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I'm in almost the exact same situation - 20 months of work history and just got laid off. Reading this thread is making me feel way more confident about applying. Thanks everyone!
Right? I was so worried for nothing. Definitely apply!
Both of you should be fine with that work history. Just file promptly and be thorough with your information.
Update: Just submitted my claim! The online application was actually pretty straightforward. Now I just have to wait and see what happens. Fingers crossed!
Awesome! You should hear back within a few weeks. Keep filing those weekly claims!
Well done taking action. Your work history sounds solid so I'd expect approval.
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For anyone still confused, the key things to remember: 1) Base year is specific quarters, not just your last job, 2) Highest quarter earnings determine your weekly amount, 3) There are minimum and maximum limits, 4) Keep your pay records in case there are discrepancies. Hope this helps!
Perfect summary! Saving this comment for future reference.
Wish they taught this stuff in school instead of having to figure it out when you need unemployment benefits
One last tip - if you think Washington ESD calculated your benefits wrong, you can appeal the determination. You have 30 days from when you receive the letter to file an appeal. Don't wait if you think there's an error!
Good to know! My calculation seems right now that I understand it, but that's important info for others.
Yeah appeals are definitely worth it if the numbers don't add up. I successfully appealed when they missed wages from one of my employers.
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The worst part is not knowing if you did something wrong or if it's just slow. I kept second-guessing every answer I gave on my application thinking maybe I messed something up.
Exactly! I keep wondering if I should have answered some questions differently or if I forgot to include something important.
The anxiety is real. I barely slept the first two weeks waiting for some kind of update or response.
Update for anyone still following - got my determination letter today (day 12) and my claim was approved! First payment should hit my account in the next few days. So for me it ended up being about 2 weeks total which seems to be pretty typical based on what everyone here said.
That's great news! Gives me hope that mine should come through soon too. Thanks for updating us.
Congrats! Always good to hear when things work out. Hope everyone else waiting gets their approvals soon too.
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Based on everything discussed here, it sounds like you should definitely file. 8 months of work should be enough if you made decent money, and being laid off due to lack of work is a qualifying reason. Worst case scenario, they deny you and you're in the same position you're in now.
You're right - I have nothing to lose by trying. Thanks to everyone for all the helpful information!
One last tip - make sure you have all your employment information ready when you file. Employer names, addresses, dates of employment, reason for separation, etc. It'll make the application process much smoother.
I'll gather all that information before I start the application. Thanks for thinking of that detail!
GalacticGuardian
Make sure your direct deposit info is correct in your Washington ESD account. A friend of mine had his payment delayed by a week because he had an old bank account on file.
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Connor Gallagher
•Just double checked - all my banking info looks correct. Thanks for the reminder though!
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Nia Harris
•Yeah that's a good catch. Also make sure your name matches exactly what's on your bank account.
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Mateo Gonzalez
Update from the OP - just got paid this morning! Exactly 16 days from when I filed. Thanks everyone for the encouragement and advice. What a relief!
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Paolo Longo
•Great news! That's right in the normal timeframe. Make sure to keep filing your weekly claims on time to keep the payments coming.
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Amina Diallo
•So jealous! Still waiting on mine but this gives me hope.
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