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If you're trying to plan financially, don't forget that you can't collect unemployment for the first week (waiting week). So even if you qualify for the maximum, your first payment will be for the second week of unemployment.
Wait, so there's no payment for the first week at all?
That's correct. The first week is a non-payable waiting week. You still have to file the weekly claim, but you won't get paid for it.
Bottom line: $999 is the max, but your actual amount depends on your specific wage history. Use the formula someone posted earlier or check your SecureAccess Washington account to get a better idea of what you'd actually qualify for.
Thanks everyone! This has been really helpful. I'm going to set up my SecureAccess account and see what my wage history looks like.
Good plan. Better to know ahead of time what to expect rather than be surprised later.
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Good luck with your application! It sounds like you have a good chance of qualifying based on what you've described. The part-time work shouldn't be an issue as long as you met the wage requirements.
Thank you! I feel much more confident about applying now after reading everyone's responses.
You're welcome! This community is really helpful for navigating the Washington ESD system. Don't hesitate to ask if you have more questions after you apply.
Just remember that even if your initial application gets denied, you have the right to appeal. Sometimes Washington ESD makes mistakes or doesn't have complete information. An appeal can resolve issues with your claim.
That's good to know. How long do you have to file an appeal?
You have 30 days from the date of the determination notice to file an appeal. The appeal process gives you a chance to provide additional information or correct any errors in your claim.
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Bottom line: there's no limit on how many times you can collect unemployment in Washington. Just meet the eligibility requirements each time and you're fine. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise!
Perfect, that's exactly what I needed to know. Thanks everyone for all the helpful information!
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Good thread, lots of helpful info for new employers. The Washington ESD system can be confusing but it's manageable once you understand the basics. Don't hesitate to reach out for help when you need it - whether through their website, phone support, or services like Claimyr if you can't get through otherwise.
Thanks everyone for all the advice. I feel much more prepared to handle this properly now.
The most important thing is just getting started with registration and your first quarterly filing. Once you're in the system, Washington ESD will send you reminders and forms. It becomes routine pretty quickly.
That's what I needed to hear. I was making this seem more complicated than it probably is.
Exactly. Every employer goes through this learning curve. You'll be fine as long as you stay on top of the deadlines and keep good records.
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I tried calling Washington ESD about this exact question last week and gave up after 2 hours on hold. Ended up finding the info buried in their website, but it would have been so much faster to just talk to someone.
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Mateo Sanchez
•Really? I'll have to check that out. Is it expensive?
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•Check out claimyr.com - they have all the info there. Way cheaper than taking time off work to sit on hold all day.
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Ethan Clark
One more thing to remember - you still have to file your weekly claim even if you worked enough hours to reduce your UI payment to zero for that week. Skipping claims can cause issues with your ongoing eligibility.
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StardustSeeker
•Good to know! So I should file every week regardless of how much I work, and let Washington ESD calculate whether I get any benefits for that week?
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Ethan Clark
•Exactly! Always file your weekly claim by the deadline. Better to file and get $0 than to skip filing and mess up your claim entirely.
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