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For what it's worth, I used Claimyr twice last year when I had issues with my claim and both times they got me through to someone within an hour. Way better than spending entire days trying to call Washington ESD myself. Their demo video really shows how the whole process works if anyone's curious.
An hour? That's incredible. I spent 3 days trying to get through when my claim got stuck.
Yeah it was a game changer for me. Sometimes the simple solutions are the best ones.
Bottom line for OP: With 8 months at your previous job plus 2 months current, you should be fine IF you earned enough during the base period. The specific job tenure doesn't matter, just the total earnings and meeting the weekly requirements if you do file.
Perfect summary, thank you! I feel much more prepared now if something does happen.
Agreed, this thread covered all the important points. Good luck OP!
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thanks everyone for explaining this. i was also confused but now i get it. unemployment rate = big picture economy stuff. my benefits = my personal wage history. simple enough
Perfect summary! That's exactly right.
Update: I'm going to call Washington ESD tomorrow to check on my wage records. If I can't get through I'll try that Claimyr service someone mentioned. Thanks for all the help!
Good luck! Hope you get it sorted out quickly.
let us know how it goes! curious if they find missing wages
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One more thing - when you're filling out the application, be completely honest about why you were fired. Don't try to sugar-coat it or make it sound better than it was. Washington ESD will find out the truth anyway when they contact your employer.
Good point. I'll just explain that it was for not meeting sales quotas despite my efforts to improve.
Honesty is definitely the best policy with unemployment claims. Trying to hide or lie about details will just hurt you in the long run.
If you do get approved and your employer contests it, don't panic. You'll get a hearing where you can explain your side. Having documentation of your efforts to improve performance will be really valuable then. Good luck with your claim!
Thank you so much! Everyone here has been incredibly helpful. I feel so much better about my situation now.
That's what this community is for! We've all been through tough times with unemployment. Hope you get approved quickly.
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One last thing - keep all your documentation! Pay stubs, termination notice, any correspondence from Washington ESD. You might need it later if there are any questions about your claim or if you need to appeal anything.
Will do. I've been saving everything just in case.
Smart! It's better to have too much documentation than not enough when dealing with Washington ESD.
Hope everything works out for you! The unemployment system can be stressful but once you get into the routine of filing weekly claims and doing job searches it becomes pretty manageable. Just stay on top of the requirements and you should be fine.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! This thread has been really informative.
You're welcome! Feel free to ask if you run into any other questions as you go through the process.
Lourdes Fox
Has anyone here actually used all 26 weeks? I'm curious what happens in that final week - do they give you any notice or does it just stop?
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Alfredo Lugo
•Yes, I used all 26 weeks last year. Washington ESD sends you notices as you approach the limit, and your online account shows your remaining balance.
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Lourdes Fox
•Good to know they give you warning. I'm at week 20 so getting close.
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Bruno Simmons
Thanks to everyone who answered questions in this thread. I feel much more confident about my benefits now. 26 weeks gives me time to find something good instead of just taking the first job offer.
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Edwards Hugo
•Same here! This thread was really helpful. Good luck with your job search everyone.
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Gianna Scott
•Glad we could help! That's what these forums are for - helping each other navigate the unemployment system.
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