receive unemployment if you receive severance - Washington ESD question

I'm really confused about this and can't get through to Washington ESD on the phone. My company laid me off last month and gave me 8 weeks of severance pay. I know I should file for unemployment but I'm not sure if the severance affects my benefits or if I even qualify. The severance is being paid out weekly through payroll, not as a lump sum. Has anyone dealt with this situation before? Do I need to wait until the severance runs out to apply, or can I file now and just report it on my weekly claims?

I used Claimyr when I had severance questions last year and the agent was super helpful explaining how it all works. Much better than trying to figure it out from the website. They walked me through exactly how to report it on my weekly claims.

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How long did it take them to get you connected to an agent?

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About 45 minutes, but I wasn't sitting there the whole time. They called me back when they got through. Way better than the 3 hours I spent trying to call myself the day before.

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Thanks everyone for all this info! I feel much more confident about filing my claim now. Going to start the process today and make sure I report my severance properly on the weekly claims.

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Good luck! Remember to keep detailed records of all your severance payments in case Washington ESD has questions later.

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Will do! This thread has been incredibly helpful.

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Ava Harris

Washington ESD unemployment how to qualify - need help understanding requirements

I'm trying to figure out if I qualify for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD but I'm honestly confused about all the requirements. I worked for about 8 months at a retail job before getting laid off last week due to store restructuring. My manager said I should apply but I don't know if I made enough money or worked long enough. Can someone break down what Washington ESD looks for when determining if you qualify? I've heard there's some kind of base period calculation but I have no idea what that means.

Good luck with your application! Based on everything you've shared, you should be approved without any issues. The Washington ESD system works pretty well for straightforward cases like yours.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about applying now.

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Anastasia Ivanova

Washington ESD unemployment types - which of the following are the three types of unemployment?

I'm studying for my economics exam and came across this question about unemployment types but I'm getting confused because I'm also dealing with my own unemployment claim through Washington ESD right now. The question asks 'which of the following are the three types of unemployment?' but I'm not sure if this is asking about the academic economic categories or the different UI benefit programs that Washington ESD offers. Can someone help clarify what the three main types are? I know there's structural, frictional, and cyclical unemployment from my textbook, but I'm wondering if there's overlap with how Washington ESD categorizes things when you file a claim.

Mei Liu

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Just remember that cyclical unemployment is what we saw during COVID - lots of people losing jobs due to economic conditions beyond their control. That's different from someone who quits to find a better job (frictional) or someone whose industry disappeared due to technology changes (structural).

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Great examples! That really helps cement the differences between the three types.

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COVID unemployment was crazy. Washington ESD was so overwhelmed they had to completely revamp their systems.

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If you're still having Washington ESD issues after your exam, definitely look into that Claimyr thing people mentioned. I was skeptical at first but it legitimately works for getting through their phone system.

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I'll keep that in mind. So far my claim seems to be processing normally but good to know there's an option if I run into problems.

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Smart to have a backup plan. Washington ESD can be unpredictable even when everything looks fine on your end.

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Layla Mendes

What does high unemployment mean for Washington ESD claims and benefits?

I keep hearing about high unemployment rates in the news and I'm wondering how this affects my Washington ESD claim. Does high unemployment mean it's easier to get approved for benefits? Does it change how long benefits last or the weekly amount? I filed my initial claim 2 weeks ago and it's still pending adjudication. My friend says high unemployment means they're being stricter with approvals but that doesn't make sense to me. Can someone explain what high unemployment actually means for us claimants?

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.

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I hope that's true. I'm worried about explaining this gap when I do start interviewing again.

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Just be honest about the economic situation. Most reasonable employers understand that layoffs happen during tough times.

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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.

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Thanks everyone for all the helpful information. I feel much better understanding how this all works now.

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Dmitry Volkov

Can you apply for Washington ESD unemployment after a year gap?

I lost my job in March 2024 but didn't apply for unemployment right away because I thought I'd find work quickly. It's been over a year now and I'm still struggling to find something steady. I've had a few temp jobs here and there but nothing permanent. Can I still file for unemployment benefits with Washington ESD even though it's been so long since I was laid off? I'm worried I missed my window and won't qualify anymore.

The fact that you worked steadily through 2023 is definitely in your favor. Even with the delay in applying, you should have qualifying wages in your base period.

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That's reassuring. I was a good employee there for over two years before the layoff.

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