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The non-compete thing is interesting. I wonder if Washington ESD would consider that as limiting your ability to search for work in your field. Might be worth asking about during your initial claim interview.
That's a good question. I should probably bring that up when I file, especially since the non-compete covers most of my industry experience.
I think as long as you're making good faith efforts to search for work, even with limitations, you should be okay. Just document everything.
One last tip - if you do end up needing to appeal anything related to your separation agreement and unemployment eligibility, don't wait. The appeal deadlines are pretty strict with Washington ESD.
Hopefully it won't come to that, but good to know. How long do you usually have to appeal?
Usually 30 days from the date of the determination letter. Don't miss that deadline if you need to appeal.
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Btw if you need to talk to Washington ESD about anything else, that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier really does work. Saved me hours of calling and getting busy signals.
I might need to check that out if I have more questions. Thanks for the recommendation
Yeah I used them too when I had an adjudication issue. Much easier than trying to get through on my own
This was a really informative thread. Learned some things I didn't know about how unemployment insurance is funded. Thanks everyone for the detailed explanations!
Right? I came here confused and now I feel like I really understand the system
This is why forums like this are so valuable. Real people explaining real situations
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One last thing - if you do need to speak with Washington ESD about your appeal status or have questions, that Claimyr service I mentioned earlier really does work. Saved me hours of frustration trying to get through their regular lines.
I might have to try that. Been trying to reach them for days about my own appeal.
Definitely worth it. Check out their demo video first so you know what you're getting into, but it's legit.
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Just want to echo what others said about Claimyr - I used it last month when I needed to talk to Washington ESD about my claim status and it was super helpful. Way better than trying to call on your own.
Good to know there are options when you can't get through the regular way.
Yeah, check out their demo video if you're curious how it works.
Don't let the low unemployment rate discourage you. Your situation is your situation, and you're entitled to benefits while you search for work. Just keep following all the requirements.
Thanks, that's really helpful to hear. I was starting to worry I was doing something wrong.
Nope, sounds like you're doing everything right. The job market can just be tough sometimes.
The Boss
Does anyone know if the severance affects your weekly benefit amount calculation or just eligibility? Like if I get benefits after the severance period ends?
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Olivia Harris
•Severance typically doesn't affect your weekly benefit amount calculation since that's based on your base period wages. It just affects eligibility during the period it covers.
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Evan Kalinowski
•Right, your weekly benefit amount is locked in when you file your initial claim based on your work history.
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Victoria Charity
Make sure you understand if your severance includes continuation of benefits too. That can affect when you need to look for new health insurance if you're eligible for COBRA.
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James Martinez
•Good point, I need to check on the benefits continuation part of the package.
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Jasmine Quinn
•COBRA is so expensive. Hopefully your severance includes health coverage for a while.
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