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Can you get Washington ESD unemployment with severance pay?
I just got laid off from my tech job after 6 years and they're giving me 12 weeks of severance pay. I'm wondering if I can still file for unemployment benefits with Washington ESD while receiving severance? The severance is structured as regular payroll for the next 3 months. I've heard different things about whether this affects your UI eligibility. Has anyone been in this situation before?
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How to figure out how much unemployment I will get from Washington ESD
I just got laid off from my job at a manufacturing plant after working there for 2.5 years. I'm trying to figure out exactly how much my weekly unemployment benefit will be before I file my claim with Washington ESD. I was making about $52,000 a year ($1,000 per week before taxes). I've heard it's based on your earnings but I can't find a clear calculator or formula anywhere on the Washington ESD website. Does anyone know how they actually calculate the weekly benefit amount? I want to budget properly while I'm job searching.
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Bottom line - the formula is pretty straightforward but your actual wages might be different than you think. File your claim and see what the system calculates based on your actual employment records.
Thanks everyone! This has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about filing now.
Good luck with your claim! The whole process is less scary once you understand how it works.
Do you have to pay for Washington ESD unemployment benefits when you apply?
I'm about to file for unemployment for the first time and I'm confused about whether there are any fees. My friend mentioned something about paying for benefits but that doesn't sound right? I lost my job last week and really need to know if Washington ESD charges anything to file a claim or receive benefits. Can someone clarify this for me?
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Welcome to the community! Don't hesitate to ask more questions as you go through the process. We've all been there and are happy to help.
This has been incredibly helpful. I really appreciate everyone taking the time to explain everything clearly.
How do I file for unemployment benefits in Washington state?
I just got laid off from my job last week and I'm completely lost on how to file for unemployment benefits. I've never done this before and the Washington ESD website is really confusing. Can someone walk me through the process step by step? Do I need to gather specific documents first? How long does it usually take to get approved?
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One more tip - if you're not sure about something, it's better to call and ask than to guess. Wrong information can delay your claim for weeks.
Thanks everyone for all the help! This is way less intimidating now that I understand the process.
What does pay type progress mean for unemployment on Washington ESD account?
I'm looking at my Washington ESD account and under my weekly claim it shows 'pay type progress' but I have no idea what this means. I filed my claim on Sunday like usual and reported my work hours correctly. Is this normal or should I be worried? I've never seen this status before and can't find any explanation on the ESD website.
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For what it's worth, I used that claimyr service someone mentioned earlier and it really did help me get through to Washington ESD when I had a similar confusing status. Worth considering if this doesn't resolve in a few days.
I'll definitely keep that in mind if I need to call them. Thanks for the recommendation!
Isabella Santos
Been through this twice in my career. Both times I filed for unemployment immediately and just reported severance on weekly claims. The process was smooth both times. Washington ESD is pretty experienced with this situation since it's common in corporate layoffs.
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Ava Thompson
AuthorThat's reassuring to hear. Did you have any issues with the transition from severance to receiving benefits?
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Isabella Santos
No issues at all. The benefits started automatically the week after my severance ended. Just make sure you keep filing your weekly claims during the severance period even though you're not getting paid.
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Ravi Sharma
One more thing - keep records of everything. Save copies of your severance agreement, pay stubs showing the severance payments, and any communication with Washington ESD. If there's ever an audit or overpayment investigation, you'll be glad you have documentation.
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Ava Thompson
AuthorGreat advice. I'll set up a folder for all the unemployment related documents. Thanks everyone for all the help!
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Miguel Herrera
You're welcome! Feel free to post again if you run into any issues during the process.
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