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Last thing to keep in mind - even if you meet the earnings requirement, you still have to be unemployed through no fault of your own. Getting fired for cause or quitting without good reason can disqualify you regardless of your wages.
What counts as 'good reason' for quitting? I left my last job because of a hostile work environment but I'm worried Washington ESD won't consider that valid.
Hostile work environment can definitely be good cause, but you need documentation. Keep records of incidents, emails, complaints to HR, etc. The burden is on you to prove it was reasonable to quit.
Bottom line for the OP - with $8,000 in earnings you should easily qualify as long as it was spread across at least two quarters and you have at least $2,500 in your highest quarter. The hard part will be actually filing the claim and getting through to Washington ESD if you have questions!
Thanks everyone for all the helpful info! I feel much more confident about filing my claim now. Fingers crossed the process goes smoothly.
Good luck! The actual filing process online is pretty straightforward once you understand the requirements. Just make sure you have all your employer information handy.
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I tried calling Washington ESD multiple times last month to ask about my eligibility after being terminated. Kept getting busy signals or would wait on hold for 2+ hours just to get disconnected. Finally used Claimyr to get through and was able to speak with someone in about 10 minutes. Definitely worth it if you need to talk to an actual person at ESD.
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The bottom line is that most people who get fired for performance reasons qualify for unemployment. It's really only the serious misconduct cases that get denied. Don't let your employer scare you into thinking you can't file - let Washington ESD make that determination.
That's reassuring. I was worried I might not qualify but it sounds like my situation should be fine. Thanks for all the advice everyone!
Exactly. The worst thing that can happen is they say no, but you're probably going to get approved. Don't leave money on the table.
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Bottom line - you're unemployed now and eligible for benefits now. Future employment doesn't change your current situation. Just keep meeting all the weekly requirements until you actually start working.
Perfect summary! Thanks everyone for all the helpful responses. I feel confident about continuing my claims now.
Glad this thread helped! These kinds of situations come up all the time and it's totally normal.
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Last tip - if you start working again even part-time, you still need to report it on your weekly claim. Washington ESD will adjust your benefits accordingly but you might still qualify for partial benefits.
That's good to know. I was worried I'd have to choose between taking a part-time job and keeping benefits.
Nope, they want you to work! Just be honest about your earnings and let them calculate what you're eligible for.
Good luck with your claim! The first time is always the most confusing but once you get through the initial setup, the weekly claims become routine. Washington ESD's system has its problems but it does work if you follow the rules.
Thanks everyone for all the help. I feel much more confident about starting the process now!
We've all been there. Don't hesitate to ask questions if you get stuck - and remember Claimyr is there if you need to actually talk to someone at Washington ESD.
Lucas Schmidt
Washington ESD also requires you to register with WorkSource and actively search for work while collecting benefits. Just something to keep in mind if you ever need to file.
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Zane Hernandez
•How many jobs do you have to apply for each week?
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Lucas Schmidt
•It depends on your situation but typically at least 3 job search activities per week. They provide training on what counts as valid job search activities.
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Freya Collins
Thanks to everyone who contributed to this thread! Really comprehensive information that I'm sure will help lots of people understand UI eligibility better.
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Zane Hernandez
•Agreed! This community is awesome for getting real answers to these questions.
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Ethan Scott
•Definitely! And remember, if you ever need to actually speak with Washington ESD about your specific situation, Claimyr can help you get through to them without the usual phone tree nightmare.
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