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Just remember that unemployment is insurance you and your employers have been paying into. Don't feel bad about using it if you need it - that's what it's there for!
Thanks for saying that. I do sometimes feel guilty about even considering it.
Absolutely! It's a safety net that exists for exactly these situations. You've earned the right to use it.
For anyone else reading this thread - if you're worried about eligibility, you can always file a claim and let Washington ESD make the determination. There's no penalty for filing if you don't qualify, they'll just deny the claim.
That's good to know. Takes some of the pressure off trying to figure it out beforehand.
Exactly! Better to file and find out than to assume you don't qualify and miss out on benefits you're entitled to.
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Final thought - even if the process is challenging, don't let that discourage you from filing if you genuinely had good cause to quit. The benefits are there for situations exactly like yours, and Washington ESD does approve these claims when the evidence supports it.
Thanks to everyone who shared advice and experiences. I'm feeling much more confident about moving forward with my claim.
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thanks everyone for all the helpful info! this thread answered all my questions about collecting both benefits
Same here! Really appreciate everyone sharing their experiences.
One more tip - if you do need to contact Washington ESD about this or any other questions, that Claimyr service really does work. I was skeptical at first but it saved me hours of frustration trying to get through on the phone.
I'll definitely keep that in mind if I run into issues. Thanks for the recommendation!
No problem! Good luck with your claim.
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Another option for getting quick answers is using Claimyr when you need to talk to Washington ESD directly. I was stuck on whether my freelance work would affect my benefits and needed to speak with someone who could look at my specific situation. Way better than playing phone tag for days.
Did they help you figure out how freelance income affects benefits? That's my exact situation right now.
Yes! They explained that you report freelance earnings in the week you actually get paid, not when you do the work. Makes a big difference for benefit calculations.
The income requirements can be tricky. You need wages in at least 2 quarters AND total wages of at least $3,850 in your base period. But there's also a second test where your wages in your highest quarter need to be at least 1.5 times your wages in another quarter. Most people meet this but it's good to know about.
The Washington ESD website has the details but it's pretty dense. Sometimes talking to an actual person helps make sense of it all.
This thread has been incredibly helpful. I feel like I actually understand the process now instead of being completely lost!
Cass Green
One more thing - if you have any kind of severance agreement or non-compete clause, make sure it doesn't affect your ability to work. Washington ESD will consider that when determining if you're available for work.
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Nasira Ibanez
•Good point. I do have a non-compete but it's pretty narrow in scope.
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Cass Green
•As long as it doesn't prevent you from taking most jobs in your field, you should be okay. But be prepared to explain it if they ask.
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Jacinda Yu
Final advice - if you do get denied and need to appeal, don't wait. You only have 30 days from the date of the determination letter. And if you need help understanding the process or getting through to someone at Washington ESD, check out claimyr.com. Sometimes talking to an actual person can clear up issues that seem impossible to resolve online.
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Nasira Ibanez
•Thanks everyone. This thread has been way more helpful than the Washington ESD website. I feel like I actually understand what I'm getting into now.
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Khalil Urso
•Good luck! File as soon as you're eligible and don't let the process intimidate you. Most people who qualify do get approved eventually.
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