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Grace Patel

What's the Washington ESD disaster unemployment assistance payment amount for 2025?

My area just got declared a federal disaster zone after the recent flooding and I'm trying to figure out if I should apply for disaster unemployment assistance through Washington ESD. My regular job is temporarily shut down because of flood damage to the building. Does anyone know what the weekly benefit amount is for DUA in Washington? I've been looking on the ESD website but can't find clear info about how much it actually pays compared to regular UI benefits.

Does anyone know if you can get DUA if you were already receiving regular unemployment when the disaster hit? My UI claim was ongoing when the flood happened and now I can't get back to work search because everything's closed.

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You can't get both at the same time, but you might be able to switch from regular UI to DUA if it would be more beneficial. Talk to Washington ESD about your specific situation.

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Thanks, I'll call them. Or try that Claimyr thing if I can't get through the regular way.

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The weekly amount calculation is: (highest quarter wages ÷ 25) + $15 for dependents if applicable. Same formula as regular UI. Min $295, max $999 for 2025 in Washington.

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That's really helpful, thanks! So if my highest quarter was around $12,600, I'd get about $504 per week?

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Yes, that math looks right. Plus any dependent allowance if you have qualifying dependents.

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Romeo Quest

Washington ESD unemployment payments - does unemployment pay weekly biweekly schedule?

I just got approved for unemployment benefits and I'm trying to figure out the payment schedule. Does unemployment pay weekly biweekly or what's the actual timing? I need to plan my budget and I'm seeing conflicting info online. Some people say you file weekly claims but get paid every two weeks, others say it's weekly payments. Can someone clarify how Washington ESD actually handles the payment timing?

This thread has been super helpful! I was wondering about the same thing and now I understand the weekly filing vs biweekly payment system much better.

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Glad it helped you too! I feel much better about my claim now.

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Same here. The weekly vs biweekly thing was really confusing until reading all these explanations.

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Thanks everyone for all the info! I think I've got a good handle on how the Washington ESD payment schedule works now. Weekly filing, biweekly payments, and don't skip any weekly claims even if payments seem delayed.

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Exactly! This thread cleared up all my confusion about the timing.

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And remember that claimyr.com option if you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD about your specific situation.

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Max Knight

Washington ESD unemployment rules - what are the actual requirements I need to follow?

I just got approved for unemployment after being laid off from my retail job last month. Washington ESD sent me some paperwork but honestly it's confusing and I'm worried about messing something up. Can someone break down the main rules I need to follow? Like how often do I file claims, what counts for job searching, and what could get me disqualified? I don't want to accidentally do something wrong and lose my benefits.

Just remember the golden rule: when in doubt, ask! Better to call and ask a stupid question than to assume and get it wrong. Your benefits are too important to mess around with guessing.

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That's good advice. I'll definitely ask if I'm unsure about anything.

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Here's the complete checklist I follow every week: 1) File weekly claim on time 2) Search for at least 3 jobs 3) Log all job search activities with details 4) Report any income earned 5) Keep all documentation 6) Respond to any mail from Washington ESD immediately. Stick to this and you should be fine.

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Perfect! I'm saving this list. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice.

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Good luck with your claim! The first few weeks are always the most stressful but you'll get into a routine.

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Brianna Schmidt

What disqualifies you from unemployment - Washington ESD denied my claim

Washington ESD just denied my unemployment claim and I'm completely confused about what disqualifies you from unemployment benefits. I was laid off from my warehouse job after 2 years but they're saying I'm not eligible. The letter mentions something about 'voluntary quit' but I was definitely laid off due to budget cuts. Has anyone else dealt with this? I thought getting laid off automatically qualified you for UI benefits. What are the main things that disqualify you from unemployment in Washington?

Just wanted to add - if you need help reaching Washington ESD for your appeal or questions, that Claimyr service people mentioned really does work. Used it myself when I was dealing with an overpayment issue. Sometimes you just need to talk to an actual person instead of trying to navigate their website or automated system.

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I'm definitely looking into it. At this point I need all the help I can get to sort this out quickly.

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Yeah, for something like this where there's clearly been an error, getting on the phone with an agent is usually the fastest way to resolution.

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Update us on how your appeal goes! These kinds of posts help other people who run into similar issues with Washington ESD.

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Will do! Thanks everyone for all the advice and support. Feeling much more confident about fighting this now.

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Ellie Perry

What disqualifies from unemployment benefits in Washington ESD - need to understand the rules

I'm trying to understand what can disqualify someone from getting unemployment benefits through Washington ESD. My brother just got fired from his job and he's worried he might not qualify because of the circumstances. He was let go for attendance issues but he says it was because of his car breaking down multiple times. I want to help him understand what might disqualify him before he applies. Can someone explain the main reasons Washington ESD would deny or disqualify someone from UI benefits?

Bottom line - tell your brother to file his claim and be honest about the circumstances. Provide any documentation he has about the car troubles and his attempts to work with his employer. Even if he gets initially disqualified, he can appeal and often win if he has a good case.

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Thanks everyone for all the advice. I'll pass this along to him and encourage him to apply. Sounds like he has a decent chance if he handles it right.

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You're welcome! The key is not to get discouraged if the initial decision doesn't go your way. The appeal process exists for a reason and people do win their cases regularly.

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I went through a similar situation last year and ended up using Claimyr to get through to Washington ESD when I needed to discuss my case. Worth checking out if your brother needs to talk to someone directly about his situation. The regular phone lines are impossible to get through on.

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I keep hearing about this service. Seems like a lot of people have had success with it.

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Yeah, it's pretty much the only reliable way to actually reach a human being at Washington ESD these days. The phone system is completely overwhelmed.

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