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Update us after you file! I'm curious how it goes since I might need to file soon too if my hours don't pick back up.
Will do! I'll post an update once I get through the whole process.
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For anyone still waiting, don't stress too much. Washington ESD payments can take up to 3 business days from the 'paid' status depending on your bank's processing schedule.
Thanks for the reminder. I'll give it until Thursday before I start worrying again.
Yeah, patience is key with these government payments. They're reliable but not always fast.
Just as another resource, if anyone needs to verify payment details or check on deposit status, the Claimyr service mentioned earlier (claimyr.com) has been really helpful for actually getting through to Washington ESD representatives.
I'll definitely bookmark that. The regular Washington ESD phone line is completely useless.
Good to have options for when calling directly doesn't work. Thanks for the reminder.
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One last thing - if your employer offers severance pay, that might affect when you can start collecting unemployment. Check with Washington ESD about how severance impacts your eligibility timing.
I'm not getting severance, but that's good to know for others who might be.
Yeah severance can delay when your benefits start. Another reason to talk to Washington ESD directly if you have questions.
Thanks everyone for all the helpful advice! I feel much more prepared now. I'll file my claim on Sunday after my last day and make sure I have all my documents ready. Hopefully the process goes smoothly.
Good luck! The process seems overwhelming at first but it's pretty straightforward once you get started.
And remember, if you need to actually speak with someone at Washington ESD and can't get through, Claimyr is there as an option. Sometimes talking to a real person makes all the difference.
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Don't forget that you'll need to report any income you earn while on unemployment, including part-time work or gig work. Being honest about earnings is super important to avoid overpayment issues later.
What if I do some freelance work while I'm looking for a full-time job?
Report it all. They'll reduce your weekly benefit but you won't get in trouble for working. Just make sure to report the gross earnings, not what you take home after taxes.
Natasha Kuznetsova
My advice is to use the waiting time productively - job search, skill building, networking. Makes the time pass faster and you'll be in better shape when the appeal resolves.
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Zoe Christodoulou
•Good point. I've been so focused on the appeal that I haven't been as active with job searching.
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Javier Mendoza
•Yeah and if you win the appeal you'll need to meet job search requirements anyway, so might as well get started.
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Emma Thompson
Just got my appeal decision after 8 weeks - I won! The back pay deposited 3 days later. Hang in there, it's worth the wait if you have a legitimate case.
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Emma Thompson
•Not really through regular channels, but I did use one of those callback services someone mentioned earlier to check status once.
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CosmicCadet
•That's awesome news. I'm at week 6 now so hopefully mine comes soon too.
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