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Just want to add that if you do end up needing to appeal this or get more information, don't wait too long. Most deadlines with Washington ESD are pretty strict and they're not always flexible about extensions.
Good point. I've been putting this off for a few days already. Better to handle it now than regret waiting later.
Exactly. Even if you just call to ask questions, that shows you're being proactive about resolving it.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I'm going to try the online payment system first, and if that doesn't work I'll look into that Claimyr service to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD. Really appreciate all the different perspectives on this.
Good luck! Let us know how it goes - your experience might help someone else in the same situation.
Will do! This thread has been way more helpful than anything I found on the Washington ESD website.
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Make sure you understand the difference between fraud and overpayment. Fraud requires intent to deceive. Overpayment can happen due to mistakes or misunderstanding. Your situation sounds like the latter.
That's a really important distinction I didn't know about. So they have to prove I intended to deceive them for it to be fraud?
Exactly. The fact that you're now trying to fix it voluntarily actually works in your favor to show you didn't have fraudulent intent.
Whatever you do, don't ignore this hoping it goes away. I know someone who did that and it turned a simple overpayment into a much bigger problem with way higher penalties.
Definitely not ignoring it. I'm going to try calling first thing Monday and if I can't get through I'll try that Claimyr service.
Good plan. The sooner you get this sorted, the better. And remember, thousands of people deal with similar issues - you're not the first person this has happened to.
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For what it's worth, I used Claimyr last month when I couldn't get through to Washington ESD about my weekly claim certification. It was super easy and they got me connected right away. Worth checking out the demo they have online.
Alright that's three recommendations now. I'm convinced. Thanks everyone for the advice and perspectives on the job market situation.
Just remember that unemployment numbers are lagging indicators. By the time we see them spike, the economic problems that caused them started months earlier. The good news is that means recovery can happen faster than the numbers suggest too.
That's actually hopeful. Maybe things will turn around sooner than we think.
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For what it's worth, Washington ESD benefits are among the better ones in the country. The maximum weekly amount is pretty decent compared to other states, and the duration is standard at 26 weeks.
That's reassuring! I was worried I wouldn't get enough to cover my basic expenses.
One last tip - make sure you understand the difference between your weekly benefit amount and your maximum benefit amount. The weekly is what you get each week, the maximum is the total you can collect over the entire benefit year (weekly amount × 26 weeks).
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! This gives me a much better idea of what to expect from Washington ESD.
Good luck with your claim! Hope you get back to work soon but at least you'll have some income while you search.
Justin Evans
been following this thread and it's really helpful. i'm in HR and see this situation a lot. employers sometimes think firing someone automatically disqualifies them from unemployment but that's not how it works. the reason for termination is what matters.
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Lucas Adams
•From an HR perspective, does my situation sound like something that would qualify for benefits?
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Justin Evans
•Based on what you've described - performance issues combined with safety complaints and sudden write-ups after two years of good performance - yes, I think you have a strong case for approval.
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Emily Parker
Update for everyone following: I filed my claim this morning after reading this thread. Process was easier than I expected. Now just waiting to see what happens with adjudication. Thanks everyone for the encouragement and advice!
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Harper Hill
•Good for you for taking action. Keep us posted on how it goes. Your experience will help others in similar situations.
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Ezra Collins
•Good luck! The waiting is the hardest part but at least you got the process started.
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