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Bottom line for OP and anyone else reading this: FILE YOUR CLAIM NOW. Don't wait another day. Yes, you can technically wait up to a year, but every day you wait is money you're giving up. The online application isn't that complicated and you can always call for help if you get stuck.
Good! Come back and update us on how it goes. The community is here to help with any other questions.
And remember, if you need to talk to Washington ESD about anything, Claimyr.com can save you hours of phone time. Really game-changing service.
Just want to add that even if you're not sure you qualify for benefits, it's worth filing anyway. The worst they can do is say no, but at least you'll know for sure. And if there are any issues with your claim, it's better to start the process early so you have time to resolve them.
That's a good point. I was worried about filing if I might not qualify, but you're right - better to find out sooner rather than later.
Exactly. And if you do qualify, you'll be getting payments while sorting out any complications instead of missing out completely.
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just wanted to add that the 26 weeks resets if you work enough hours and earn enough wages to qualify for a new benefit year. so if you find work for a while then get laid off again, you could potentially get another 26 weeks
you need to earn at least $3,400 in covered wages during your base period and work in at least two quarters. the exact requirements can be complicated so best to check with washington esd
This is where having a reliable way to contact ESD comes in handy. All these qualification questions are easier to get answered when you can actually reach someone. That Claimyr service mentioned earlier has been a lifesaver for getting through to agents when I had questions about my base period earnings.
One more thing - make sure you understand the difference between your benefit week and your benefit year. Your benefit year is 52 weeks from when you first filed, but you only get up to 26 weeks of actual payments during that year.
Exactly. If you find work after 10 weeks and then get laid off again 6 months later, you'd only have 16 weeks left in that benefit year (assuming you still qualify).
this is why its so important to understand all the rules upfront. wish washington esd made this stuff clearer on their website
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Final thought - once you file, you'll get a monetary determination letter showing your weekly benefit amount and total benefits available. Keep that somewhere safe.
How long does it take to get that letter usually?
Usually within a week of filing if there are no issues with your claim.
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One last tip - if you get denied for disability initially (which happens to most people), you can appeal while continuing unemployment if you're still able to do some work. The appeals process takes even longer than the initial application.
Good to know. I've heard most people get denied the first time anyway.
Yeah, it's unfortunately very common. Don't get discouraged if it happens - just keep appealing and documenting everything.
Sophia Carter
thanks for this thread everyone. hitting the 26 week wall is scary but at least now i have some ideas of where to look for help
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Bethany Groves
•Same here. It helps to know I'm not the only one dealing with this situation.
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Bethany Groves
Update: I ended up trying Claimyr after reading about it here and was able to speak with a Washington ESD representative within 24 hours. They explained my options and helped me understand what programs I might qualify for after my benefits end. Definitely worth it for the peace of mind and actual information instead of just guessing what might be available.
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Chloe Zhang
•Glad you got some answers! The uncertainty of not knowing what comes next is almost worse than knowing you'll run out of benefits.
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Bethany Groves
•Exactly. Now I can actually plan instead of just worrying about what might happen.
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