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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.
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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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Final tip - when you file your claim, make sure you have your federal EIN number handy. Washington ESD will ask for it to verify your business registration and wage records.
Perfect! I have that number saved. Thanks for the heads up.
Also make sure you know your SIC code if they ask - it's the industry classification code for your business type
Update: I just filed using the information from this thread and the process was actually pretty straightforward. Used Claimyr to get through to ESD and they confirmed my eligibility right away. Thanks everyone!
About 10 minutes to get connected, then maybe 15 minutes on the phone with the ESD agent. So much better than trying to call on my own.
Definitely going to try that service myself. Thanks for the update!
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I had a really complex situation with my employer disputing my claim. Couldn't get through to Washington ESD for weeks to provide my side of the story. Used Claimyr to finally connect with an agent and was able to submit the evidence I needed. The system is frustrating but there are ways to work around the phone issues.
Employer disputes are so stressful. Did you need a lawyer or were you able to handle it yourself?
I handled it myself once I could actually talk to someone at Washington ESD. They walked me through what documentation would be most helpful for my case.
Bottom line is that Washington ESD has to follow specific rules when determining eligibility. Understanding these rules can help you avoid common pitfalls and know what to expect if you need to file a claim. Most denials are based on clearly defined criteria, not arbitrary decisions.
Agreed! I wish I had known about half of this stuff when I first filed my claim.
Thanks everyone for sharing your knowledge and experiences. This has been incredibly educational.
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One last tip - make sure all your employer information is accurate on your application. Wrong info can cause delays or affect your benefit calculation since Washington ESD verifies everything with your past employers.
Great advice! I'll double-check all my employment dates and employer info before submitting.
This is so important! I had to correct my employer's address and it delayed my claim by 3 weeks
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One more thing - if you do have trouble reaching Washington ESD by phone, I can also vouch for that Claimyr service. Saved me hours of frustration when I needed to get my adjudication issue resolved. Worth checking out at claimyr.com if you get stuck.
Several people have mentioned that service now. Must be pretty helpful.
I might need to try that too. The wait times are ridiculous.
Lydia Bailey
Has anyone here successfully transitioned to gig work or freelancing before their benefits ran out? I'm wondering if that's a viable option to bridge the gap while still looking for permanent employment.
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Lydia Bailey
•Yes you have to report it, but you might still get partial benefits depending on how much you earn. Could be worth looking into if you're getting close to exhaustion.
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Mohammed Khan
•Just make sure you understand the working while collecting rules before you start any gig work. Washington ESD has specific formulas for how outside income affects your weekly benefit amount.
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Mateo Warren
Bottom line is that yes, unemployment benefits can and do run out. Plan accordingly, don't wait until the last minute to explore other options, and remember that this situation is temporary even though it doesn't feel like it when you're living through it.
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Ella Russell
•Thanks everyone for all the advice and perspective. It helps to know I'm not alone in dealing with this stress. I'm going to check my benefit balance tomorrow and start making some backup plans.
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Sofia Price
•Good luck OP! Keep us posted on how things work out. This thread has been really helpful for me too as someone else facing the same situation.
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