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Just want to add that even if your redetermination gets denied, you can appeal that decision too. Don't give up if the first decision doesn't go your way. I had to appeal my redetermination denial and won at the hearing level.
Good to know! Hopefully it doesn't come to that but it's reassuring to know there are still options.
Definitely. The appeal process is slower but sometimes they get it wrong the first time and the hearing officer sees it differently.
Update from earlier - I tried Claimyr this morning and got through to Washington ESD in about 10 minutes. Agent told me my redetermination was approved last Thursday! She said the back pay should show up in my account by tomorrow. So relieved to finally know what's happening. Thanks to whoever recommended that service!
Right? I would have kept stressing for who knows how long if I hadn't called. Worth every penny.
That's it, I'm definitely using Claimyr today. This waiting is killing me and I need to know what's going on with my case.
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Bottom line is you should file the claim if you believe you had good cause. Washington ESD will investigate and make a determination based on the facts. Just be honest and provide as much supporting evidence as possible.
Good luck! Remember to keep filing those weekly claims and continue your job search. You've got this!
Hope it works out for you! Let us know how it goes if you feel comfortable updating us.
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Just wanted to add - don't forget about the one-week waiting period for regular unemployment benefits. You won't get paid for your first week of unemployment, even if you're approved immediately.
Wait, so even if I qualify, I don't get anything for the first week? That seems unfair.
Yeah, it's been that way for years. It's just how the system works. Plan accordingly because that first payment might not come for 3-4 weeks after you file.
Mateo Gonzalez
One last thing - if you're collecting unemployment in January, you might want to consider having taxes withheld just for the new tax year even if you didn't the previous year. Fresh start and all that.
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Olivia Clark
•That's exactly my situation! Starting fresh in 2025 with a new claim. Definitely going to have taxes withheld from the beginning.
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Nia Williams
Thanks everyone for all the advice! This thread has been super helpful. I'm going to select the tax withholding option when I file my claim tomorrow. Better to be safe than sorry, and I'd rather have a smaller weekly payment than a big tax surprise next year.
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Javier Morales
•Smart choice! You'll thank yourself next tax season.
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Hiroshi Nakamura
•And remember, if you need to reach Washington ESD for any reason, Claimyr is there to help you get through to an actual person. Good luck with your claim!
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