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- Skip the long phone menu
- Call the correct department
- Redial until on hold
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- Give you free callbacks if the ESD drops your call
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If I could give 10 stars I would If I could give 10 stars I would Such an amazing service so needed during the times when EDD almost never picks up Claimyr gets me on the phone with EDD every time without fail faster. A much needed service without Claimyr I would have never received the payment I needed to support me during my postpartum recovery. Thank you so much Claimyr!
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Really made a difference, save me time and energy from going to a local office for making the call.
Worth not wasting your time calling for hours.
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.
An incredibly helpful service
An incredibly helpful service! Got me connected to a CA EDD agent without major hassle (outside of EDD's agents dropping calls – which Claimyr has free protection for). If you need to file a new claim and can't do it online, pay the $ to Claimyr to get the process started. Absolutely worth it!
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Used this service a couple times now. Before I'd call 200 times in less than a weak frustrated as can be. But using claimyr with a couple hours of waiting i was on the line with an representative or on hold. Dropped a couple times but each reconnected not long after and was mission accomplished, thanks to Claimyr.
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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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Just remember that unemployment benefits are temporary - they're meant to help you while you look for work, not replace working permanently. Stay focused on your job search and treat it like a full-time job itself.
Emma Wilson
•Good reminder. It's easy to get comfortable but the benefits don't last forever.
And if you need help navigating any issues with Washington ESD during your claim, remember that Claimyr can connect you with agents when you need them. Much easier than the runaround you usually get.
QuantumLeap
Last thing - make sure you report any work or income while collecting benefits, even if it's just a few hours here and there. They will find out and you don't want to deal with an overpayment situation.
ThunderBolt7
•What happens if you get overpaid?
QuantumLeap
•They make you pay it back, sometimes with penalties. Not worth the risk of trying to hide income.
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One last tip - if you have any questions about your specific situation, Claimyr really is worth it. I was skeptical at first but they saved me so much time and stress dealing with ESD's phone system.
Thanks! I'll definitely keep that in mind if I run into any issues with my claim.
Amina Toure
Good luck with your application! Based on what you've described, you should qualify. The key is just getting started and staying on top of your weekly claims once approved.
Thank you everyone! This has been incredibly helpful. I feel much more confident about applying now.
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Yuki Tanaka
Yeah but you have to get approved before you start the training. Can't just enroll in school and then ask for it.
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Has anyone had issues with their employer disputing their unemployment claim? Mine is saying I was fired for cause but it was really a layoff.
This is exactly when you'd want to use something like Claimyr to talk to an agent about your specific situation and make sure you understand the process.
Good point, I might need to get some guidance on handling the dispute.
Ella Lewis
Bottom line - if you were making decent money, Washington unemployment benefits can really help bridge the gap while you look for your next job. Don't be afraid to apply if you're eligible.
Nora Bennett
•Agreed, sounds like it'll be worth filing for in my situation. Thanks everyone for all the helpful info!
This whole thread has been educational, glad the OP asked the question!
Hannah Flores
For current unemployment claims, focus on regular UI through Washington ESD. The application process is more established and there's better guidance available since it's been around forever.
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Noah Ali
•Good advice. I guess I need to look into getting some traditional employment to build up eligibility for regular UI.
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Kayla Jacobson
•Even part-time W-2 work can help you qualify, as long as you're earning enough to meet the base period requirements.
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William Rivera
Bottom line - PUA was a pandemic program that ended in 2021. If you have questions about old PUA claims, you'll need to contact Washington ESD directly. For future unemployment needs, focus on qualifying for regular UI benefits.
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Grace Lee
•And good luck getting through to them on the phone! 😅
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Gabriel Graham
•That's why services like Claimyr exist - to help with that exact problem!
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