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I used Claimyr last week when I needed to check on my adjudication status and it was honestly a game changer. Being able to actually talk to a Washington ESD rep instead of getting hung up on was worth it.
Ok you guys are really selling me on this service. I might just bite the bullet if the website doesn't cooperate tomorrow.
Sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do. The Washington ESD system is broken and we shouldn't have to suffer because of it
Pro tip: if you do get the website to work, complete the whole application in one sitting. Don't try to save it halfway through - the session will expire and you'll lose everything.
That's probably what happened to me the first few times. I kept stopping to look up information.
Yeah the timeout on their system is super short. Have everything ready before you even start the application
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Just wanted to add - if you're working part-time in a different field than your usual work, make sure you're still applying for jobs in your regular field too. Washington ESD wants to see you're seeking work similar to your previous employment.
That makes sense. I'll make sure to keep applying for warehouse jobs even though I'm doing retail part-time now.
Yep, they want to see you're trying to get back to your career level, not just taking any job permanently.
Final thought - don't let fear stop you from working. The partial benefit system is designed to encourage people to take work when they can find it. As long as you're honest about your earnings and hours, you're doing everything right.
Thanks, that's really reassuring. I was so worried about messing something up.
Exactly right. The system works when you follow the rules and report accurately.
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Has anyone here ever qualified for a second unemployment claim? I'm wondering if it's worth trying to work part-time somewhere just to build up eligibility again.
You can qualify for a new claim if you work enough hours and earn enough wages after your original claim date. But it has to be substantial work, not just a few hours here and there.
Good to know. I might look into temporary full-time positions then.
Bottom line - 26 weeks is what you get in Washington, no extensions currently available, and you need to plan accordingly. I wish I had started looking at backup options earlier instead of assuming I'd find something in time.
This whole thread has been a wake-up call. I need to get more serious about my timeline.
Better to be prepared than caught off guard. Good luck with your search!
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You mentioned retail work - make sure you report any commission or tips you received in addition to your base wages. They need the full picture of your earnings to calculate your benefit amount correctly.
I didn't get commissions but there were small quarterly bonuses. Should I include those too?
Yes, include any bonuses or extra compensation. It all counts toward your wage history and could potentially increase your weekly benefit amount.
good luck with everything! the unemployment system isn't perfect but it's there to help when you need it. just be patient with the process and keep detailed records of everything
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more confident about applying now.
you're welcome! hope everything goes smoothly for you
Everett Tutum
Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread. I'm in a similar situation and this has been incredibly helpful for understanding the process.
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Nadia Zaldivar
•Same here! I feel so much more confident about writing my appeal letter now.
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Lukas Fitzgerald
•Glad we could help. Good luck with your appeals everyone - remember to stay factual, be thorough, and don't give up on benefits you're entitled to receive.
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Avery Davis
Final thought - if anyone needs help getting through to ESD during their appeal process, I can't recommend Claimyr enough. Check out claimyr.com - they really take the frustration out of trying to reach the right people at Washington ESD when you have questions about your case.
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Sunny Wang
•I'm definitely going to look into this. I've wasted so many hours on hold and getting transferred to the wrong departments.
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Nadia Zaldivar
•Same, going to check out that demo video tonight. Thanks for sharing this resource!
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