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one last thing - if your employer contests your claim don't panic. its pretty common and doesn't mean you won't get benefits. just means washington esd has to investigate and make a determination
sometimes to avoid their unemployment tax going up, or if they think you quit or were fired for misconduct. most of the time the employee still wins if they have good documentation
This is when having a service like Claimyr becomes really valuable - if you need to speak with Washington ESD about a contested claim, you don't want to waste days trying to get through on the phone.
Best of luck with your application! The system isn't perfect but it does work when you need it. Just stay on top of your weekly claims and job search requirements once you get approved.
thanks everyone for all the helpful info! feeling much more prepared now
Happy to help. Come back and ask if you run into any issues during the process.
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One thing to keep in mind - if you're filing a new claim, make sure all your wages from the base year are showing up correctly. I had an employer that didn't report wages properly and it took forever to get it fixed. Had to provide pay stubs and tax documents.
Eventually got through by phone but it took multiple attempts over several weeks. This was before I knew about services that help you reach agents faster.
Yeah, that's exactly why I ended up using Claimyr when I had wage discrepancies. Saved me probably hours of redialing and getting disconnected. Their demo video really shows how much easier it makes the whole process.
Thanks everyone for explaining this! I was worried the wage base would somehow reduce my benefits but sounds like it's just a tax thing for employers. Will focus on making sure my actual wages are reported correctly instead.
That's the right approach. The wage base is really background information - what matters for your claim is accurate wage reporting and meeting the other eligibility requirements.
Agreed, this thread cleared up a lot of confusion for me. Really appreciate everyone taking the time to explain.
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Just wanted to add - keep copies of everything you submit to Washington ESD. Emails, documents, screenshots of your weekly claims, everything. You never know when you might need to reference something later.
That's smart. I'll start a folder for all my unemployment paperwork right away.
Definitely. It saved me when they questioned something about my claim months later and I had all the documentation to back up my responses.
Final thought - don't be afraid to ask questions if you're unsure about anything. It's better to ask and get it right than to guess and potentially mess up your claim.
Absolutely. This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel like I actually understand the process now.
That's what these forums are for! Good luck with everything.
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I had to use Claimyr again recently when I had questions about my job search log requirements. Sometimes it's just easier to talk to a real person at Washington ESD rather than trying to figure everything out from the website. The service connected me quickly and the agent was able to clarify exactly what I needed to do.
How much does that service cost? Seems like it could be expensive.
I'd rather pay a reasonable fee to get accurate information quickly than spend hours on hold or make mistakes with my claim. The time savings alone made it worthwhile for me.
Bottom line: file your Washington ESD claim today. The separation notice is just supporting documentation that comes later in the process. Don't let the lack of paperwork delay your claim and potentially cost you benefits.
Good luck with your claim! Hope it goes smoothly for you.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice. This forum is great!
Chloe Anderson
If you run into any issues with your claim getting stuck or need to check on status, seriously consider Claimyr. It's so much easier than the phone maze Washington ESD puts you through. Their customer service is actually helpful too.
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Anastasia Fedorov
•I might have to try that myself. I've been trying to get through about a different issue for weeks.
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Freya Pedersen
Final advice - document everything about your termination while it's fresh in your memory. Write down what happened, what was said, any emails or documents you have. This will help if you need to explain your case later.
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GalacticGuru
•Great idea. I'll write it all down tonight while I remember the details.
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