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Aisha Mahmood

Can I get Washington ESD unemployment if I got hurt at work?

I slipped and fell at my warehouse job last month and injured my back pretty badly. My doctor says I can't do heavy lifting for at least 6 weeks, maybe longer. My employer put me on unpaid leave since they don't have any light duty positions available. I've been getting workers comp payments but they're way less than my regular pay. Can I also file for unemployment benefits with Washington ESD while I'm getting workers comp? I'm really struggling to pay my bills with the reduced income.

The bottom line is it depends on your specific medical restrictions and job availability. If you can do some type of work and are actively looking, you might qualify. But you absolutely need to be upfront about your workers comp claim when you apply for unemployment.

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I'll make sure to mention the workers comp claim in my application. Better to be honest from the start.

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Smart move. Washington ESD will find out about the workers comp anyway, so transparency is key.

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Just want to add that timing matters too. If you're in the middle of workers comp treatment and your doctor hasn't cleared you for any work yet, you probably won't qualify for unemployment. But once you're cleared for light duty or modified work, that's when you might be eligible.

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Good plan. Having that medical clearance will be crucial for your unemployment application.

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Also remember that even if you get cleared for light duty, you still need to be actively job searching to maintain your unemployment benefits.

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Liam Murphy

How long do you have to file for unemployment in Washington - missed deadline?

I got laid off from my warehouse job about 6 weeks ago and I'm just now realizing I should have filed for unemployment benefits right away. I kept thinking I'd find something quickly but the job market is brutal right now. Does anyone know how long you have to file for unemployment in Washington? Did I miss my chance completely or can I still file a claim with Washington ESD? I'm really stressing about this because I've been burning through my savings to pay rent.

Don't beat yourself up about waiting 6 weeks. A lot of people don't realize they need to file immediately. The important thing is you're doing it now.

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Thanks, I needed to hear that. I've been stressing about it for days.

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We've all made mistakes with this stuff. Focus on moving forward and getting your benefits set up.

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Update us when you get your claim filed! Always good to hear success stories, especially for people who were worried they'd missed their chance.

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Will do! Planning to file tonight and I'll let everyone know how it goes.

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Awesome! Rooting for you. The hardest part is just getting started.

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Oliver Cheng

Can you get unemployment if you were terminated from your job in Washington?

I got fired from my retail job last week and I'm not sure if I can even apply for unemployment benefits. My manager said it was for attendance issues but I feel like it wasn't fair - I had some legitimate reasons for being late a few times. Does anyone know if Washington ESD will approve unemployment if you were terminated? I'm really stressed about paying my bills and need to know if it's even worth applying.

Thank you everyone for all the advice and encouragement. I'm going to apply tonight and see what happens. Feeling much more confident about it now.

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Good luck! Keep us posted on how it goes.

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Ravi Malhotra

What is the unemployment benefits process in Washington - complete beginner confused

I just got laid off from my restaurant job last week and everyone keeps telling me to file for unemployment but I honestly have no idea what that even means or how it works. I've never had to deal with this before and I'm completely lost. Like do I just call someone? Is there a website? How much money do you get? I tried googling but there's so much information and I don't understand half the terms they use. Can someone please explain this to me like I'm 5 years old? I'm really stressed about paying rent next month.

Last piece of advice - if your claim gets flagged for adjudication (review), don't panic. It's pretty common and usually resolves within a few weeks. They might need to verify your employment or reason for separation. Just respond to any requests for information quickly and accurately.

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Thank you everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I'm going to start my application tomorrow morning.

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You're welcome! Feel free to come back and ask questions if you get stuck. We've all been there and are happy to help.

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Good luck with your application! The restaurant industry has been tough lately but there are lots of opportunities out there. Use your unemployment time to maybe explore some new career options too.

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I've actually been thinking about that. Maybe this is a chance to try something different.

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Absolutely! WorkSourceWA has career counseling services and job training programs you might want to look into while you're collecting benefits.

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Angel Campbell

How long do u have to work to get unemployment benefits in Washington state?

trying to figure out if I qualify for unemployment benefits in washington. I've been working part time for about 8 months at a retail job but not sure if thats enough time to qualify? also worked at another place for like 3 months before that but quit because the manager was terrible. does washington esd look at how long you worked total or just at your last job? really confused about all this and need to know before I file a claim

Remember to file your claim as soon as possible - benefits start from the date you file, not from when you became unemployed. And keep filing those weekly claims even if your initial claim is under adjudication review.

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This is crucial advice - I see people make this mistake all the time and lose out on weeks of benefits

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Harold Oh

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Best of luck with your claim! You seem to have enough work history based on what you described. Just be thorough in documenting the hostile work environment from your previous job and you should be good to go.

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thank you so much for all the detailed explanations!

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