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Ethan Moore

Can you get unemployment with a severance package in Washington ESD?

My company is laying me off next month and they're offering a 6-week severance package. I'm wondering if I can still file for unemployment benefits through Washington ESD while receiving severance pay? I've heard conflicting information - some people say you have to wait until severance runs out, others say you can collect both. Does anyone know the actual rules for Washington state? I really need to understand this before I make any decisions about the severance offer.

The whole system is so confusing honestly. Why can't Washington ESD just have clear, simple rules about this stuff? Every situation seems to have different exceptions and complications.

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I totally agree. It shouldn't be this hard to figure out basic eligibility questions.

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Right? Like just tell us straight up - if you get severance for X weeks, you wait X weeks to file. But no, it has to be complicated.

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Bottom line - you'll probably need to wait until your severance period ends to collect unemployment. Use that time to prepare your job search strategy and get all your documentation ready for when you do file with Washington ESD.

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That seems to be the consensus. Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice. At least now I know what to expect.

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You're welcome! Good luck with everything. The job market is pretty good right now so hopefully you won't need benefits for too long.

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Olivia Harris

Can I get Washington ESD unemployment while on workers comp - denied claim need help

My Washington ESD unemployment claim got denied because I'm receiving workers compensation benefits. I hurt my back at my warehouse job 4 months ago and have been on workers comp since then. My doctor says I can do light duty work but my employer doesn't have any light duty positions available. I thought I could file for unemployment since I'm able to work just not at my regular job. The denial letter mentions something about being 'able and available' but I am available for other work that doesn't require heavy lifting. Has anyone successfully gotten unemployment while on workers comp in Washington? I really need the income since workers comp only covers about 60% of my wages.

I've been following this thread and just wanted to add - if you do end up needing to call Washington ESD about this, I had good luck with that Claimyr service too. I was skeptical at first but it really did get me through to an agent quickly. Sometimes talking to a real person helps clarify these confusing situations better than trying to figure it out from websites and letters.

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At this point I'm willing to try anything to get some real answers about my options. Thanks for the recommendation.

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Hope it helps. These situations are stressful enough without having to guess what the rules actually mean.

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Bottom line - focus on your workers comp case first since that's your primary source of income right now. Once that's resolved you'll have a clearer picture of your employment options and whether unemployment benefits make sense. Don't stress too much about unemployment until you know your final medical status.

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You're right. I think I was getting ahead of myself trying to solve everything at once. Need to take this step by step.

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Lorenzo McCormick

What are the negative effects of unemployment - struggling with mental health while on Washington ESD

Been unemployed for 8 months now after getting laid off from my manufacturing job. I know unemployment benefits help with the bills but I'm starting to realize there's a lot more damage happening that I didn't expect. My self-worth is shot, I barely leave the house anymore, and my family relationships are getting strained. My Washington ESD weekly claims keep me afloat financially but the isolation and rejection from job applications is wearing me down. Anyone else dealing with the mental/emotional side effects of being unemployed this long? How do you cope with feeling worthless when every job rejection feels personal?

Professional identity crisis is real. I used to introduce myself by my job title and company. Now I don't know how to answer 'what do you do?' without feeling ashamed.

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This hits home. I avoid networking events because I'm embarrassed to say I'm unemployed.

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I started saying I'm a 'consultant' to avoid the awkwardness. Technically not lying since I'm looking for work.

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Thanks for this thread. It's helpful to know I'm not alone in feeling like unemployment is destroying me in ways beyond just money. The mental health impact is something nobody talks about enough.

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Same here. Reading everyone's responses makes me feel less crazy for struggling with more than just finances.

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It's important to acknowledge that unemployment affects the whole person, not just their bank account. Seeking support for mental health during this time is crucial.

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Connor Richards

Is unemployment insurance the same as workers comp in Washington ESD?

I got injured at work last month and my supervisor mentioned both unemployment insurance and workers comp. Are these the same thing? I'm confused because I see references to both when I try to look up benefits online. My employer said I might qualify for one or both but I don't understand the difference. Can someone explain what Washington ESD unemployment insurance covers versus workers compensation?

One more thing - make sure you report your workplace injury to your employer immediately and get medical attention. Documentation is crucial for workers comp claims.

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Already reported it and saw a doctor. Good advice though!

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Hope your recovery goes smoothly! Workers comp should cover your medical treatment and time loss pay while you heal. Just don't expect the same level of benefits as your regular paycheck.

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Thank you! This whole thread has been incredibly helpful in understanding my options.

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Chad Winthrope

Do you get paid for the waiting week on unemployment in Washington ESD?

I just filed my first unemployment claim with Washington ESD and I'm confused about this waiting week thing. My claim was approved but I'm not seeing any payment for my first week. Do I eventually get paid for that waiting week or is it just lost money? I heard different things from different people and the ESD website isn't super clear about it. Really need to know because I'm already behind on bills.

I'm curious - does Washington pay the waiting week retroactively if you filed before 2018? Or is that just for new claims after they changed the rule?

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The elimination of the waiting week only applies to claims filed after the rule change in 2018. Claims filed before that would still have had the unpaid waiting week.

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That makes sense. Thanks for clarifying!

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Update: I ended up using Claimyr like several people suggested and got through to an ESD agent this morning. Turns out there was a verification flag on my account that was holding up the first week payment. The agent cleared it and said I should see the payment in 2-3 business days. Thanks everyone for the help!

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Great news! That verification flag thing happens more often than people realize.

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Perfect! Sounds like the exact same issue I had. Should be all set now.

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