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AstroExplorer

Who does not qualify for unemployment benefits in Washington? Need to know eligibility rules

I'm trying to help my brother figure out if he can apply for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD. He's been working odd jobs and gig work for the past year, mostly driving for delivery apps and doing some freelance graphic design. He also had a part-time retail job that ended last month. I know there are specific rules about who qualifies and who doesn't, but I'm getting confused reading through all the Washington ESD eligibility requirements. Can someone break down who actually doesn't qualify for UI benefits? I want to make sure he doesn't waste time applying if he's not eligible.

this whole thread makes me realize how complicated unemployment benefits are. no wonder so many people have trouble with the system

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Right? I thought it would be more straightforward. Glad I asked here before my brother went through the application process blind.

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Final thought - make sure your brother has all his wage information ready when he applies. Pay stubs, W-2s, 1099s, anything that shows his earnings. Washington ESD uses this to calculate his base period wages and determine his benefit amount if he qualifies. Having everything organized upfront makes the process much smoother.

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Great advice! I'll make sure he gathers all that paperwork before starting the application. Thanks again everyone for all the helpful information!

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Chloe Boulanger

Can you get Washington ESD unemployment if you are fired for performance issues?

My supervisor terminated me last Friday saying my work performance wasn't meeting expectations. They cited missed deadlines and quality issues over the past two months. I wasn't given any formal warnings or improvement plans - just verbal feedback that I thought I was addressing. Can I still file for unemployment benefits with Washington ESD? I'm worried they'll deny my claim since I was fired rather than laid off. Has anyone been in a similar situation?

Bottom line - performance terminations usually qualify for unemployment unless there was misconduct. File your claim and let Washington ESD make the determination rather than guessing.

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Thanks everyone for all the advice. I'm going to file my claim right now and keep all the documentation I have about the termination.

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Smart move. Good luck with your claim and I hope the adjudication process goes smoothly for you.

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One last tip - when you file, be thorough but honest about what happened. Don't downplay the performance issues but make it clear there was no misconduct or willful violation of policies.

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Perfect advice. I'll focus on explaining that I was trying to improve but just wasn't meeting their expectations.

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Exactly. That shows good faith effort which Washington ESD looks favorably upon in these cases.

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Liam O'Sullivan

How long does Washington ESD unemployment claim approval actually take?

I just filed my initial unemployment claim with Washington ESD last week and I'm getting different answers everywhere about how long this whole process takes. Some people say 2-3 weeks, others are telling me it could be months if there's any issues. I lost my job at a manufacturing plant and need to know what I'm looking at timeline-wise. My savings won't last forever and I'm starting to stress about bills. Has anyone gone through this recently? What should I realistically expect for getting my first payment?

Bottom line - plan for 4 weeks to be safe, hope for 2-3 weeks, and don't panic if it goes longer. The system works, it's just slow. And definitely keep filing those weekly claims no matter what!

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That seems like solid advice. Setting realistic expectations is probably the best approach.

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Exactly. The worst thing is expecting it in 2 weeks and then freaking out when it takes longer.

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One last thing - if you do run into delays and need to speak with someone, don't waste weeks trying to call. Services like Claimyr exist specifically because the phone system is so overloaded. Sometimes you just need to cut through the red tape and get answers directly from an agent.

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Hopefully not, but it's good to know the option exists if you need it.

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I'm definitely going to look into this Claimyr thing. Can't keep waiting forever.

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Dmitry Ivanov

How long does unemployment take to be approved in Washington ESD?

I submitted my unemployment application through the Washington ESD website about 10 days ago and I'm still waiting to hear back. My status just says 'claim pending' with no other details. I lost my job due to company downsizing and I'm getting really anxious about when I'll start receiving benefits. Does anyone know the typical timeline for Washington ESD to approve unemployment claims? I've never filed before so I have no idea what to expect.

Update us when you hear back! Always curious to hear how long it actually takes for people. Seems like there's a lot of variation in processing times.

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Will do! Hopefully I'll have good news to share soon.

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If you do end up needing to call Washington ESD and want to avoid the hassle, I'd definitely recommend trying Claimyr. I was skeptical at first but it really saved me time and frustration when I needed to get through to them about my claim.

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Thanks for the recommendation. If I don't hear anything by next week I'll probably give them a try.

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Philip Cowan

How do you get unemployment if you get fired - Washington ESD eligibility questions

So I got let go from my job last Friday and I'm trying to figure out if I can even get unemployment benefits through Washington ESD. My manager said it was due to 'performance issues' but honestly I think they just wanted to get rid of me because I complained about unsafe working conditions. I've been paying into the system for 8 years so I should be eligible right? Do I need to prove I was wrongfully terminated or does Washington ESD just automatically approve claims when you get fired? I'm really stressed about this because I have rent due next week and no idea how long this process takes.

The safety complaint angle might actually help your case. Washington has strong protections for workers who report safety violations. If you can show you were fired in retaliation for raising legitimate safety concerns, that could strengthen your unemployment claim.

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I documented everything in emails so I have proof of the safety issues I raised. Hopefully that will help if Washington ESD needs to review the circumstances.

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Bottom line - file your claim, be honest, keep looking for work, and don't let your employer intimidate you. The unemployment system exists to help people who lose their jobs through no fault of their own. Performance issues usually fall into that category.

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Thank you everyone for all the advice and encouragement. I'm going to file my claim right now and start my job search. This thread has been incredibly helpful!

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