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Good luck with your claim! The restaurant industry has been hit hard so you should definitely qualify. Just stay on top of your weekly claims and job search requirements.
Thank you! This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more prepared now.
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Quick question - if I exhaust my 26 weeks, can I immediately file a new claim if I've been doing some part-time work during my unemployment?
You'd need to have earned enough wages during your unemployment period to establish a new base period, which is unlikely with just part-time work. You'd probably need to work full-time for several months first.
That's what I figured. Better to find full-time work before my current claim runs out then.
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To summarize your options: 1) Request immediate hearing on the garnishment, 2) File financial hardship claim, 3) Challenge the original overpayment determination, 4) Seek legal aid assistance, 5) Propose voluntary payment plan. Start with the hardship claim since that can provide fastest relief.
This is super helpful. I'm going to start with the hardship claim and see if I can get the garnishment stopped while I work on the other options.
Smart approach. Document everything and keep copies of all correspondence. Good luck with your case.
One last thing - if you do use Claimyr to get through to Washington ESD, make sure you have all your documentation ready before the call. Have your social security number, the garnishment order, and any correspondence about the overpayment. Being prepared will help you make the most of your time with the agent.
Good advice. I'll gather all my paperwork first so I don't waste the opportunity when I finally get to talk to someone.
Exactly. The agents can be really helpful once you actually reach them, but you want to be ready to present your case clearly and completely.
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The application process isn't too complicated once you get through to someone at Washington ESD who can walk you through it. Just make sure you have your business tax records ready.
getting through to someone is the hard part though
That's where Claimyr comes in handy. I've recommended it to several other business owners who were having trouble reaching Washington ESD.
One thing to keep in mind is that if you elect coverage, you'll need to file quarterly reports even if you're not making much money. It's an ongoing commitment, not just a one-time thing.
That's fine, I already do quarterly taxes anyway. One more form isn't going to kill me.
the reporting requirements are pretty straightforward if youre already doing business taxes
CaptainAwesome
Successfully filed and got approved in about 10 days. The key is being patient and following up when needed. Don't be afraid to ask for help when you get stuck.
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Kirsuktow DarkBlade
•That gives me hope! Thanks for sharing your experience.
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Anderson Prospero
•Exactly right about asking for help. Sometimes that means using services like Claimyr to actually reach someone at Washington ESD when the phones are jammed.
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Yuki Tanaka
remember to check your spam folder for emails from Washington ESD. Almost missed an important message about my claim because it went to spam.
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Kirsuktow DarkBlade
•Oh wow, I never would have thought of that. Adding esd.wa.gov to my contacts now.
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