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Was a bit nervous or untrusting at first, but my calls went thru. First time the wait was a bit long but their customer chat line on their page was helpful and put me at ease that I would receive my call. Today my call dropped because of EDD and Claimyr heard my concern on the same chat and another call was made within the hour.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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Just wanted to add that military members have special rules for unemployment benefits. If you're transitioning out of the military, you might be eligible for Unemployment Compensation for Ex-servicemembers (UCX). The timing and requirements are different from regular unemployment.
Does military service count toward the work history requirements for regular unemployment too?
Military service can count, but it depends on your specific situation and when you served. Best to check with Washington ESD directly about how military service affects your claim.
One last tip - even if your employer offers severance pay, you can usually still file for unemployment benefits. Severance might affect the timing of when benefits start, but it doesn't automatically disqualify you. Check with Washington ESD about how severance impacts your specific situation.
It depends on how the severance is structured. Some types delay benefits, others don't. Claimyr might be helpful for getting a definitive answer about your specific severance situation.
Wish I had known this earlier. I waited until my severance ended to file and probably missed out on overlapping benefits.
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For what it's worth, I used Claimyr twice - once to ask about Social Security and unemployment, and again when my claim got stuck in adjudication. Both times they got me through to helpful agents who resolved my issues quickly.
Did you have to wait long to get connected through their service?
First time was about 15 minutes, second time took maybe 30 minutes. Way better than the hours I spent trying to call directly.
Bottom line - yes you can collect both, but make sure you're meeting all the unemployment requirements. Age discrimination is real but don't let that stop you from claiming benefits you've earned.
Thanks everyone! I feel much more confident about filing now. Going to submit my application this weekend.
Good luck! The worst they can do is say no, but based on what you've described, you should be approved.
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One more tip - when they ask about your separation reason, be specific but concise. 'Terminated for alleged performance issues following safety complaint' is better than a long emotional explanation.
That's good advice, I tend to over-explain things when I'm nervous.
Keep it factual and let the adjudicator ask follow-up questions if they need more details.
If you need to reach someone at Washington ESD about your claim and can't get through on the phone, that Claimyr service mentioned earlier actually works. I was skeptical at first but it saved me from weeks of calling. Worth looking into if you run into issues.
I'll keep that in mind if I need to talk to someone during the process. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice!
Good luck with your claim! Sounds like you have a good case based on the circumstances you described.
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Bottom line - when unemployment goes up, expect longer waits for everything related to Washington ESD. Filing, adjudication, appeals, phone calls, even getting your debit card can take longer.
Thanks everyone for all the info. At least now I know what I'm dealing with.
Hang in there! The system does work eventually, it just takes patience when volume is high.
If you're still having trouble getting through to Washington ESD, that Claimyr service really does work. I was skeptical at first but it saved me so much time and frustration.
I might try it if my adjudication drags on much longer.
Worth it just for peace of mind. At least you'll know exactly what's happening with your claim.
Kylo Ren
I used that Claimyr service someone mentioned earlier and it was actually pretty helpful. Got connected to an ESD rep who explained my exact benefit duration and answered all my questions about the weekly claims process. Saved me days of trying to get through on my own.
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Ana Erdoğan
•Good to hear another positive experience with that service. I might have to try it myself.
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Nina Fitzgerald
•seems like a lot of people are having success with it for getting through to ESD
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Jason Brewer
Just to wrap this up for anyone reading - Washington unemployment benefits last up to 26 weeks maximum within a 52-week benefit year. Your actual duration depends on your work history and is shown in your monetary determination. Keep filing weekly claims and meeting job search requirements to continue receiving benefits for the full duration you qualify for.
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Ana Erdoğan
•Perfect summary! Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses.
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Kiara Fisherman
•this thread was really helpful, I had the same questions about benefit duration
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