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Remember you can also check your claim status and payment history online anytime through your ESD account. That's usually faster than calling for basic information.
True, though sometimes the online account doesn't show everything or there are technical issues. Having a way to actually talk to someone when needed is important too.
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Make sure he has his Social Security card and any pay stubs from the restaurant job. Washington ESD might ask for documentation to verify his wages and employment.
Good point. I'll make sure he gathers all his paperwork before starting the application.
Having everything organized beforehand makes the whole process much smoother. Learned that the hard way on my first claim.
One more thing - if his former employer contests the claim, don't panic. It's pretty common and doesn't necessarily mean he won't get benefits. Just make sure to respond to any requests for information from Washington ESD.
The restaurant seemed pretty understanding about the layoff, so hopefully there won't be any issues there.
Even when employers don't contest, Washington ESD sometimes does their own review. Just be prepared to provide details about the job loss if they ask.
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Your boss probably saw something about unemployment taxes on their business tax forms and assumed it was coming out of employee paychecks. Common misconception among small business owners who don't deal with payroll much.
That would make sense. It's a small company so the owner probably handles a lot of different things and gets confused sometimes.
Yeah, small business owners wear a lot of hats. Easy to mix up which taxes are employer vs employee responsibility.
TLDR: Employees in Washington pay $0.00 for unemployment insurance. Your boss is mistaken. It's 100% employer-funded. You're covered automatically as long as you're a regular W-2 employee.
Glad we could help clear that up! Welcome to the working world in Washington - you picked a good state for worker protections.
Thanks! I'm excited to start and relieved I don't have to worry about another paycheck deduction.
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One more tip - set up text or email alerts for when your payment is processed. It's nice to know when to expect the money in your account.
Where do you set that up?
In your Washington ESD account settings. You can choose what notifications you want to receive.
Rachel Tao
Just want to add that if your employer contests your claim, be prepared for adjudication which can take weeks or months. Keep all your documentation about why you lost your job.
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Miguel Harvey
•My employer said they wouldn't contest it since it was a layoff, so hopefully that won't be an issue.
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Derek Olson
Filed my claim six months ago and finally getting regular payments now. The system is slow but it does work eventually. Don't give up!
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Miguel Harvey
•Thanks for the encouragement! Going to start the process right now.
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