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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 used Claimyr a few weeks ago when I had questions about my part-time earnings and it was totally worth it. Got connected to someone who explained the whole calculation to me step by step. Way better than trying to figure it out from their confusing website.
I'm definitely going to check that out. I still have questions about how this all works and I don't want to mess anything up.
Same, I've been putting off calling Washington ESD for weeks because I know it's going to be a nightmare trying to get through.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info in this thread. I feel much more confident about reporting my part-time wages correctly now. It's nice to know other people are dealing with the same confusion!
Agreed! This has been super helpful. I'm going to start my part-time job next week and feel prepared now.
Glad we could help! Just remember to always report accurately and you'll be fine.
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Bottom line - 26 weeks is what you get. No extensions, no special programs like during COVID. Plan accordingly and start your job search immediately.
Got it. 26 weeks and that's it. Time to get serious about finding work.
Exactly. And if you run into any issues with Washington ESD, don't waste time trying to call. There are better ways to get help.
I'm at week 22 of my 26 weeks and getting nervous. The holidays really slowed down hiring in my field. Wish I had known how fast it would go.
I'm in office work. Yeah, hoping things pick up after New Year but running out of time on benefits.
If you need to talk to Washington ESD about your situation or explore any options, definitely don't wait. The sooner you can get through to them the better.
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bottom line - you can file as many legitimate unemployment claims as you qualify for with washington esd. just make sure you meet the wage requirements each time and file promptly after separation
Thanks everyone! This thread has been super helpful. I feel much more confident about filing my new claim now.
Good luck with your claim! The process gets easier once you've been through it a few times.
One last tip - keep copies of everything when you file multiple claims. Washington ESD sometimes asks for documentation from previous claims when processing new ones, especially if there are gaps in your work history.
Great advice. I learned this the hard way when they asked for separation documents from a job I had two years ago.
I'll definitely keep better records going forward. Thanks for all the help everyone!
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I work part-time now and still file weekly claims for partial benefits. Even if you work 20 hours that week, you might still qualify for some unemployment money depending on how much you earned.
Really? I thought any work would disqualify you completely.
Nope! Washington ESD has a formula where they reduce your benefits based on your earnings, but you can still get partial payments. It's actually encouraged because it helps you transition back to full-time work.
Just want to echo what others have said - set up that Sunday reminder and stick to it religiously. I've been filing for 8 weeks now and it's become second nature. Don't overthink it!
Thanks everyone, this has been super helpful. I feel way less anxious about the whole process now.
That's what this community is for! We've all been there with the unemployment stress.
Sebastian Scott
Just remember that earning something is better than earning nothing. Even if your unemployment gets reduced, you're still bringing in more total income than just sitting on benefits alone. Plus you're gaining work experience.
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Ethan Anderson
•True! And this part-time job could lead to full-time eventually.
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Sebastian Scott
•Exactly. Many people get hired full-time after proving themselves in part-time positions.
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Emily Sanjay
Make sure your part-time employer knows you're on unemployment. Some employers are understanding and might be flexible with scheduling while you continue job searching for full-time work.
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Ethan Anderson
•Good point. I should mention that during my interview.
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Emily Sanjay
•Most employers understand the situation, especially in this job market. Being upfront about it shows honesty.
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